Letter to sister Mary giving an account of battle and that he had to lead his company. Stated that he prayed during this time and had no fear of death. Also mentioned that he had not heard from Collie and thought that if he had been hit they would have contacted him. Note on letter saying that this was written before the news of Colin's death had reached him.
Date: 1 September 1918
Reference: Nova Scotia Archives MG 2 volume 1506 folder 424/5
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