"Writing earlier today about the origins of Robert’s diary inspired me to look more closely at some of the other things he jotted down." Continue reading...
furlough
End of Furlough
“Left Grenoble today." Continue reading...
Sassenage
“Went to Sassenage to see the caves." Continue reading...
Letter to Dad
"The English call them “cooties.” The French “to-tos” and in America they are plain lice. There is no efficient preventative. You just have to get immune to them."
Postcards from Grenoble
"Shall hate to go back to the front again, but will never forget the trip." Continue reading...
Letter from Grenoble
"Most of the Y men have their wives or daughters with them and they do all they can to make things pleasant for us. But I wish you were here to cut the pie and spread the jam on the bread. They are too dainty about it." Continue reading...
Sightseeing
"Am touring at Uncle Sam’s expense." Continue reading....
Furlough
“Arrived at Grenoble today." Continue reading...
Corporal West
“Was made Corporal today." Continue reading...