papers, papers
Accession Number
NAM.1974-02-31-2
Description
A handwritten copy of letters copied by Charlotte Maxwell, originally written by Francis Maxwell to her.Maxwell, discusses trench conditions and everyday life. Maxwell describes living in dugouts and how the trenches are very crowded. He describes sarcastically how his dugout is no doubt luxurious in comparsison to bivouaking. Maxwell also discusses singing hymns on Sunday and partaking in a Church Parade.
Campaigns
World War One, Western Front (1914-1918), World War One (1914-1918)
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