Item 01: Sir Charles Rosenthal diary, 25 September 1914-31 December 1918 - Page 263
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the Survey Staff. Being a wet misty day we were able to motor close to the front line at several places. The inundations are exceedingly interesting. We went close to Dikmude and had the weather been fine would have visited the vicinity of Nieuport. Better luck next time.
Wednesday 8th November
In early morning went out to Lock 7 supervising work there. Country flooded everywhere, especially Bollardbeek. Work on Lock 7 progressing satisfactorily. Rails and timbers being brought up by working party to day. Altogether this party has done good work.
Thursday 9th November
The 41st Division on the way here. Battery Commanders, officers and Telephonists arrived and reported to Battery positions. Again wet day. Arranged details in office for handing over to new C.R.A.
Friday 10th November
Around the whole front making final inspections. A great strafe with M.T. Mortars in the afternoon. Major Bates and myself watched it from Vierstraat.
A record established, 125 rounds from 1 gun during the hour and an average of 66 for three guns.
Saturday 11th November
Again at Lock 7 giving final instructions to working party. Getting balance of materials in position. During afternoon completing records and sketches.
At night dined with Corps Commander. Gen. Stranbenger had a birthday party. General Spedding of 47th Div Arty also present. Corps Commander Gen. Morland exceedingly affable.
Sunday 12th November
Again on sketches and plans. Went to Army HQrs. in morning with reports etc.
Lunched with Maj. Gen. Franks MGRA. Gen. Lushington, CRA 41st Division arrived.