State Library of NSW
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30 May 1916Tuesday
Light rain. Ref. No 483. march out to Bull Ring for training 8.a.m. Arrived there taken over by English officers. Assembly of troops. We march off to gas trenches. Each were issued with 2 gas helmets bag & tear goggles at 6.30 parade. In file we marched through the trench of death with our helmets adjusted. Come through safely without much discomfort. Queer sights with helmets donned. Officer with his monocle,'Semaphore drill by Sergt Barron sand in aft. After tea usual walk. The struggle between Bob & I on sand bank. Damage to coat sleeve. Strenuous struggle for tea & cake at Y.M.C.A.French class after. Chaplain, very good plan, he worked on, 3"Pourquoi voulez nas pas etc."
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