NAM.1996-10-103-12

Part of a manuscript diary in serialised letter form, written by Cpl Gerald McLeod Carey, London Scottish between 16 Oct 1914 and 6 Nov 1914. The diary covers the duties of the Battalion and a lengthy and detailed description of their first action at Messines on 31 Oct 1914. Probably written up by his sweetheart from letters. From a collection of papers and photographs relating to the service of Cpl Gerald McLeod Carey, London Scottish Regiment, and as a prisoner of war, 1908-1919. He was captured in early November, possibly at Messines on the 31 Oct 1914. Associated with the Battle of Ypres (1914), World War One, Western Front and POWs (1914-1918).

Ypres, 1st Battle of, 1914 (World War One, Western Front 1914-1918), Messines, Battle of, 1914 (World War One, Western Front 1914-1918)