papers, papers
Accession Number
NAM.1974-02-31-25
Description
A handwritten copy of a letter copied by Charlotte Maxwell, originally written by Francis Maxwell to her. Maxwell mentions how he has been sent chocolate and biscuits. He also mentions how the Royal Scots had sent pipers to play for the battalion. Francis Maxwell also states how he went to go and watch a battle, and observed how fierce the fighting was becoming. He states that it is becoming much more difficult to manage large numbers of troops during an advancement.
Campaigns
World War One, Western Front (1914-1918), World War One (1914-1918)
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