Manuscript diary of Pte W Putland, 2nd Bn Duke of Cambridge’s Own (Middlesex Regiment), 2 Dec 1899- 30 Jul 1902 during service with the South African Field Force.
Covering service in Natal with Buller including Spion Kop and the Relief of Ladysmith, treking, time in hospital, as an Officers' mess servant and signalling duties at Newcastle Natal. Includes details of his pay during the campaign and comments on the differential of officers and other ranks when stationed at Newcastle.
Associated with the Battle of Spion Kop and Relief of Ladysmith, Boer War (1899-1902), 1900, 1900.