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Cont'd. Mon Mar. 19th
attack. Lights out now at 6 oclock. Ships concert in afternoon. Squad competion being carried out. (Wireless) British made big advance in France.
Tues Mar. 20th
Weather still fine, getting colder. All sub-guard now on duty every second day, one hour on & six off. (Wireless news direct from Eiffel Tower) Still good news from France. Sub-alarm 10-0 AM. Expect to reach England about Monday next. Washing & sewing parade for 35th in afternoon. "Miltiades" had gun practise this afternoon.
Wed Mar. 21st
Weather cold & sea working up. No. 1 & 2 sections on sub-guard. Sub-alarm 7-30 A.M. Our post on forecastle when alarm blown. All guard now sleep on Promenade Deck together. 20th Bn win squad competition. Afternoon final of ships boxing tournament. Blue Funnel liner "SS Mentor" caught us up & passed at 6-0 PM. Our ship carries 12 pdr Q.F. [Quick Firing] on platform at