# Calgary-Highlanders_War-Diary_Sep44_control-test
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<think>
Alright, here's the plan. I'm tackling this Canadian Army war diary cover page from WWII. First things first, I've got to transcribe every single detail, and I mean *every* detail. It's all about accuracy.

I'll start in the **top left corner**, taking down the form number (M.F.M. 11A), the production info, and that handwritten "Nel" – note to self, look into that later, possibly a reference to a person? Then, the purple stamp – "*WAR DIARIES* Appxs Checked Dat. 19 Aug 1947" – that's crucial.

Moving to the **top center**, I’ll transcribe "SECRET". This immediately tells us the sensitivity of this document.

Next, the **center**, the core of it: "WAR DIARY," "OF," and "THE CALGARY HIGHLANDERS CA(O)". Gotta get that unit designation exactly right.

Then comes the **date range**: "FROM 1 Sep 44" and "TO 30 Sep 44". That's our timeframe.

In the **top right corner**, I need to capture the "ORIGINAL / DUPLICATE / TRIPLICATE" box, including the fact that "TRIPLICATE" has been struck through. Important to note that strikethrough.

The **bottom left corner** is packed. I’ll start with the handwritten "Courier," then the purple stamp: "War Diaries Ser. 192 Appx. 13-15 SE. 1944"– that series number is important. And lastly, the handwritten notes: "APPENDICES 1&3 TO 15," " " 1, 8 - 14 Enclosed," "appendix 16- in appendix jacket, (maps)". All crucial.

The **center bottom** is next, a cluster of stamps and identifiers. I have a red circular stamp: "CDN. SEC. GHQ. 2nd ECH. 21 ARMY GP. * RECEIVED 8 NOV 1944 * WAR LIARIES". And a purple circular stamp: "* WAR DIARIES SECTION * 12 NOV 1944 C.M.H.Q.". Plus, the "VOLUME" identifier and the stamp "2 - 57".

Finally, the **bottom right corner** gets me the upside-down "ORIGINAL" and the purple stamp "192/1 SEP 1944".

My ultimate goal is to render all of this in a single HTML file. No tables needed since it’s just the cover page itself. I will capture every piece of information and formatting, and maintain the exact look using `<br>` tags. 
 
</think>

M.F.M. 11A
200M—5-40 (5185)
(H.Q. 1772-39-1658)

<br>

Nel

<br>

[Stamp]
*WAR DIARIES*
Appxs Checked
Dat. 19 Aug 1947
[/Stamp]

<br>

SECRET

<br>

WAR DIARY

<br>

OF

<br>

THE CALGARY HIGHLANDERS CA(O)

<br>

FROM 1 Sep 44 TO 30 Sep 44

<br>

[Box with text]
ORIGINAL
DUPLICATE
TRIPLICATE [Struck through]
(Strike out where not applicable)
[/Box]

<br>

Courier

<br>

[Stamp]
War Diaries
Ser. 192
Appx. 13-15
SE. 1944
[/Stamp]

<br>

[Stamp]
CDN. SEC. GHQ. 2nd ECH. 21 ARMY GP.
* RECEIVED *
8 NOV 1944
WAR LIARIES
[/Stamp]

<br>

VOLUME

<br>

[Stamp]
* WAR DIARIES SECTION *
12 NOV 1944
C.M.H.Q.
[/Stamp]

<br>

[Stamp]
2 - 57
[/Stamp]

<br>

APPENDICES 1&3 TO 15
" 1, 8 - 14 Enclosed
appendix 16- in appendix jacket, (maps)

<br>

[Text is upside down]
ORIGINAL
[/Text]

<br>

[Stamp]
192/1 SEP 1944
[/Stamp]

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<think>
Okay, here's the plan. I need to transcribe this document for the user, and they want everything *exactly* as it appears on the page. That means every spelling error, every hyphen, every abbreviation, everything. No corrections allowed. The document is split into three sections, but it's really just one long text that happens to be formatted in a way that looks like three columns. So, that's what I'll do: transcribe the first "column" or "page", then the second, and then the third. Finally, I'll transcribe the text that runs across the bottom of all three sections. I will be mindful of the rules given to me, so here goes!

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WAR DIARIES, C.A.S.F.
Instructions for Compilation and Despatch
1. A War Diary is SECRET.
2. The War Diary takes the place of the Historical Record when on active service. (K.R. Can. Para. 1530). Its objects are: to supply authentic material for the history of the unit, and of the force; to furnish a historical record of operations; and to provide data upon which to base improvements in training, equip-<br>ment, organization and administration.
3. Unless otherwise ordered, the original and duplicate copies are sent on the first day of the suc-<br>ceeding month, through the usual channels, to the A.G., 2nd Echelon, wherever that office may be. The triplicate copy may be held by the unit for three months and then forwarded, also through the usual channels, to A.G., 2nd Echelon.
4. Post-war disposal will be as under: Original—retained at Ottawa for historical purposes. Duplicate—to British Record Office for historical purposes. Triplicate—to unit for custody with unit records.
5. The War Diary will be entered up daily on M.F.M. 11 and rendered monthly in triplicate (Mobn. Instr. for C.M. 1937. App. "C"). Each entry will be initialled by the officer detailed to keep the War Diary, which will be signed at the end of each month by the commander. (F.S.R. Vol. II, Sec. 35, para. 3 iii).
THE EXTRACTION AND

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6. The following should be recorded daily as events occur:
(i) Important orders, instructions, reports, mes-<br>sages or despatches received and issued, and decisions taken. Original documents should be attached as appendices to the Original copy of the War Diary.
(ii) Daily map location, employment, movements and dispositions of unit headquarters and of batteries, companies, etc. March tables should be attached as appendices.
(iii) Important movements of officers and matters relating to the duties of each branch of the staff. A complete set of the routine orders and instructions, Part I Orders, issued by the unit during the month should be attached as an appendix to the original copy.
(iv) Detailed account of operations—to include:— Exact hour, location and circumstances of important occurrences. Movements and names of neighbouring units. Commanders of batteries, companies, etc., names of Offi-<br>cers and number of O.R. (i) engaged and (ii) battle casualties. Dispositions, activi-<br>ties and identity of enemy forces. Prisoners and trophies captured. Ammunition ex-<br>pended. Factors affecting operations, topo-<br>graphical and climatic. Maps and sketches showing dispositions of batteries, companies etc., at important phases. The record of communications, both written and verbal, received or despatched during active opera-<br>tions as an appendix. A complete set of the operation orders and instructions issued during the month. Notes on conferences and reports rendered to higher formations, or received from lower formations, as appendices to the original copy.

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(v) Nature and description of trenches, field works or accommodation occupied or constructed. Meteorological notes.
(vi) Changes in establishment or strength. Names and ranks of officers and number of O.R. Attachment of units and individuals. Rein-<br>forcements. Copy of Part II Orders and Weekly Field Returns of Officers and O.R. should be attached as appendices to the original copy. Changes in organization, stores, transport, etc.
7. It is essential that all copies of both text and appendices are legible. Appendices will be numbered and referenced to the text in the last column of the form. Current issues of any regimental publication should be attached.
8. It will be found convenient at the end of each month, when the War Diary is being completed and the correspondence in unit files for the month is being reviewed and distributed (F.S.R. Vol. I, sec. 171, para. 3) if the material considered to be of historical value in the light of the above is attached as appen-<br>dices to the original copy of the War Diary.
9. A good war diary makes possible the accurate and detailed reconstruction of circumstances, con-<br>ditions and action.
NOTE: If monthly diary is more than one inch thick, use a second folder. If appendices are bulky, tie folder up with tape or string to make a firm package.
PRESERVE IMPORTANT ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS FOR POSTERITY: INSERT THEM AS APPENDICES IN ORIGINAL COPY OF WAR DIARY
AND RETENTION OF APPENDICES, MAPS, ETC., FROM A WAR DIARY IS AN OFFENCE UNDER THE OFFICIAL SECRETS ACT
 
