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I Was Gassed At The Front In France 1918 Letter
Joseph Caldwell writes from France describing his voyage to Liverpool and arrival in Toul and Essey, France. He recalls gas exposure on Oct 23, hospital stay, training, and front incidents including No Man's Land. He notes uncertain voice recovery, possible return to the battery, and Christmas hopes. He also sends Thanksgiving and war-end reflections to his mother and father with vivid memories of shelling and fear.
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