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Wednesday 24 May 1916In Gulf of Aden. Sea very calm. Not a ripple. Passed two steamers also dhow.Lost sight of land at dinner time. Got wireless account of war from Aden press. They are still fighting at Verdun. Russian successes. Very hot day.
Thursday 25 May 1916Passed Aden in night. Came through Hell's gates about 10 a.m.Saw island of Perrim [Perim] with light house knocked down. In afternoon were able to see Mocha with glasses.Arabian shore very sharp sandy hills; poor looking country.
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