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War wounded share graphic vivid stories from Mons to London
Wounded British soldiers arriving in Aldershot and London recount brutal artillery and rifle fire, close German aeroplane cooperation, and fierce infantry actions at Mons and Tournai. Accounts describe shell rain, brave stands, and a longing to return to the front as hospitals face hopeful reunions.
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London
Aldershot
Northamptons
North Lancashire Regiment
Belgium
P. McGlade
France
Ireland
Namur
West Kent
South Africa
Bisley
Trey
Mons
London Hospital
Birmingham
Field Artillery
Royal Field Artillery
Brighton
Connaught
Cambridge
19Th Trussars
Hussars
Tournai
England
Royal Lancasters