Mercer papers, 9 December 1917-19 June 1919 / Harold Mercer - Page 41
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and white flares, & once or twice, red ground flares. The sight so enthralled me that I was leaning over our parapet when Edwards pulled me back. It was well, for Fritz opened up again, spraying a few shells all around us; and then he also laid a barrage – at his own line! Apparently he thought that we had attacked & got a footing in his trenches. We heard the bells ringing for stretcher-bearers, all over the place, subsequently.The stunt filled me with an actual sense of enjoyment, especially after a few "pings!" on my steel hat had given me a sense of confidence.
We do duty for about 13 hours, the nights being very long; the warm rations which arrive in large containers on the thermos flask principle are intensely enjoyed oi the cold night, & their arrival makes welcome breaks.