</think>

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<br><br>
WAR DIARIES, C.A.S.F.
<br><br>
Instructions for Compilation and
<br>
Despatch
<br><br>
1. A War Diary is SECRET.
<br><br>
2. The War Diary takes the place of the Historical
Record when on active service. (K.R. Can. Para.
1530). Its objects are: to supply authentic material
for the history of the unit, and of the force; to furnish
a historical record of operations; and to provide data
upon which to base improvements in training, equip-
ment, organization and administration.
<br><br>
3. Unless otherwise ordered, the original and
duplicate copies are sent on the first day of the suc-
ceeding month, through the usual channels, to the
A.G., 2nd Echelon, wherever that office may be.
The triplicate copy may be held by the unit for three
months and then forwarded, also through the usual
channels, to A.G., 2nd Echelon.
<br><br>
4. Post-war disposal will be as under:
<br>
Original—retained at Ottawa for historical
purposes.
<br>
Duplicate—to British Record Office for historical
purposes.
<br>
Triplicate—to unit for custody with unit records.
<br><br>
5. The War Diary will be entered up daily on
M.F.M. 11 and rendered monthly in triplicate (Mobn.
Instr. for C.M. 1937. App. “C”). Each entry will be
initialled by the officer detailed to keep the War
Diary, which will be signed at the end of each month
by the commander. (F.S.R. Vol. II, Sec. 35, para.
3 iii).
<br><br>
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<br><br>
6. The following should be recorded daily as events
occur:
<br>
(i) Important orders, instructions, reports, mes-
sages or despatches received and issued, and
decisions taken. Original documents should
be attached as appendices to the Original
copy of the War Diary.
<br>
(ii) Daily map location, employment, movements
and dispositions of unit headquarters and of
batteries, companies, etc. March tables
should be attached as appendices.
<br>
(iii) Important movements of officers and matters
relating to the duties of each branch of the
staff. A complete set of the routine orders
and instructions, Part I Orders, issued by
the unit during the month should be attached
as an appendix to the original copy.
<br>
(iv) Detailed account of operations—to include:—
Exact hour, location and circumstances of
important occurrences. Movements and
names of neighbouring units. Commanders
of batteries, companies, etc., names of Offi-
cers and number of O.R. (i) engaged and
(ii) battle casualties. Dispositions, activi-
ties and identity of enemy forces. Prisoners
and trophies captured. Ammunition ex-
pended. Factors affecting operations, topo-
graphical and climatic. Maps and sketches
showing dispositions of batteries, companies
etc., at important phases. The record of
communications, both written and verbal,
received or despatched during active opera-
tions as an appendix. A complete set of the
operation orders and instructions issued during
the month. Notes on conferences and
reports rendered to higher formations, or
received from lower formations, as appendices
to the original copy.
<br><br>
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<br><br>
(v) Nature and description of trenches, field works
or accommodation occupied or constructed.
Meteorological notes.
<br>
(vi) Changes in establishment or strength. Names
and ranks of officers and number of O.R.
Attachment of units and individuals. Rein-
forcements. Copy of Part II Orders and
Weekly Field Returns of Officers and O.R.
should be attached as appendices to the
original copy. Changes in organization,
stores, transport, etc.
<br><br>
7. It is essential that all copies of both text and
appendices are legible. Appendices will be numbered
and referenced to the text in the last column of the
form. Current issues of any regimental publication
should be attached.
<br><br>
8. It will be found convenient at the end of each
month, when the War Diary is being completed and
the correspondence in unit files for the month is
being reviewed and distributed (F.S.R. Vol. I, sec. 171,
para. 3) if the material considered to be of historical
value in the light of the above is attached as appen-
dices to the original copy of the War Diary.
<br><br>
9. A good war diary makes possible the accurate
and detailed reconstruction of circumstances, con-
ditions and action.
<br><br>
NOTE: If monthly diary is more than one inch thick,
use a second folder. If appendices are bulky, tie
folder up with tape or string to make a firm package.
<br><br>
PRESERVE IMPORTANT ORIGINAL
DOCUMENTS FOR POSTERITY: INSERT
THEM AS APPENDICES IN ORIGINAL
COPY OF WAR DIARY
<br><br>
THE EXTRACTION AND RETENTION OF APPENDICES, MAPS, ETC., FROM A WAR DIARY IS AN OFFENCE
<br>
UNDER THE OFFICIAL SECRETS ACT

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<think>
Here's the HTML output based on my analysis:

```html
Instructions regarding preparation of
War Diaries (which will be kept from first
day of mobilization, creation or embodi-
ment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.
Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY
OR
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)
Original, duplicate and triplicate be
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

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  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Place</th>
      <th>Date</th>
      <th>Hour</th>
      <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
      <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
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  </thead>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
      <td>
        <table style="width: 100%;">
          <thead>
            <tr>
              <th colspan="5" style="text-align: center;">APPENDIX TO WAR DIARY Sep 44</th>
            </tr>
            <tr>
              <th>No.</th>
              <th>Description</th>
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              <th>Duplicate</th>
              <th>Triplicate</th>
            </tr>
          </thead>
          <tbody>
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              <td>The Glen</td>
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              <td>X✓</td>
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</table>
``` 
</think>

Instructions regarding preparation of
War Diaries (which will be kept from first
day of mobilization, creation or embodi-
ment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY
OR
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)

Original, duplicate and triplicate be
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Place</th>
      <th>Date</th>
      <th>Hour</th>
      <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
      <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
    </tr>
  </thead>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
      <td>
        <div style="text-align: center; text-decoration: underline;">APPENDIX TO WAR DIARY Sep 44</div>
        <br>
        <table>
          <tr>
            <td style="text-decoration: underline;">No.</td>
            <td style="text-decoration: underline;">Description</td>
            <td style="text-decoration: underline;">Original</td>
            <td style="text-decoration: underline;">Duplicate</td>
            <td style="text-decoration: underline;">Triplicate</td>
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            <td>✓1.</td>
            <td>A.F.W. 3008/9E</td>
            <td>X✓</td>
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            <td>X</td>
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          <tr>
            <td>2.</td>
            <td>Part II Orders</td>
            <td>X✓</td>
            <td>-</td>
            <td>-</td>
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          <tr>
            <td>✓3.</td>
            <td>Arty Task Tables</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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          <tr>
            <td>✓4.</td>
            <td>Move Orders</td>
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            <td>Messages</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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            <td>Pratrol Programme</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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            <td>Recommendation for Victoria Cross</td>
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            <td>Message from the C in C.</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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            <td>X✓</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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          <tr>
            <td>✓10.</td>
            <td>Daily News sheets</td>
            <td>X✓</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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            <td>Allied Agents</td>
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          <tr>
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            <td>X✓</td>
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            <td>-</td>
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          <tr>
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            <td>-</td>
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      <td></td>
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  </tbody>
</table>

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<think>
Alright, here's the plan. I've got a scanned page from a WWII Canadian Army war diary that needs transcribing. First things first: I'll break down the structure to make sure I don't miss anything. It's got the usual headers, the all-important table with its columns for place, date, hour, events, and remarks, and of course, those often cryptic initials and stamps. I'll need to create an HTML table with the proper tags to format it all.

First, the header details are crucial: page number, instructions on preparing war diaries referencing the F.S. Regs., and form numbers. I'll pay close attention to the "WAR DIARY OR INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY" line, making sure I mark that as it appears. Then I'll focus on the table itself, identifying all the column headers: Place, Date, Hour, Summary of Events, and Remarks.

After that, the meat of the work begins: transcribing each row of the table. I'll meticulously go through each entry, making sure to capture every detail. I will be very careful with the location references, dates, and times, of course. For the "Summary of Events and Information" column, I'll transcribe the text exactly as it appears, including any peculiar word choices, such as "mincemeat." And when I get to those remarks, references, and initials, I will transcribe everything: The handwritten initials are as important as the typed ones!

Once I have everything transcribed, it's time for a final review. I'll double-check everything against the original image: the spelling, abbreviations, and any grid references. I won't correct any errors because the fidelity to the original document is the most important part of this work. Finally, I will verify the structural integrity of my HTML table to make sure the format is right, and then I can present the final result.
 
</think>

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Instructions regarding preparation of
War Diaries; (which will be kept from first
day of mobilization, creation or embodi-
ment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY
OR
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37

Original, duplicate and triplicate to be
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
  <tr>
    <th>Place</th>
    <th>Date</th>
    <th>Hour</th>
    <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
    <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>
      France<br>
      Ste. Foy<br>
      MR 2553<br>
      Sheet 8El<br>
      Neuville les<br>
      Dieppe (out-<br>
      skirts Dieppe)<br>
      MR 2468<br>
      Sheet
    </td>
    <td>
      2 Sep<br>
      44
    </td>
    <td></td>
    <td>
      We moved from Ste. Foy to Neuville les Dieppe around 0930hrs and found ourselves
      passing through heavily mined and fortified areas.<br>
      Jerry sure intended to hold the town from the appearance of everything. He has
      made "mincemeat" of all his pill boxes, etc. by demolitions and generally made a mess
      of the docks and quays.<br>
      Our area is a former German defended locality and as is usual our Bn HQ is in a
      former German HQ building. Somehow we always manage to do this same thing and many
      times it hasn't proven a very wise move.<br>
      We are not in defense in any way and all coys and eqpt are in their own groups
      and in no way dispersed other than freedom of movement. To-day was proclaimed a
      holiday by Division and the day is to be spent on cleaning up and maintenance.of
      vehicles is practically the only work going on. To-morrow all Dieppe veterans are to
      attend a memorial service at the Canadian Dieppe cemetry. In the afternoon is our
      March Past for General Crerar and there is the normal confusion over this issue.
      Example - webbing on-webbing off, soft hats worn - tin hats worn. This will all
      straighten itself out before to-morrow.<br>
      One thing we are still assured of is our three day rest and everybody is keeping
      their fingers crossed.<br>
      Dieppe is not "out of bounds" and the troops may go into town providing they are
      home by 2200hrs. It is quite OK though because there is nothing to buy nor anything
      to drink. Quite a safe bet for the powers that be in making this decision.<br>
      The balance of the day was very quiet and no excitement.<br>
      <br>
      Weather Fair and warm, rain later in the day.
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<think>
Okay, here's the plan. I need to transcribe this Canadian Army war diary page from World War II. First, I'll set up the basic structure using HTML: a table with the necessary columns: "Place", "Date", "Hour", "Summary of Events and Information", and "Remarks". Then, I'll meticulously transcribe every single detail. I'll start with the header information at the top – the page number, instructions, and the "WAR DIARY" heading, including the "M.F.M. 11" and other references on the right.

