Item 01: Eric Clarke war diary, 17 November 1915-19 May 1916 - Page 98
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25.3.16 Saturday
Went out riding in the evening with McMurtrie & inspected an Egyptian Fire Station. Later on we went to "The Empire" & after partaking of a Cup of Cocoa & Cakes we returned home.
Lots of our Men & Sergeants have colds & it is believed they are catching them from the Horses who have got pretty bad ones.
We are being troubled by a Fly called the "Camel Fly" & which attacks the Horses & makes them very restless. We have plenty of work to do & are kept fairly busy. I intend going up to see Uncle Charlie to-morrow night as he will be sailing very shortly.
26.3.16 Sunday
Went out riding & paid a visit to the big Belgian Barons Palace & it is indeed a magnificent Place.
Situated on the top of a hill it looks right out over the Desert.
This man is a Millionaire Count & is the main man in