Item 02: James William Dains diary, 25 June 1917-2 March 1918 - Page 18

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[Page 18]

we were a sorry lot this morning
Church parade today. I took the 2 & 4, & spoke on "How can we sing the Lordsong etc" The Brigadeer & major were present.
The Germans made a thrust during the week & captured a few hundred yards up north, taking 1200 prisoners. The Russians have taken Holiez & are pushing on still further.

Sunday July 23
Today is the anniversary of Poziers, the first success The Australians won in the [indecipherable] push. Our own Brigade distinguished themselves here. We made special reference to it today at Church parade. A communion service followed which was fairly well attended. I had a voluntary service also tonight. During the week

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