Next, I'll transcribe the table headers exactly as they appear in the original. Then comes the real work: the content. For each row, I will go column by column. The "Place" column will include line breaks where they exist, using `<br>`. Same goes for the "Date" column. The "Hour" column is blank here. The "Summary of Events and Information" column is where the bulk of the text resides. I'll have to be incredibly careful here, preserving every word, every punctuation mark, every abbreviation – "C.O.", "Adjt.", "I.O.", "Bn", "Bde", "RHC", "R de Mais", and even the double period in "Mmes and Mlles..". I will also make sure to transcribe the place names accurately: "NEUVILLE Les DIEPPE", "MONTREUIL", "NORDAMSQUES", "ST. FOLQUIN", "Eu", "Beauchamps", "Bourbourgville", "Licques". The diarist's personal comments – like "My what a pity..." – are important and will be included. Finally, in the "Remarks" column, I'll carefully transcribe the numbers and the line break between them with a `<br>`.

After the initial transcription is complete, I'll do a final, critical review. I'll compare the HTML output *exactly* with the image of the war diary page, ensuring everything matches perfectly, paying special attention to the details. My goal is a complete and accurate transcription.
 
</think>

Page 6<br>
Instructions regarding preparation of<br>
War Diaries; (which will be kept from first<br>
day of mobilization, creation or embodi-<br>
ment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.<br>
<br>
Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY<br>
OR<br>
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY<br>
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11<br>
40/P & S/37<br>
<br>
Original, duplicate and triplicate to be<br>
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
  <tr>
    <th>Place</th>
    <th>Date</th>
    <th>Hour</th>
    <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
    <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>
      France<br>
      NEUVILLE Les<br>
      DIEPPE<br>
      MR 2468<br>
      Sheet<br>
      MONTREUIL<br>
      MR 7725<br>
      Sheet<br>
      NORDAMSQUES<br>
      MR 001830<br>
      Sheet<br>
      ST. FOLQUIN<br>
      MR 0675<br>
      Sheet
    </td>
    <td>
      6 Sep<br>
      44
    </td>
    <td></td>
    <td>
      To-day the Battalion travelled many miles, in two steps, over pretty countryside<br>
      and through villages teeming with seemingly sincere populace. The total distance<br>
      amounts to 116 miles from Dieppe to St. Folquin.<br>
      We started at 0100hrs and by 0900hrs we were in an area close to Montreuil. The<br>
      trip was a fairly trying one for everyone concerned because we took one particular<br>
      right turn in Eu instead of a left turn and had to travel a few miles extra, through<br>
      Beauchamps them northwards to get back on our own route.<br>
      When we arrived in our new area we were treated to breakfast and then one and all,<br>
      except the C.O., Adjt., I.O., and recce party officer, Capt. Mark Tennant, curled up<br>
      in a blanket and scored a few hours sleep. This movement was a very popular one<br>
      because of the fact, we had no sleep whatever, last night. Our stay here proved to be<br>
      fairly short however because after an "O" Group at Bde we were warned to move by 1300<br>
      hrs to the area of the canal around Bourbourgville.<br>
      Capt Mark Tennant and his recce party once again preceded us and prepared the new<br>
      Bn position. The balance of our trip was quite uneventful except for the overwhelming<br>
      hospitality of the French civilians as we passed through the towns and villages. The<br>
      Diarist feels that the town of Licques is the best one yet, because along with many<br>
      others in the Bn, including the C.O. and Major Wyn Lasher, they had kisses blown at<br>
      them from very beautiful Mmes and Mlles.. My what a pity we had to move on.<br>
      At no time during the trip did we contact the enemy. From all appearances he has<br>
      drawn back a great deal.<br>
      At the cross-roads in Nordamsques the battalion has debussed and due to a very<br>
      grave mistake on the part of the I.O. the Bn took a right turn once again by mistake,<br>
      this time, instead of going straight ahead.<br>
      After travelling some 2 miles in the wrong direction Brig. McGill ordered the<br>
      RHC, who were following us and had just reached the cross-roads still embussed, to pass<br>
      through to the correct objective along the correct route.<br>
      The I.O. certainly holds his head in shame although the route he had marked was<br>
      taken directly from the Brig's. map and certainly should have been right. However it<br>
      wasn't and the I.O. will go down in history as the cause of a lot of concern for the<br>
      C.O.<br>
      At 1900hrs the RHC started through us to take Bourbourgville and to be followed<br>
      by the R de Mais who will curl up at St. Folquin slightly west of Bourbourgville.<br>
      In the meantime, in order to clear the way for the RHC, we were curled up on both<br>
      sides of the correct axis of advance.
    </td>
    <td>
      4<br>
      15
    </td>
  </tr>
</table>

## Page 6 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this war diary page. First things first, I need to replicate the exact format. Starting with the basic structural elements: the page number, the title "WAR DIARY OR INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY", and any form details. Then, of course, the heart of the matter: the table. Four columns: Place, Date, Hour, and Summary of Events with those darned Remarks and Appendices in the last column. I'll need to use HTML table tags, so I'll get those set up now.

Okay, let's dive in. The first entry is for September 6th, '44. I'll need to carefully transcribe all the place names, paying close attention to the spelling and those pesky Military Reference grid references. Looks like there's some interesting detail in the "Summary of Events" – the delay, the rain, and the move to St. Folquin. Got it. And that circled "W" in the remarks column.

Next up, September 7th. The entry describes the move to St. Folquin and the state of the flooded land. More detail and more grid references, which I have to nail, and the RHC and the R de Mais are mentioned. Also, a note about the engineers and their bridges. And in the remarks column, a handwritten note: "Calgary H".

Finally, I will go over everything with a fine-toothed comb to make sure the transcription is perfect. Check the spelling, of course, things like "to-morrow" and that compound word "treatedas". Double-check all the abbreviations and punctuation. The line breaks in the "Place" column are critical, and then, the handwritten notes need to be transcribed accurately. All the little details are what makes this accurate. And then, it's done. 
 
</think>

Page 7
Instructions regarding preparation of
War Diaries; (which will be kept from first
day of mobilization, creation or embodi-
ment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY
OR
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37

Original, duplicate and triplicate to be
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
    <tr>
        <th>Place</th>
        <th>Date</th>
        <th>Hour</th>
        <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
        <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>
            France<br>
            NEUVILLE les<br>
            DIEPPE<br>
            MR 2468<br>
            Sheet<br>
            MONTREUIL<br>
            MR 7725<br>
            Sheet<br>
            NORDAMSQUES<br>
            MR 001830<br>
            Sheet<br>
            ST. FOLQUIN<br>
            MR 0675<br>
            Sheet
        </td>
        <td>
            6 Sep<br>
            44
        </td>
        <td></td>
        <td>
            The minutes dragged into hours and we were finally told to stay in this curled up
            area until morning and then move to St. Folquin at first light. By this time we were
            all fit to kill somebody because it was 0300hrs and raining very hard.<br>
            When Bn HQ arrived at their temporary area we found a group of farm buildings and
            in one corner a pile of straw. It did not take long to find everybody curled up in
            this priceless bedding and away into dreamland for a little rest before the move at
            first light to-morrow morning.<br>
            <br>
            Weather Cold with rain
        </td>
        <td>
            <img src="data:image/png;base64, 

## Page 7 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, let's get this done. First things first, I need to transcribe this WWII Canadian Army war diary page. It's a bit of a process, but I have a plan.

I'll start by setting up the basic structure. The top left of the page has some instructions and a page number, so I'll get that down first. Then, I'll transcribe what's in the top right, including the MFM number and that bit about the copies. There's a black ink blotch over the word "to" which I will note.

Next comes the main title: "WAR DIARY -OR- INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY". That "OR" and "INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY" have that decorative cross-hatch pattern, but I'll represent it with the text itself. Then, I'll create the HTML table structure: Place, Date, Hour, Summary of Events and Information, and Remarks.

The real meat of the work is in transcribing the table content. For the "Place", "Date", and "Hour" columns, those will be simple. The "Summary of Events and Information" is where I'll really have to focus. I'll take it word for word, making sure to capture all the abbreviations, spelling, and punctuation exactly as they appear. There is one particularly long block of text. I need to be careful with things like the handwritten "X" after "200," and the inserted handwritten "not" between "could" and "whether." Also the "hrs" after 2317, and the slightly malformed "wome" which is likely "some". 

Finally, I'll transcribe the "Remarks" column, noting the "2" next to the casualty report. And, of course, the handwritten initials at the bottom right. Looks like "JGH" or something similar.

Once I'm done, I'll do a final review, comparing my transcription to the image to ensure everything is accurate, especially the handwritten parts, abbreviations, and numbers. It's tedious, but accuracy is paramount! Time to get started.
 
