Prisoner of War Edmand Eemaden Sends News Home
The letter from Pte. Edmand Howard Eemaden in Germany explains his capture by the German forces on July 3 and his status as a prisoner of war. He mentions fair treatment, daily pay for tobacco, and his ability to write home, with planned communications twice monthly. He references Arthur Whitehead and Keats of Brisbane among fellow prisoners and notes connection to relatives in Scotland and England.
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Edmand Howard Eemaden
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Scotland
England
Arthur Whitehead
Hi Scapa
Germany
Algo
Eck Keats
Brisbane
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Sydney Airmen in France Report Training and Mail Delays
A distorted letter from Sydney airmen in France describes routine training on an aerodrome including revolver practice and rounds of golf and rounders. They mention weather as dull, occasional firing at targets, and a near-miss wind shift. travel and mail delivery appear affected by conditions and distance.
Lloyd George at Verdun in France a stirring visit
The British Prime Minister Lloyd George visited Verdun during the French front amid war celebrations. He spoke with French leaders and officers about Allied resolve and the heroic defense of Verdun, praising French courage and the shared fight against the German assault.
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Gouras
London
Diity
Mark
Reach
France
Verdes
Hiotell
Rat
Preech
Trish
MD Thomas
Weedon
Dube
George Loachen
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Corman
Eri
Ted Sen Tecra
Feroms
Lierd George
Bose
Lloyd George
Ben
Verdun
Hanasty
Fragmentary note on medical recovery and progress
The fragment mentions returning to tact and feet nearly back to normal, indicating a recovery of motor function and balance with ongoing improvement and unspecified treatment or rehab efforts. No dates, names, or locations are provided.
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