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be made was a ridge called Lonesome Pine and it has been a source of danger as it was not too strong since we had captured it. The odour from the dead is very strong and no doubt the hot oppressive weather has accentuated the decomposition of the bodies.

Monday 16th Aug
Water has been a rather troublesome matter to deal with recently. With the new movements there has been a big drain on resources and our men have had to be content with about half rations. It is a bad time to stand it now with the weather oppressive. Bread and fresh meat is also off issue just now also any fresh vegetables. Received parcel from Capt Jack Fitzgerald with a writing pad envels & chocolates etc sent by him from Alexandria. It was welcome. I can

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