Item 01: Oliver Hogue letters, November 1914-29 December 1915 - Page 150
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of my dugout this morning two men were shot by a machine gun not 10 yards off - one in the shoulder & one in the eye - not dangerously. It is just a week since I first set foot on the Gallipoli Peninsula. [He arrived about 21 May] It has been the most wonderful week in my life - full of excitement and hair breadth escapes. I've had enough thrills to last me a lifetime. Youd hardly believe the fun we get out of the whole show. Something funny is always happening. The men are in excellent health & spirits but each respite they get they all go hunting small game.So far Ive escaped but I have had 2 baths in the sea. the climate is perfect here. The hillside are covered with wild holly & wild flowers like wattle, also lilac flowers & pink ones. Im in excellent health. If there is any chance, I'll send this letter.
Estimated Turks loss were 2000 killed & 5000 winded in their attack of 18 & 19 May. Farmer Whyte may lick this into shape for Bluegum.
Good luck
Ol