Fredrick's Diary: All Quiet On The Western Front

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We have arrived back and I am sitting inside our little old tent listening to the gentle patter of the raindrops on the canvas. It began raining here this morning and it is still at it. No drill today, so I will have time to write a letter or two. Earlier today the weather was terrible as it is cold and damp. All of us soldiers were in the trenches and freezing to death. My best mate Fredrick is now suffering from trench foot due to his foot being exposed to extreme amounts of unsanitary, and cold conditions and is now fighting for his leg. He seems to be holding up well for the time being. But hopefully he gets better.

Anyway, I have some big news, I have been guaranteed with the opportunity of a life time. I have been promoted to Captain

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