</think>

Page 50
Instructions regarding preparation of
War Diaries (which will be kept from first
day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY
-OR-
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)

Original, duplicate and triplicate to be
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
  <tr>
    <th>Place</th>
    <th>Date</th>
    <th>Hour</th>
    <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
    <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>Belgium<br>Sheet 24 & 34<br>X-Pub 856089</td>
    <td>30 Sep 44</td>
    <td></td>
    <td>
      At 1855 hours Dog reported start line plus 200X. H Hour had been set at 1830
      <br>hours but when the time rolled round, Major MacKenzie requested a 10 minute extension
      <br>on it. Lt.-Col. D. G. MacLauchlan would allow no postponement and issued orders
      <br>that Dog Coy carry on. A little consternation arose in Charlie Coy's area when
      <br>some 25 pdrs fell short. All this time Able Coy was not heard from and Dog was
      <br>trying to reach them. Finally, after trying to contact Major Kearns by air,
      <br>and relay, at 2040 hours the C.O. resorted to the fundamental basis of all
      <br>communications - the man on foot - and sent out 2 scouts to reach Able Coy. Due
      <br>to M.G. fire, they could not get across the cross roads 854094. They were able
      <br>to reach the carriers which were operating as link and brought back the information
      <br>that Able Coy was in position, holding on and was all right - that the enemy were
      <br>lobbing over the odd phosphorus bomb. After waiting anxiously for news from Able
      <br>Coy we at last were advised that they could report "Able", but that they were engaged
      <br>in street fighting in Brecht. A more detailed explanation developed that Major
      <br>Kearns Coy had encountered a MG position and decided on a right flanking.
      <br>Going deep in behind the enemy, Able Coy had had to clear houses to get out of town
      <br>and fight their way back to their objective! Dog Coy's area was quiet at 2130 hours
      <br>but was subjected to sniping on right flank. Further to Able Coy's situation report,
      <br>Major Kearns at 2145 hours advised us that the Coy was weak in strength and that
      <br>the situation was quite serious and insecure. He was trying to reorganize but was
      <br>contained by stiff opposition. Reinforcements were needed but he could not whether
      <br>he could get any forward. Close contact with the enemy had produced some casualties,
      <br>necessitating additonal stretcher bearers. He was still out of touch with the
      <br>carriers, he could not report Charlie and would not be able to do so for some time.
      <br>On orders from the C.O. Major Ellis had one of his Platoons moved forward by 2230
      <br>hours to reinforce Able Coy who now reported the situation quietening down, permitt-
      <br>ing him to reorganize.
      <br>      Following a morep at 2317,<sup>hrs</sup> came the encouraging word that Major Kearn's pugnacious
      <br>band had stopped a counter-attack even if it was only for the time being. The day
      <br>was won.
      <br>      Among the casualties for the day was Lieut. Doug Craddock who received a flesh
      <br>wound in the knee and Lieut. Casey who was killed.
      <br>
      <br>      Weather - dark and cloudy in the morning, clearing up in the afternoon.
      <br>                Visibility limited - night rainy and very poor visibility.
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## Page 8 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, here's the plan. I've got a WWII Canadian Army war diary page to transcribe, which means accuracy is paramount. First, I need to methodically break down the instructions. It's a precise task: replicate everything, including the format, headers, and any marginalia. Spelling, grammar, even the archaic abbreviations – all as is. Tables? Use HTML tags. Blank page? Output "[BLANK]".

So, I start by assessing the page itself. Top left corner: "Page 51" and some instructions on war diary preparation, citing F.S. Regs. Vol. 1. The title area in the center has "WAR DIARY," crossed-out "OR," also crossed-out "INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY," and a note to erase what's not needed. Over on the top right are some form details: "M.F.M. 11," "40/P & S/37 (3072)," and a note about forwarding copies to the 2nd Echelon. There's a black ink blotch there too, right before the word "to", which I will not attempt to guess the text.

Next, I need to recognize the table structure: "Place", "Date", "Hour", "Summary of Events and Information", and "Remarks, references to Appendices and initials." Looking at the table content, it's mostly empty. The "Summary of Events" column contains a handwritten signature – looks like "RossL.Ellis maj" – followed by a dotted line, and then typed text: "(R. L. Ellis) Major" and "A/O. C. The Calgary Highlanders CA(O)." There's something in the table that *might* be a watermark, but it's illegible. Given the instructions to transcribe *all visible text*, I'll omit it as it's not discernible.

Now, I'll translate this analysis into action. The transcription will start at the top, and then the main title section, keeping those strikethroughs accurate using `<s>`. The top-right information follows, before the structure of the HTML table is built. I'll make sure the `<th>` tags correctly represent the column headers. The rows are then filled in. The "Place", "Date", and "Hour" columns are blank, so empty `<td>` tags. In the "Summary" column, I will be careful to capture the handwritten signature, the dotted line, and the typed text, each appropriately separated using `<br>` tags. The "Remarks" column will also be blank.

Finally, a meticulous review is a must. Double-checking everything against the image, word-for-word, abbreviation for abbreviation. I'll pay special attention to the signature, the strikethroughs, and the correct placement of the line breaks within the "Summary" column. That should ensure a perfect, compliant transcription. Let's get to work!
 
</think>

Page 51
Instructions regarding preparation of
War Diaries (which will be kept from first
day of mobilization, creation or embodi-
ment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

WAR DIARY
OR
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
(Erase heading not required)

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)

Original, duplicate and triplicate to be
forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
  <tr>
    <th>Place</th>
    <th>Date</th>
    <th>Hour</th>
    <th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
    <th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
    <td>
      RossL.Ellis maj....................<br>
      (R. L. Ellis) Major<br>
      A/O. C. The Calgary Highlanders CA(O)
    </td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
</table>

## Page 9 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, let's get this done. The user wants me to transcribe a scanned WWII Canadian Army war diary page, focusing on its structure and content. This is an "Army Form W.3009E", titled "FIELD RETURN OF OTHER RANKS", and it's a two-page affair, for the "Base Depot" for the week ending "29 Sep 44." Time to dive in.

First, I need to get the basic structure down. We've got headers and footers, plus instructions, and a handful of tables: Part A, B, C, and the meaty Part D. I'll need to accurately represent the layout of all the tables using HTML tables. This document is a single image, so I'll approach it as a single transcription, creating tables to reflect the form.

**Transcription Steps:**

1.  **Page 1 - Header:** Grab the form title, unit ("Base Depot"), the "For week ending..." date (29 Sep 44), and the "Serial No." if there is one.
2.  **Page 1 - Instructions:** Copy the explanatory text.
3.  **Page 1 - Part A:** This is a table detailing ranks, establishment, and reinforcements needed. The columns are pre-printed, so I can recreate the structure with HTML. I will transcribe each cell meticulously, paying close attention to handwritten numbers.
4.  **Page 1 - Part B:** This table lists other ranks and their corps. Again, I'll reproduce the table structure and transcribe the handwritten content accurately, including the unit abbreviations.
5.  **Page 1 - Part C:** This is an empty table, so I just need to record its structure.
6.  **Page 1 - Footer:** Transcribe the form number and any other text at the bottom.
7.  **Page 2 - Header:** Repeat the header information from page 1.
8.  **Page 2 - Part D:** This is the big one! A complex table detailing specialists and tradesmen, split into "SURPLUS TO ESTABLISHMENT" and "REINFORCEMENTS REQUIRED". This is going to require careful attention to detail. I'll transcribe this row by row, ensuring all numbers are placed in the correct columns. There's a big purple stamp ("T/10/44") that needs to be documented. The handwriting is a little unclear in places, so I need to be as true to the original as possible.
9.  **Page 2 - Footer:** Transcribe the "Date of Despatch", the signature (which seems to read as "W.A. Land C...") and the text below the signature.

**Detailed Transcription Notes:**

*   **Part D - Accuracy is Key:** The numbers in Part D need extreme attention, since the columns seem to have a few inconsistencies. I will be meticulous about recording everything as written, even if the totals appear incorrect.
*   **Handwriting Interpretation:** I'll make my best guesses for the unit and abbreviation, but will be careful about representing the original.
*   **HTML Tables:** I'll use `<table>`, `<tr>`, `<td>`, and `<th>` tags throughout to replicate the form's structure, allowing me to represent the information correctly.

Alright, with the plan established, let's start transcribing.
 
</think>

(Page 1)
Army Form W.3009E. (Ft. Gds., Inf., etc.

**FIELD RETURN OF OTHER RANKS.**

Serial No. ...................
(Repeat at Part D)

Unit. *Base Depot*
For week ending *29 Sep 44*

To be made up to mid-day on Saturday in each week by all units of Foot Guards, Infantry of the Line, Reconnaissance
Corps, R.A.V.C., A.E.C., R.A.P.C., C.M.P., Pioneer Corps, Intelligence Corps, A.C.C. and Non-Combatant Corps,
and 1 copy rendered to G.H.Q. 2nd Echelon, and 1 copy to Reinforcement Section, G.H.Q. 2nd Echelon (until instructed
by G.H.Q. 2nd Echelon to discontinue rendering).

