Item 73 - Letter from George to Ruth Mallory, 2-3 September 1916

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MCPP/GM/3/1/1916/73

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Letter from George to Ruth Mallory, 2-3 September 1916

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  • 2-3 September 1916 (Creation)

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Letter to Ruth Mallory written from France during the Battle of the Somme, 'Sept 2 1916'

His off day had been busy keeping an eye on various odd jobs and getting provisions for the men.
Glad she wa enjoying Aldeburgh and sea bathing.

Discusses the state of the war and the internal pressures in Germany.

3 Sept – Very busy morning on the battery with much fighting. Had seen prisoners passing by them which was a hopeful sign. Had been blessed with fine weather.

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Written in pencil

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F/GM/II/3

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