papers, papers
Accession Number

NAM.1974-02-31-30

Description

A handwritten copy of a letter copied by Charlotte Maxwell, originally written by Francis Maxwell to her. He mentions the Brigade Sports and how he had thorougly enjoyed his day. He metions how the weather was very hot and there had not been a breeze to distrupt the summer heat. He also mentions how the sports showed real enjoyment and keen rivalry. Francis Maxwell also describes how a closing speech by him resulted in the attendance of 300-400 men. He also mentions that he lost the horse jumping competition by a point or tow but won the mule derby.

Campaigns

World War One, Western Front (1914-1918), World War One (1914-1918)

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