**Part A. Strength, Surplus or Reinforcements required.**
*Seen*

<table>
    <thead>
        <tr>
            <th>1.</th>
            <th>2.</th>
            <th>3.</th>
            <th>4.</th>
            <th>5</th>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <th>Rank or Appointment.</th>
            <th>W.E. less 1st Rfts.</th>
            <th>Strength counting against W.E. less 1st Rfts.</th>
            <th>Surplus to W.E. less 1st Rfts.</th>
            <th>Reinforcements required<br>(i.e., deficits on W.E., less 1st Rfts.)</th>
        </tr>
    </thead>
    <tbody>
        <tr>
            <td>W.Os. Class I.</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>1</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>W.Os. Class II.</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>7</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>Company Quartermaster-Ser-<br>jeants OR Colour-Serjeants</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>6</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>Staff Serjeants</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>Serjeants</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>39</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>Corporals</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>73</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>Privates, Guardsmen, Fusiliers,<br>etc.</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>685</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>Buglers, Trumpeters, etc.</td>
            <td></td>
            <td>6</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>TOTALS</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
    </tbody>
</table>

\* These Totals should agree with the details shown in Part D on page 2.

**Part B. Other ranks attached in excess of W.E. less Ist Rfts.**

<table>
    <thead>
        <tr>
            <th>Rank or Appointment.</th>
            <th>Unit and Corps to which<br>they belong.</th>
            <th>Rank or Appointment.</th>
            <th>Unit and Corps to which<br>they belong.</th>
        </tr>
    </thead>
    <tbody>
        <tr>
            <td>3 O Rs</td>
            <td>2 Cdn Gds</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>3 O Rs</td>
            <td>R de Chaudiere</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>3 O Rs</td>
            <td>S D & G Highrs</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td>1 O R</td>
            <td>Edm Acenest</td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
    </tbody>
</table>

**Part C. Description of other ranks whose return to the unit is particularly requested.**

<table>
    <thead>
        <tr>
            <th>Army No.</th>
            <th>Rank.</th>
            <th>Name and Initials.</th>
            <th>Regiment or Corps.</th>
            <th>Remarks, (e.g. present whereabouts if known).</th>
        </tr>
    </thead>
    <tbody>
        <tr>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
        <tr>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
            <td></td>
        </tr>
    </tbody>
</table>

..................Unit Week ending..................19 A.F.W.3009E. (Ft. Gds., Inf., etc.)

(Page 2)
Army Form W.3009E. (Ft.

## Page 10 — gemini-2.5-pro

Page 1
<br>
TO BE MADE UP TO MIDDAY ON SATURDAY IN EACH WEEK
<br>
<br>
<table>
  <tr>
    <td style="width: 50%; vertical-align: top;">
      <div style="text-align: center;">
        Army Form W.3008 (Revised)<br>
        40/P & S/2454 (5171) (Pads of 52)<br>
        Serial No. ................... (Repeat at Part D)<br>
        <br>
        <strong>FIELD RETURN OF OFFICERS.</strong><br>
        The Calg Highrs (Unit.) For Week Ending 23 Sep 44<br

## Page 11 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Right, time to get to work. I've got a scanned page from a WWII Canadian Army war diary that needs transcribing. Seems like a "Revised DF SOS task Table," not a standard diary entry with the usual columns. No problem, I'll structure it as a regular HTML table using the appropriate tags.

First things first: the document. It’s a single page, and I need to be meticulous. I'll need to accurately represent all aspects of the document, including handwriting, formatting, and the overall layout.

The header is my starting point: a handwritten "leiflet 3" in the top left, followed by "5 C FD REGT R.C.A." and then "Revised DF SOS task Table as of 121400B." Got it.

Now for the core: the table. The headers are "Task No," "Coords of Task," "Ht," "Axis," and "Engaged Bty." "Coords of Task" spans two columns ("E" and "N"), so I'll need to use `colspan="2"` in the HTML. I'll meticulously transcribe each row, including all the numerical data and any notes. There's a handwritten "Appy 3" next to one of the entries; I must include that.

After the table, there's a signature block: "Ruheathem Capt." (handwritten), followed by the typed details: "(R.M.LEATHEN)CAPT. RCA," "Adjutant," and "5 Cdn Fd Regt., R.C.A." Then, there’s a handwritten "Sec V" with an arrow pointing upward. I will include this as well.

The "Distribution" section follows, with the header "Distribution" then the "No." column followed by a list of units, and finally, a handwritten arrow pointing to the "5 C.I.B." entry.

And finally, the stamp: a rectangular purple one with the words "War Diaries," "192," "Ser," "3," "Appx," and "SEP 1944" stamped on it. The numbers "192" and "3" are handwritten, which I will replicate.

Before I'm done, I'll need to double-check everything – every detail, every abbreviation, every bit of formatting, and every handwritten note. It's crucial that the transcription is a precise replica of the original.

Okay, let's start with the HTML table structure...
 
</think>

<table>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td colspan="6">
        <div style="position: absolute; top: 50px; left: 50px; transform: rotate(-15deg); font-size: 2em; font-family: 'Courier New', monospace;">leiflet 3</div>
        <br><br>
        <div style="text-align: center;">5 C FD REGT R.C.A.</div>
        <div style="text-align: center;"><u>Revised DF SOS task Table as of 121400B</u></div>
      </td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <th rowspan="2">Task No</th>
      <th colspan="2">Coords of Task</th>
      <th rowspan="2">Ht</th>
      <th rowspan="2">Axis</th>
      <th rowspan="2">Engaged Bty</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <th>E</th>
      <th>N</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 30</td>
      <td>2170</td>
      <td>7740</td>
      <td>1 m</td>
      <td>180°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF SOS 31</td>
      <td>217</td>
      <td>778</td>
      <td>1 m</td>
      <td>180°</td>
      <td>5 Bty <span style="font-family: 'Courier New', monospace; font-size: 2em;">Appy 3</span></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 32</td>
      <td>223</td>
      <td>779</td>
      <td>1 m</td>
      <td>90°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 33</td>
      <td>232</td>
      <td>768</td>
      <td>1 m</td>
      <td>90°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 34</td>
      <td>204</td>
      <td>771</td>
      <td>1 m</td>
      <td>32°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 35</td>
      <td>195</td>
      <td>749</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td>220°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 40</td>
      <td>278</td>
      <td>758</td>
      <td>10</td>
      <td>30°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF SOS 41</td>
      <td>260</td>
      <td>757</td>
      <td>10</td>
      <td>45°</td>
      <td>73 Bty</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 42</td>
      <td>254</td>
      <td>771</td>
      <td>10</td>
      <td>360°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 47</td>
      <td>2595</td>
      <td>7580</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 48</td>
      <td>2330</td>
      <td>7555</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 49</td>
      <td>2565</td>
      <td>7635</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td>65°</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 51</td>
      <td>1485</td>
      <td>8310</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 52</td>
      <td>1400</td>
      <td>8170</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF SOS 53</td>
      <td>1590</td>
      <td>8120</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td>28 Bty</td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DF 54</td>
      <td>1505</td>
      <td>7995</td>
      <td>0</td>
      <td></td>
      <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td colspan="6">
        <br><br>
        <div style="float: right; text-align: center; margin-right: 50px;">
          <span style="font-family: 'Courier New', monospace; font-size: 2.5em;">Sec<br>V</span><br>
          <span style="font-size: 2em;">↑</span>
        </div>
        <div style="text-align: center;">
          <span style="font-family: 'Courier New', monospace; font-size: 1.5em;">Ruheathem Capt.</span><br>
          (R.M.LEATHEN)CAPT. RCA<br>
          Adjutant<br>
          5 Cdn Fd Regt., R.C.A.
        </div>
        <br><br>
      </td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td colspan="3">
        <u>Distribution</u><br><br>
        5 Bty<br>
        28 Bty<br>
        73 Bty<br>
        → 5 C.I.B.<br>
        C.O.<br>
        Adjutant
      </td>
      <td colspan="3">
        <u>No.</u><br><br>
        1<br>
        2<br>
        3<br>
        4, 5, 6, 7<br>
        8<br>
        9
        <div style="border: 2px solid purple; padding: 5px; display: inline-block; margin-left: 20px; color: purple; text-align: center;">
          War Diaries<br>
          <span style="text-decoration: overline;">....................</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">192</span><span style="text-decoration: overline;">....................</span><br>
          Ser <span style="text-decoration: overline;">....................</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">3</span><span style="text-decoration: overline;">....................</span><br>
          Appx <span style="text-decoration: overline;">....................................</span><br>
          SEP 1944
        </div>
      </td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</table>

## Page 12 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this transcription. I've got a scanned image of a WWII Canadian Army war diary page – specifically, a "MESSAGE FORM." My instructions are crystal clear: transcribe *everything* exactly as it appears, including the headers, form numbers, stamps, handwritten notes, and signatures. No correcting spelling, grammar, or abbreviations; keep grid references and military shorthand as they are. This isn't a standard war diary table layout, so no HTML table for me. I'll need to replicate the form's structure as best I can with basic text formatting, going line by line.

First, I'll start with the main header: "ARMY FORM C2136 (Small)," "40/P&S/2433(5143)(Pads of 100)," and "MESSAGE FORM."

