Item 06: Sydney B. Young war diary, 2 February-1 September 1918 - Page 25

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[Page 25]

20th It is unofficially (very) stated that Gen'l Foch asked Haig for 40 divisions of British troops for a certain front. Haig said it was impossible as we had not the men. Foch said Never mind let me have the 3rd & 4th Australian Divs.

23rd Shifted at 11 at night to a new position near Sailly le sec and fritz welcomed us with a barrage. One man was killed.

25th barraged beaucoup. No more cas. heard of up to now.

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