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I did not see him – He was in the front trenches and General White to whom I intrusted my message and greeting and good wishes for his safety and health - told me when I saw him in London only a week or so after your boys death that he was a gallant lad that he died bravely that General Birdwood and he as well as his
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regimental chiefs sincerely mourned his loss as does his country.
And that must be his epitaph; And what other inscription would he or any MAN desire upon his grave?
He died for his country; he died in the defence of its honour and its liberties . Time and these precious memories will gradually heal you lacerated heart.
I hope sincerely you are well and remain yours ever
FW Hughes
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