Next is the "Signals Use Only" section. I see "Call," "Srl No.," "ty," "Trans[...missing text...]ton Instructions," and "Register No." There's a vertically written word in the "Call" box; it looks like "Recd," and I'll make sure to note that. There's also an "OFFICE DATE STAMP" with a handwritten stamp: "C112 1517H."

Below that, "ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY."

Now, into the main body of the message. The "FROM (A)" field shows "HQ RCA 2 Cdn Inf Div." The "Date—Time of Origin" is "272205A."

The "TO" field is extensive. "For Action": "4 Cdn Fd Regt, 5 Cdn Fd Regt, 6 Cdn Fd Regt 4 Cdn Inf Bde," and continuing on the next lines: "5 Cdn Inf Bde, 6 Cdn Inf Bde, G 2 Cdn Inf Div, RA 1 Corps," and then "RA 49 Inf Div, War Diary, File." There's a "(W) For Information (INFO)" line, but it's empty.

Next, "Message Instructions" and "GR" – both blank.

Then the core of the message, under "Originator's No.": "O 12 SECRET (.) ref DF & FD(SOS) Task Table No 35 d/27 Sep 44." The message itself reads: "DELETE - DF(SOS) 18 67770426 (.)" and then "SUBSTITUTE - DF(SOS) 18 62270426 (.)"

Finally, the footer. "THIS MESSAGE MAY BE SENT AS WRITTEN," then "BY ANY MEANS EXCEPT," with "WIRELESS" in brackets. "IF LIABLE TO BE INTERCEPTED OR TO FALL INTO ENEMY HANDS, THIS MESSAGE MUST BE SENT IN CIPHER."

There's a "SIGNED" section. The left-hand signature is tough to decipher, but I'll do my best to render it: `[Illegible signature]` followed by the typed rank "Lieut." The right-hand "SIGNED" space is empty. The "ORIGINATOR'S INSTRUCTIONS DEGREE OF PRIORITY" section is also empty.

The "Time / System / Op" table is also all blank. "THI or TOR" and "Time cleared" are also empty.

I need to be absolutely meticulous. I'll represent the form's structure using line breaks to stay true to the visual layout. I'll preserve every single word exactly as it's written.
 
</think>

ARMY FORM C2136 (Small)
40/P&S/2433(5143)(Pads of 100)
MESSAGE FORM
Call.
[Handwritten vertically: Recd]
Srl No.
ty
Trans[...ton Instructions]
Register No.
ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY
OFFICE DATE STAMP
[Handwritten: C112 1517H]
FROM (A)
Originator
HQ RCA 2 Cdn Inf Div
Date—Time of Origin
272205A
TO
For Action
4 Cdn Fd Regt, 5 Cdn Fd Regt, 6 Cdn Fd Reg

## Page 13 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Okay, here we go. I'm transcribing this WWII Canadian Army war diary page. It's a "DF & DF (SOS) TASK TABLE No 35" for the RCA 2 CDN INF DIV, dated 27 Sep 44, and marked SECRET.  I need to be meticulous with this.

First, the header: <s>body 37</s>. RCA 2 CDN INF DIV. SECRET. Copy No. 38. 27 Sep 44. (114) 1500 hrs (with a squiggle).

Next, the title: DF & DF (SOS) TASK TABLE No 35

Now the main part, the table. I'll make an HTML table for this.  I have to be careful about the details. And I see a note scrawled over it: Cancelled. AMstafn. 28. 1800. hr.

```html
<table>
  <tr>
    <th>Task No</th>
    <th>Map Ref</th>
    <th>Ht(m)</th>
    <th>Axis (degs)</th>
    <th>Remarks</th>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 1</td>
    <td>717987</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>80</td>
    <td>Cancelled. AMstafn. 28. 1800. hr.</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 2</td>
    <td>707 992</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 3</td>
    <td>7235 9875</td>
    <td>5</td>
    <td>360</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 4</td>
    <td>7360 9864</td>
    <td>5</td>
    <td>10</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 5</td>
    <td>699 987</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>30</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 6</td>
    <td>7425 9892</td>
    <td>5</td>
    <td>100</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 7</td>
    <td>7400 9975</td>
    <td>5</td>
    <td>100</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 8</td>
    <td>7462 0000</td>
    <td>8</td>
    <td>110</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 9</td>
    <td>7475 0092</td>
    <td>10</td>
    <td>105</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 10</td>
    <td>5845 0683</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 11</td>
    <td>5988 0617</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 12</td>
    <td>6300 0475</td>
    <td>2</td>
    <td>345</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 13</td>
    <td>6362 0514</td>
    <td>2</td>
    <td>345</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 14</td>
    <td>6500 0491</td>
    <td>2</td>
    <td>25</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 15</td>
    <td>6554 0462</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>20</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 16</td>
    <td>6641 0436</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>30</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 17</td>
    <td>6700 0351</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>55</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF(SOS)18</td>
    <td>6777 0426</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td>2 and 14 Btys</td>
  </tr>
    <tr>
    <td>DF 19</td>
    <td>6847 0403</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 20</td>
    <td>619 049</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 21</td>
    <td>7020 0179</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF(SOS)22</td>
    <td>693 990</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>45</td>
    <td>26 Bty</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 23</td>
    <td>6865 0275</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 24</td>
    <td>6840 0250</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 25</td>
    <td>6865 0200</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 26</td>
    <td>6935 0135</td>
    <td>3</td>
    <td>50</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 27</td>
    <td>7050 0075</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>280</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 28</td>
    <td>696 993</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>70</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 29</td>
    <td>696 987</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>130</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 1001</td>
    <td>7544 0180</td>
    <td>10</td>
    <td>130</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 1002</td>
    <td>7612 0260</td>
    <td>5</td>
    <td>130</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 1003</td>
    <td>695 983</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>30</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 1004</td>
    <td>703 982</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>340</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 1005</td>
    <td>708 986</td>
    <td>0</td>
    <td>70</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 60</td>
    <td>8080 0667</td>
    <td>25</td>
    <td>20</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 61</td>
    <td>7996 0609</td>
    <td>25</td>
    <td>320</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 62</td>
    <td>7990 0585</td>
    <td>24</td>
    <td>conc</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF(SOS)70</td>
    <td>7930 0530</td>
    <td>21</td>
    <td>160</td>
    <td>6 Fd Regt</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 71</td>
    <td>7540 0295</td>
    <td>11</td>
    <td></td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
    <tr>
    <td>DF 80</td>
    <td>7885 0575</td>
    <td>20</td>
    <td>335</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 81</td>
    <td>7840 0620</td>
    <td>20</td>
    <td>conc</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>DF 82</td>
    <td>7830 0560</td>
    <td>18</td>
    <td>335</td>
    <td></td>
  </tr>
</table>
```

Now, the numbered paragraphs:

1.  This table cancels all previous DF and DF(SOS) task tables.
2.  Regts will be prepared to engage all tasks on which guns can be brought to bear.
3.  Authority and rates of fire as per RCA 2 Cdn Inf Div Standing Orders.

Then, the DISTRIBUTION section:

DISTRIBUTION

4 Cdn Fd Regt 10
5 Cdn Fd Regt 10
6 Cdn Fd Regt 10
4 Cdn Inf Bde 4
5 Cdn Inf Bde 4
6 Cdn Inf Bde 4
G 2 Cdn Inf Div 1
RA 1 Corps 1
RA 1 Pol Armd Div 1
War Diary 1
File 1

Finally, the signature block:

for
BMRA
W. Kerby-Robertson, Lieut
(<s>M Monagh</s>) Maj
2 Cdn Inf Div

That's it. A faithful transcription.
 
</think>

[Handwritten note in top left margin: <s>body 37</s>]

[Handwritten note in top right corner: (114) 1500 hrs]

RCA 2 CDN INF DIV
SECRET
Copy No <u>38</u>
27 Sep 44

DF & DF (SOS) TASK TABLE No 35

<table>
    <tr>
        <th>Task No</th>
        <th>Map Ref</th>
        <th>Ht(m)</th>
        <th>Axis (degs)</th>
        <th>Remarks</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 1</td>
        <td>717987</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>80</td>
        <td rowspan="5" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:center;">[Handwritten: Cancelled. AMstafn.<br>28. 1800. hr.]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 2</td>
        <td>707 992</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 3</td>
        <td>7235 9875</td>
        <td>5</td>
        <td>360</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 4</td>
        <td>7360 9864</td>
        <td>5</td>
        <td>10</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 5</td>
        <td>699 987</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>30</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 6</td>
        <td>7425 9892</td>
        <td>5</td>
        <td>100</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 7</td>
        <td>7400 9975</td>
        <td>5</td>
        <td>100</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 8</td>
        <td>7462 0000</td>
        <td>8</td>
        <td>110</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 9</td>
        <td>7475 0092</td>
        <td>10</td>
        <td>105</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 10</td>
        <td>5845 0683</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 11</td>
        <td>5988 0617</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 12</td>
        <td>6300 0475</td>
        <td>2</td>
        <td>345</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 13</td>
        <td>6362 0514</td>
        <td>2</td>
        <td>345</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 14</td>
        <td>6500 0491</td>
        <td>2</td>
        <td>25</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 15</td>
        <td>6554 0462</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>20</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 16</td>
        <td>6641 0436</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>30</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 17</td>
        <td>6700 0351</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>55</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF(SOS)18</td>
        <td>6777 0426</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td>2 and 14 Btys</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 19</td>
        <td>6847 0403</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 20</td>
        <td>619 049</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 21</td>
        <td>7020 0179</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF(SOS)22</td>
        <td>693 990</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>45</td>
        <td>26 Bty</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 23</td>
        <td>6865 0275</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 24</td>
        <td>6840 0250</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 25</td>
        <td>6865 0200</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td></td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 26</td>
        <td>6935 0135</td>
        <td>3</td>
        <td>50</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 27</td>
        <td>7050 0075</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>280</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF 28</td>
        <td>696 993</td>
        <td>0</td>
        <td>70</td>
        <td></td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>DF

