Item 02: H. V. Berry diary, 29 May 1916-5 May1918 - Page 69

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camp during afternoon. So far have had no opportunity of a rest which we certainly need.

Monday 13.11.16
More road work, becoming quite an expert ganger. Taken to Fricourt baths in afternoon for a bath, first for a month. Met Roy McPhee & Johnstone from Hospital. Having rather a rough time with 15 F.Amb; they are giving us a very poor deal.

Tuesday 14.11.16
Working in a quarry. No time whatever to ourselves. 18th 19th & 20th Btns hopped over parapet & took ridge before Baupaume. Subsequently there was a rush of wounded; had to work all night.

Wednesday 15.11.16
Off duty for morning. Issued with gloves & sheep skin vest. Went with

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