Item 01: Gordon Macrae diary, 12 November 1914-4 January 1916 - Page 61
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working independently. In the afternoon we received further instruction in the loading loading positions. Got paid in the afternoon, I drew 28/-.
Thursday 11th [Mar]
Same work as yesterday. It was very windy which made it very uncomfortable. The Chaplains handed round New Testaments to the boys, a present from a Sydney lady to all the members of the Aust. Expeditionary Force.
Friday 12th
Went out in the morning. "B" Squadron independently along the Nile for about 5 miles throwing out flanking & advance scouts. Had a good ride, passed through several villages. We had to report on the nature of the country to the Major. It was good practice. All the sections had a go at it at different times. Got back about 1.30pm. Rifle aiming drill in the afternoon. Went to