Item 01: Sydney B. Young war diary, 13 May-24 July 1916 - Page 16

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[Page 16]

drag him along the floor

5th This morning we get the first news of the big naval battle.

6th First saw a few flying fish. Another Death today (Moffatt "D" Co) the 4th so far at 4 pm. it was officially announced by Colonel Logan that a wireless message was received last night but owing to atmospheric disturbances the full purport could not be obtained but was able to glean the following facts. Some British cruisers encountered the High Sea Fleet off the Danish Coast on June 1st and great losses were occasioned on both sides. A portion of the British Main Fleet arrive-
[Battle of Jutland]

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