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& went back towards Aden. Passed through Hell's gates just before noon & the 12 apostles about 4 in the afternoon. Weather fairly cool. Good breeze blowing, sea calm.
Monday 25th [Jan]Was on forage fatigue in the morning. Very sultry all day. Got news of another aerial raid on the English coast also that German Cruiser was sunk & 2 battleships damaged. Heard of further British successes at the front. We are all pretty tired of the boat, have been at sea 5 weeks now but a few more days ought to see through. Was paid 10/-.
Tuesday 26thHot, sultry day. There doesn't seem to be enough air to breathe here. Shouldn't like it to be summer time. Expect to be at Suez Thursday morning. Was
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