Item 01: Rodda war diary, 27 March-18 August 1917 - Page 9

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Assisted Pinchin adjust his equipment. After review Wade & party inspected around huts & mess room also kitchen. Had Miss Patman's brother pointed out to me today. He is a sergeant.

Monday, 9/4/17
Strong wind blowing from West today which was exceptionally cold. Route march in afternoon about 1 mile beyond Barford towards Wilton. Storms of rain, sleet & snow passed over.

Tuesday, 10/4/17
Last night coldest night experienced so far & all the morning on the parade ground was very cold. Few flakes snow fell. Medical inspection in afternoon. Had neck of tunic made smaller during evening – cost 1/6. Bitterly cold all day. Received letter