Sapper,

Hi, I've recently found these forums and have begun to read your accounts. I'm only up to the taking of Caen but it's proving to be both a gripping and touching read.

Being more intrigued by the human aspect of conflict, ie what possesses a man to go to war, how he copes with war along with the effects of conflict on society both during and post war, personal accounts are hugely important sources of information. There is no greater source of opinion and feeling than accounts such as yours.

On a more personal note reading you stories kind of fills a gap for me. My grandfather served as a commando but more than that I do not know as he is sadly no longer with us and I was not aware of the stories he could have shared with me had I asked or even if would have been willing to share.

So anyway, late as this 'thank you' post comes, Thank You, and thanks to Mr Harris for his account also.

All the Best
SignalCorp

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SignalCorp