Item 03: George R. Faulkner war diary, 6 July 1916-17 November 1916 - Page 32
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A Tommy sniped just outside Eaton Hall at 10 am – Only had a few casualtys.
15/8/16 Tuesday
Raining off & on. As our Ambulance was recommended for special notice & one medal was alotted to H. Ramsden today, it is the Military Cross. I have referred to Harry back during the stunt. Forgot to mention the King & Prince of Wales passed thro Sailly – I would know him from his photo antwhere. Put in a wretched night down in saps – only one casualty, but the shrapnel – whiz bang, etc fairly got my nerves. 2 Fellows killed outright.
16th Wednesday
Dull & raining – mud is the order of the day & it is hard work stretcher bearing. My self and Dick Deshorn went up to the firing line about daylight – I had a couple of shots & hope they had good effect. Rumours that the King said we were going to winter in Ireland, etc.