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Had a regular hero in at midday. He had a frightful wound & the M.O. at 2 P.M. told him that he was dying. He received the news quietly & gave me the address of his mother & girl for me to write to them. After that he never complained, just simply awaited the end which came at 6 P.M.
Had a man sent up from the 8th to help in the theatre so will have an easier time in the future I hope. Several taubes over during the morning & one tonight. Another push must be eminent. Received a parcel from home for my birthday.
Jeundi 16th Mai
A very hot day, our first real summer day & everyone is feeling the affect of it. Saw a scrap in the air today in which our chaps droved down a Fritz & some hours later the smashed machine went past our station.
Had a strenuous game of hockey, scores 7 all & then had a lovely bath with clean changes. Very noticeable how thin I