Item 02: James William Dains diary, 25 June 1917-2 March 1918 - Page 62

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[Page 62]

Since Sunday there has been little of interest. There has been very heavy artillery all day. A terrific barrage was put up on Monday morning. lasting from 3 to 7.30.
The back areas where we are have been shelled consistently. Ypres has been shelled and there have been quite a number of casualties.
The weather continues showery, but except for underfoot, it is not bad weather.
A percentage of our men returned to the reinforcement camp today so that in case of casualties we shall have the neuclius of a batt left.

Saturday 27.
Three days have passed since an entry was made but things have been much the

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