Sunday, March 31, 1918

The boys got ready to go. Had a good meeting. About ten raised their hands for prayer. One man sat on the bench with Capt. She played and it was fine. How the boys can sing. More Information The following section provides historical context and is not part of the original diary entry. Likely location: … Continue reading Sunday, March 31, 1918

Sunday, March 24, 1918

It was one fine day. We cleaned up and had dinner then Capt. and Lt. went away. Capt. and I kept house. Bell came to see us and was a welcome visitor. Hickie came and brought supplies and stayed for supper. We had a wonderful meeting. The hut was crowded and the men enjoyed the … Continue reading Sunday, March 24, 1918

Saturday, March 23, 1918

Had a pleasant visit from Clare and Renton. They had dinner and told us all the news. Fred wouldn’t eat slum. He took Lt. Young to another place. The night was the busy time. We made hot cakes and served them out of the pan to the men. It took just three to a man … Continue reading Saturday, March 23, 1918

Friday, March 22, 1918

Baked as usual. The truck came and brought more girls. Capt. Bishop came to help. She is a very pleasant and cheerful girl. It was a very busy and happy day. Five of us slept in the room, a regular slum home but a happy one. More Information The following section provides historical context and … Continue reading Friday, March 22, 1918

Thursday, March 21, 1918

Made pies and donuts and it was fine. Oh, how the boys do enjoy the eats. They lined up like the chow line and laughed and enjoyed themselves very much. More Information The following section provides historical context and is not part of the original diary entry. Likely location: Near the front lines, Lorraine sector, … Continue reading Thursday, March 21, 1918

Wednesday, March 20, 1918

Went to St. Jove and found a pleasant bunch there. Men from the 2nd Bat. 18th. Had a wet time getting there. Had dinner and then got acquainted. We went to the billet room and it was in the basement. We entered through the barn. The room was very damp. There was three cots and … Continue reading Wednesday, March 20, 1918

Tuesday, March 19, 1918

Goodbye Ansauville. Left and went to Ligny and stayed there overnight. Then to my first place in charge. Capt. Young and Lt. Fussel are here. The 18th boys are here and are a fine lot. We have a nice hut and it is the popular place of the village. More Information The following section provides … Continue reading Tuesday, March 19, 1918

Sunday, March 17, 1918

Had a wonderful meeting and a fine day. More Information The following section provides historical context and is not part of the original diary entry. Likely location: Near the front lines, Lorraine sector, France 📍 View this location on Google Maps March 1918 was dominated by the German Spring Offensive (Operation Michael), which began on … Continue reading Sunday, March 17, 1918

Saturday, March 16, 1918

Cleaned up and baked. Served 25 breakfasts to some boys who missed theirs. All is well. More Information The following section provides historical context and is not part of the original diary entry. Likely location: Near the front lines, Lorraine sector, France 📍 View this location on Google Maps March 1918 was dominated by the … Continue reading Saturday, March 16, 1918

Friday, March 15, 1918

A usual day, plenty to do but two happy girls to do it. Made plenty of cocoa and coffee. Mended gloves and tried to make others happy. More Information The following section provides historical context and is not part of the original diary entry. Likely location: Near the front lines, Lorraine sector, France 📍 View … Continue reading Friday, March 15, 1918