Item 01: J. E. Morrison diary, 13 October 1917-29 October 1918 - Page 131
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18.8.18
Being sent over to Taranto singly our escort composes of the Jap. destroyers Katsura, Kaede & Ume. 14 hours out submarine reported on our track, 80 miles south of the island of Create.
19.8.18
Fine weather prevails & strong head wind. Zig zaging course night & day the moon being up throughout the night. Averaging in speed 15 knots
20.8.18
Fine weather prevails & so far have seen nor encountered any submarines. Passed a cargo convoy at 3 am going the same way. It consisted of 5 cargo boats escorted by trawlers & one sloop. During the night some of the military officers were caught smoking cigarettes & striking matches on deck. Court martialed next morning & placed under arrest & detention.
21.8.18
The Tommies have conducted themselves splendid, a matter of 1700. The officers the majority are from India are of a very poor class & always full of complaints. In fact often asked a few if