Item 01: H. V. Berry diary, 14 June 1915-27May 1916 - Page 121

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in heavy rainstorm while returning to Ferry Post to catch train. Arrived back in camp 4.30 pm. While in Ismailia posted some views of the town home.

Wednesday 12/4/16
Much cooled that usual. Had some fine sort on a camel during parade hours. Very peculiar but sad incident; occurred here to-night; When the cheese was issued, to night, owing to its condition, it was considered necessary to perform a burial service immediately. Private Poulton, robed in a tent fly, headed the procession & performed the ceremony in a very creditable

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