Item 01: James William Dains diary, 21 November 1916-4 June 1917 - Page 106

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[Page 106]

& since my coming have taken things easily & much appreciate the quiet & the surroundings in a country that is British & speaks one's own tongue. The contrast between the English & French towns is very noticeable. I am going to Glasgow on Monday & am returning to London on Wednesday & then back again to the Front.
The "push" that I spoke of earlier in this record has taken place & so far has resulted in the capture of Messines & the Ridge & 7000 prisoners. My old unit has been in the thick of it. How I would have loved to have been there with them. I am anxiously watching for the casualty returns

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