Mercer papers, 9 December 1917-19 June 1919 / Harold Mercer - Page 20
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[Page 20]
Dec. 30th
As a preliminary to moving into the line we handed in our felt hats & all blankets but one, to the QM store. To me, naturally, the move was full of interest: my curiosity about the line will soon be satisfied. The boys, who have noted my anxiety to wander forward, tell me I will soon know all I want to know. To tell the truth I don't think I would be sorry if the trip would in were put off a day or so; yet in spite of a kind of apprehensive feeling, I know I would also feel disappointed.
We carried our packs, then following the example of the experts I carried mine "Gallipoli fashion" – just fastened on the small supporting straps, which are looped so that the arms can be slipped in them. This enables the casting of pack in a moment with out