These are the diary entries of Private Peter Jack (1044) of the Lanarkshire Yeomanry, B Squadron. A native of Blackridge. It follows his experiences during the First World War campaign on the Gallipoli Peninsula and later in Egypt, as part of the Mediterranean Expeditionary Force.
Monday, March 5, 2012
3rd, 4th & 5th March 1916
"3rd; Rifle inspection and Musketry and Physical Drill."
"4th; Usual parade in the morning and a swimming competition between B and C Squadron, which B won."
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