## Page 14 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Okay, here's what I've got. I need to transcribe this image, a single page from what appears to be a military document. At the top left, handwritten, is the number "4."  To the right, stamped, is "SECRET", followed by a handwritten annotation "Appx 4" and "1:50,000". Below that, there's a faint stamp that reads:

COPY ISSUED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH 5 BDE
MOV ORDER No 4 DATED 1 SEP 44

The central part of the page contains a hand-drawn diagram. It's a sketch map, likely showing unit dispositions.  Inside the diagram, there is the following text, which I will transcribe:

DP 212523
R de M
S FD REGT
CALG HIGHRS
S
LAA
TS
AMB
FD COY
RHC + TKS

Finally, towards the bottom of the page is a stamp that reads:

War Diaries
Ser. 192
Appx 4
SEP 1944.
 
</think>

4

SECRET
Appx 4
1:50,000

COPY ISSUED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH 5 BDE
MOV ORDER No 4 DATED 1 SEP 44

[Hand-drawn diagram with the following labels]

DP 212523

R de M

S FD REGT

CALG HIGHRS

S

LAA

TS

AMB

FD COY

RHC + TKS

War Diaries
Ser. 192
Appx 4
SEP 1944.

## Page 15 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this transcription. I've got a scanned WWII Canadian Army war diary page, a hand-drawn map derived from aerial photos. My job is to transcribe *everything* exactly as it appears. No corrections, no edits, no spell-checking. This means every handwritten note, every stamp, abbreviation, grid reference, everything. I need to be meticulous.

First up, the top-left section. I've got a signature and some typed/stamped text. The signature, that's always the tricky part. Looks like it says "Caly Hughes". Now for the stamped text and the title information:

Caly Hughes

INFO FROM A/R PHOTOS
AS AT
1 SEPT 44
REF MAPS - GSGS 4040
SHEETS 39e 28, 29, & 40
APIS 2 CDN INF DIV
TRACE PART I
___

Next, the grid markings. These are along the edges of the map. Let's see...

Top left: 12, 85
Bottom left: 15, 80
Top right: 90, 30
Bottom right: 80, 30

Now, the main event: the annotations on the map itself. I'll go systematically, working left to right, top to bottom. Here goes:

BEACHES VERY HEAVILY DEFENDED WITH M.G's, CASEMATEs, WIRE AND MINEFIELDS
STRONG POINT
HEAVILY DEFENDED M.G's AND CASEMATES
CRATERS
CONC. SHELTER PITS
PARTIALLY FLOODED
PARTIALLY FLOODED
PACK A/T
W.P.S
TRENCHES & M.G PITS
M.G POSITIONS ON QUAY SIDES
HEAVILY DEFENDED
STREETS CLEAR RANGE
HOUSES DEMOLISHED
GUN MG POSNS
M.G EMPLACEMENTS GUN
3 TO 9 ROWS
VERY HEAVILY DEFENDED
FLOODED MAIN RDS CLEAR
73
30
39
86
?
ACT
T.X.P
 
</think>

Caly Hughes

INFO FROM A/R PHOTOS
AS AT
1 SEPT 44

REF MAPS - GSGS 4040
SHEETS 39e 28, 29, & 40
APIS 2 CDN INF DIV

TRACE PART I

[Map annotations follow]

[Top left grid]
12
85

[Bottom left grid]
15
80

[Top right grid]
90
30

[Bottom right grid]
80
30

[Annotations on map, from left to right, top to bottom]

BEACHES VERY HEAVILY DEFENDED WITH M.G's,
CASEMATES, WIRE AND MINEFIELDS

STRONG
POINT

HEAVILY
DEFENDED
M.G's AND
CASEMATES

CRATERS

CONC. SHELTER PITS

PARTIALLY
FLOODED

PARTIALLY
FLOODED

PACK A/T
W.P.S

TRENCHES &
M.G PITS

M.G POSITIONS
ON QUAY
SIDES

HEAVILY DEFENDED

73

STREETS
CLEAR RANGE
HOUSES DEMOLISHED

GUN
MG
POSNS

M.G EMPLACEMENTS
GUN

3 TO 9 ROWS
VERY HEAVILY DEFENDED

K

K

FLOODED
MAIN RDS
CLEAR

## Page 16 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this transcription. I've got a scanned page from a WWII Canadian Army war diary – well, not a diary exactly, it's a movement order. The document is typed, with some handwritten elements like a signature.

Here's my approach: First, I'll transcribe the header information. Then, I'll deal with the body, which isn't the standard war diary table format, but has a table-like structure. I'll need to use HTML to represent this properly, specifically a `<table>`. I'll pay close attention to the column structure, the information within each cell, and any associated notes.

The header includes "SECRET" and the date "1 Sep 44" in the top right, and "5 CDN INF BDE GP MOV ORDER NO 5" centered at the top.

Then the body: "DATE OF MOV 2 Sep 44", "ROUTES TO SP SP - ROUTE - Dis P - as per trace "R" att.", "DENSITY - 40 VTM SPEED - 18 MPH HALTS - NIL", "MOV Embussed on unit tpt A Ech will accompany units", and "TC - Unit responsibility - Lieut J.L.Fontaine SP: SC 5 Cdn Inf Bde Dis P".

The main part is the table itself. I'll need to create columns for `SER`, `UNIT`, `NO. OF VEHS`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`, `REMARKS`, and `NOTES`. The layout has the "NOTES" as a separate column. I will create a `NOTES` column in my HTML table.

The notes seem to apply to specific rows or the entire operation, which I will have to keep in mind when arranging the table.

Now for the table content:

*   **Row 1:** `SER`: `1`, `UNIT`: `Carrier Screen R H C`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `10`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `0700`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `0705`, `REMARKS`: `To be detailed by OC R H C`, `NOTES`: `1. Necessary A Ech tpt required to lift tps will be off loaded in present areas and vehs will return for loads NOT before 1130 hrs - order RHC - Calg Highrs - R de Mais.`
*   **Row 2:** `SER`: `2`, `UNIT`: `Unit Recce Parties`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `15`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `0705`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `0710`, `REMARKS`: `Limited to 4 jeeps or 3 jeeps 1 x 15 cwt per inf bn`, `NOTES`: `2. Unit recce parties incl pnrs with mine detectors will RV with SC 5 Cdn Inf Bde at rd junc 279670 at 0730 hrs.`
*   **Row 3:** `SER`: `3`, `UNIT`: `R H C`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `90`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `0900`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `0920`, `REMARKS`: `Route to SP most direct`, `NOTES`: `3. Area to be occupied will be determined by recce parties who will guide units from Dis P.`
*   **Row 4:** `SER`: `4`, `UNIT`: `Calg Highrs`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `90`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `0925`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `0945`, `REMARKS`: `Ensure RHC clear before passing rd junc 262535`, `NOTES`: (empty)
*   **Row 5:** `SER`: `5`, `UNIT`: `HQ 5 Cdn Inf Bde`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `60`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `0945`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `1000`, `REMARKS`: `Ensure Calg Highrs clear before leaving present area`, `NOTES`: (empty)
*   **Row 6:** `SER`: `6`, `UNIT`: `R de Mais`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `90`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `1000`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `1020`, `REMARKS`: `Ensure Bde HQ clear before passing pt 244536`, `NOTES`: (empty)
*   **Row 7:** `SER`: `7`, `UNIT`: `18 Cdn Fd Amb`, `NO. OF VEHS`: `38`, `TIME PAST SP HEAD`: `1020`, `TIME PAST SP TAIL`: `1025`, `REMARKS`: `Ensure Bde HQ clear Xrds 257536`, `NOTES`: (empty)

I'll be mindful of the placement of the notes and try to maintain that layout accurately. It seems most appropriate to have the notes attached to the relevant rows, as they are on the page.

Finally, I'll transcribe the distribution list and the signature block:

The distribution list is structured with columns.
*   `R H C (2)`
*   `R de Mais (2)`
*   `Calg Highrs (2)`
*   `18 Cdn Fd Amb`
*   `G Main 2 Cdn Inf Div`
*   `Bde Comd`
*   `B.M.`
*   `S.C.`
*   `I.O.`
*   `T.O.`
*   `GSO III`
*   `S.L.`
*   `Sigs O`
*   `L.Os. "A" "B" "C"`
*   `Camp`
*   `C.S.M.`
*   `File`

With `War Diary (3)` in the middle of the distribution list.

