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credit for a smart piece of work & thank our lucky stars that each parachute opened. 'Tis excitement only to see a burning balloon but a man falling headlong to earth is stunning in its sorrow.
Sunday 14th July
a fine morning & Fritz sent several of his balloons up, but each had a plane patrolling in front of it. None of ours went up. Hun planes also over in the morning Rain during latter part of day. Had a game of cricket. Wrote home.
Monday 15th July
Sent off for drugs. Did a little French during day & minor jobs. About 2.30 P.M. Fritz again managed to get a balloon, one which had replaced the one he destroyed on Saturday. It was all over in 5 minutes but the barrage put up by our anti aircraft guns saved the next balloon in line. Its observers however jumped out & all landed safely. 'Tis wonderfully exciting while it lasts.
Tuesday 16th July
A very busy day as