Second Hand War Diary of Private R. S. (Jack) Ashley 2472, 7th London Regiment 1914-1918

Privately produced typescript entitled "War Diary of Private R. S. (Jack) Ashley 2472, 7th London Regiment 1914-1918". It records the First World War experiences of Private R. S. "Jack" Ashley, service number 2472, of the 7th London Regiment.

Produced at Buckhurst Hill by Philippa Stone in 1982, the volume comprises 103 leaves. It is presented in yellow card covers with a typed title label and black plastic spine binding.

The dated entries describe Ashley's arrival in France in March 1915, fighting and conditions around Loos in September 1915, and movements near Fricourt and Mametz Wood during the Somme campaign in September 1916. A photographed entry also describes seeing tanks move into position before their first use in battle. Throughout, Ashley records marches, billets, weather, comrades and life near the front line.

A substantial privately produced account of a soldier's experience with the London Regiment during the First World War.

Condition is good overall. The covers show light surface marks and handling wear. Handwritten reference marks appear on the title leaf. The photographed typescript pages appear clean and legible. Please examine the accompanying photographs for condition and contents.