Item 01: William Sparkes diary, 9 June 1915-5 January 1916 - Page 59
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[Page 59]
Tuesday 20th July
A quiet day. Last night we altered our gun pit considerably a lot of digging etc. We took a vote of 3 out of those names who were mentioned in Despatches to have their name submitted etc. The enemy shelled us for about ½ an hour late in afternoon. I heard of one victoria they got in the L Horse.
Wednesday 21st July
Last night the Turks gave us a lot of severe rifle fire. It is a bit cooler to-day. In orders we heard that the enemy intended to make a big attack shortly.
Thursday 22nd
Those who went to Embros Isld returned to-day. Everything was made ready in the morning in case of an attack. It is expected that the attack will be made to celebrate the Turkish Constitution Day which is to-morrow. We set fire to all the bush in front of our lines so as to prevent the Turks creeping up on us.