Item 01: H. V. Berry diary, 14 June 1915-27May 1916 - Page 23

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& boat drill 9.30 am. All fell in with life belts on boats allotted. Church parade 10.30 am, also service in hospital at 7 pm attended both. Colly won sweep 308 miles Herford won previous day 308 also Colly second prize for previous day. Had hair clipped short again in afternoon.

Monday 22/11/15
Getting very warm, nearing line, All awnings put up over exposed parts of boat. Swimming bath also erected (canvas) on deck, aft, many minor accidents owing to men being thrown in carelessly, clothes & all. Assistant to Capt North in 2 small operations during morning, felt rather

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