Item 04: Thomas Goodwin war diary, 20 July 1917-18 March 1918 - Page 118
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going there in day light, give the position away
21-12-1917
During the last two day 57 enemy troop trains passed this front. Expecting some big move here shortly. All horses that go out, to be frost caged. Preparations made for a Xmas dinner for the Bty; cost 300 Francs.
22-12-1917
A thaw has sent in. Aeroplanes busy. A beautiful day sun shining. Almost full moon. One Sgt to go to Lark Hill as instructor, a war worn man preferred.
23-12-1917 Sunday
Again frozen, very cold. Sgt Horan a lately promoted sgt to go to England. There were until today three officers in wagon line. Mulholland, Irwin, and (Wallace) French Mortor Bty attached for experience. Lieut Irwin is senior by a few days. Been in France only a few months. Today Lieut Wallace go to Bty, and Lieut Mulholland to a school (gas). Our gun position still