Item 01: James William Dains diary, 21 November 1916-4 June 1917 - Page 85

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We remained in Huts till Sunday morning. On Saturday night I had a voluntary service in the Ch. Army hut & had a good time.

Sunday Apl. 28th
Up at a quarter to five & we got away about 7 oclock. We marched to La Bizet through Armentiers & the Batt. is billeted in old houses. We are now in Belgium territory. I got a shake down for the night at Pont Nieppe.

Monday
Morning early there was a heavy bombardment on our left. The 36 lost 5 men killed. The weather has been fine & warm today. A Bosh plane was brought down here today. I did not go far today as I wanted to rest.

Tuesday
Weather fine & clear. Spring is upon us now & all the trees are coming into leaf. I went up to the subsidiary lines today, our men have strong points & are billeted in old ruins.