And the signature: `RG Slater` signed, with the typed text `(R.G.Slater) Major` `B.M. 5 Cdn Inf Bde`.

After transcription, I will perform a final review and make sure I get everything correct, paying special attention to the nuances, like handwritten characters.
 
</think>

```html
<div style="text-align: right;">
S E C R E T<br>
1 Sep 44
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
5 CDN INF BDE GP MOV ORDER NO 5
</div>
<br>
DATE OF MOV 2 Sep 44
<br><br>
ROUTES TO SP SP - ROUTE - Dis P - as per trace "R" att.
<br><br>
DENSITY - 40 VTM SPEED - 18 MPH HALTS - NIL
<br><br>
MOV Embussed on unit tpt A Ech will accompany units
<br><br>
TC - Unit responsibility - Lieut J.L.Fontaine SP: SC

## Page 17 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this transcription. I've got a scanned page from a WWII Canadian Army war diary, and it's a bit of a departure from the usual table format. Let's break this down systematically.

First things first, I'll transcribe the header information. There's a quick handwritten note in the top left corner, which I'll render as best I can – maybe "Baly Hughes"? Then the title: `2 CDN INF DIV DMA`. The top right has some crucial details: a "SECRET" stamp, then typed information: `2LS/10-2`, `HQ 2 Cdn Inf Div`, `17 Sep 44`, and a signature: `J. Lee`, along with `191530A` and a flourish.

Next up is the map reference: `Ref Map:- KEILDRECHT - ANTWERP`, `Sheets 23 and 33, 1/50000`.

Now, the main event: the hand-drawn map. Since I can't *draw* the map, I'll transcribe the text elements within it and describe their layout. There are crosshairs with associated numerical references: one with `63` above and `91` to the right, and another with `67` below and `87` to the right. The main part of the map seems to be divided into different areas, each with a specific label like `HQ DMA`, `RCASC`, `RCEME`, `MEDS`, `ORD`, and `SPARE`. On the right side of the map, there's a vertical strip with the labels: `8`, `4 Bde`, `5 Bde`, `6 Bde`, and `LCA`, with the text `C Coy` running alongside the "Bde" boxes.

Moving on, I'll transcribe the numbered paragraphs:
1.  `DMA will move to area shown above commencing PM 19 Sep 44. It is estimated move will be completed by 201200A.`
2.  `Sups will be drawn in respective RCASC Coy locations in new area 211500A, and <u>until</u> then from fwd sup P as already notified.`
3.  `Amn and pet will be available in new area from 201500A.`

Next is the signature block: `R B MacNeill`, `(R B MacNeill) Maj`, `DAQMG`, `for AA & QMG - 2 Cdn Inf Div`.

Finally, the distribution list: `<u>DISTRIBUTION:-</u>`, `List 'D' plus`, `'Q' 2 Cdn Corps Rear`, `'Q' (Moves) 2 Cdn Corps Main`.

The underlining on the words "until" and "DISTRIBUTION:-" is noted for the final transcription.
Everything is transcribed as accurately as the original document. Now, let's get this transcribed and formatted.
 
</think>

[Handwritten note at top left]
Baly Hughes

2 CDN INF DIV DMA

[Stamped and typed text in top right corner]
SECRET
2LS/10-2
HQ 2 Cdn Inf Div
17 Sep 44

[Handwritten signature in top right corner]
J. Lee
191530A
[flourish]

Ref Map:- KEILDRECHT - ANTWERP
Sheets 23 and 33, 1/50000

[Hand-drawn map with the following text elements:]

[Crosshair with '63' at top and '91' at right]

[Main map area]
[Box in top left of area] HQ DMA
[Large area below HQ DMA] RCASC
[Area to the right of RCASC] RCEME
[Area below RCASC and RCEME] MEDS
[Area to the right of RCEME] SPARE
[Area below RCEME and SPARE] ORD
[Vertical strip on the far right of the map, divided into sections from top to bottom:]
8
4 Bde
5 Bde
6 Bde
LCA
[Text written vertically alongside the Bde boxes:] C Coy

[Crosshair with '67' at bottom and '87' at right]

1 DMA will move to area shown above commencing PM 19 Sep 44.
It is estimated move will be completed by 201200A.

2 Sups will be drawn in respective RCASC Coy locations in new
area 211500A, and <u>until</u> then from fwd sup P as already notified.

3 Amn and pet will be available in new area from 201500A.

[Signature block, bottom right]
[Handwritten signature] R B MacNeill
(R B MacNeill) Maj
DAQMG
for AA & QMG - 2 Cdn Inf Div

DISTRIBUTION:-
<u></u>
List 'D' plus
'Q' 2 Cdn Corps Rear
'Q' (Moves) 2 Cdn Corps Main

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2

(B) NOTES (Contd)

4. Recce Parties

(a) Normal unit recce parties will proceed independently to clear bde SP by 180600A hrs.

(b) Vehs will be kept to a minimum.

(c) Rations for the day are required.

(d) Route as per route card.

(e) Inf bns, 5 Cdn Fd Regt, 18 Cdn Fd Amb recce parties will contact their COs at the CHATEAU 744929 on arrival for areas etc. Remaining sp arms will have areas and tasks allotted by a member of the Bde Staff at the a/m RV.

(f) Unit recce parties will pick up colns at Dis P during late afternoon. An LO from this HQ will be sent fwd to CHATEAU to indicate approx time of arrival.

5. Inf Bns will incl in their colns 2 - 40 MM LAA guns which will report to unit areas this evening.

6. H Hr for move 0600A - 18 Sep 44.

7. Message GO-3 of 161400B is CANCELLED.

3/

OC Calg Highrs.

Route cards NOT yet available when
this des left. Follow same route as detailed
yesterday - move of RHC adhered by GOC
fCan Inf Div

RG Slater
maj

## Page 19 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this transcription. I've got a scanned image of a WWII Canadian Army war diary page – specifically, it seems to be a map or diagram, not a standard table, so the approach will be different. The instructions are clear: transcribe *everything* exactly as it appears. No corrections, no interpretations, just the raw text.

First, I need to tackle that title block in the top right corner. It looks like it has been annotated with a pink or purple pencil, which is interesting. Then, there's a bunch of labels and grid references associated with the map itself. I'll need to work systematically, going through the image carefully to capture every single detail. I'll maintain some semblance of the layout, but mostly it's about getting the text down correctly.

Here’s how I see this:

Top Right Corner:
CH
"SECRET"
SUPPLEMENT TO
2CDN INF DIV
TRACE of REPORT LINES
26 SEPT 44
1:100 000
SHEET 3
wff

Map Labels:
ROGERS
FIELD
PANSY
BENNY
PEARL
VIOLET
LILLY
DIAMOND
ROSE
RUBY
DAISY
TONY
GEORGE

Grid References:
80 + 16
73 + 07
90 + 07

That should cover everything. Now, let’s format this for the final output, keeping it clean and readable. The formatting has been completed.
 
</think>

CH
"SECRET"
SUPPLEMENT TO
2CDN INF DIV
TRACE of REPORT LINES
26 SEPT 44
1:100 000
SHEET 3
wff

80
+ 16

73
+ 07

ROGERS
FIELD
BENNY

PANSY
PEARL
VIOLET
LILLY
DIAMOND
ROSE
DAISY
RUBY

TONY

90
+ 07

GEORGE

## Page 20 — gemini-2.5-pro

MESSAGE FORM

FROM. 5 Cdn Inf Bde 020720B

TO R H C R de Mais Calg Highrs

GO-2 CONFIDENTIAL (.) Weather forecast for tonight from 01220 hrs wind
southerly 4-7 mph at first becoming south south east 12-18 mph later (.)
Rare clouds at first continuous slight intermittent rain at night cloudy
NO low clouds at first 8-10/10 at 2000 - 3000 feet lowering to 1000 - 2000
feet occasionally VIS 4 - 8 miles deteriorating during rain to 1 - 2 miles
(.) outlook cloudy with continuous slight rain (.) all infm

If liable -- etc --

<br>
*W. Brown Lt.*

## Page 21 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Okay, here we go. My task is to transcribe this WWII Canadian Army war diary page. I need to be precise, taking down every word, even if there are errors in spelling, grammar, or abbreviations. I have to keep grid references and military shorthand as they are. I also need to get every header, stamp, handwritten note, and signature. Since it's a message form, not a diary table, I'll transcribe it as plain text.

The form starts with "MESSAGE FORM" at the top. The "FE" line has a black splotch, followed by "5 Cdn Inf Bde". There's a date/time group: "020700B". "TO" is "R H C R de Mais Calg Highrs".

The first paragraph begins "GO-1 SECRET...". I'll write down everything, including periods, grid references, and abbreviations like "hy" for "high". I will include the handwritten word "cancel" written above "LE LOHL" in the original text, however it's written.

The second paragraph starts with "ISUM to 010100B...". Here, I need to pay close attention to numbers and abbreviations. The crossed-out text looks like "XXXXXX". And I'll need to accurately transcribe the grid references and place names.

At the bottom, there's "If liable" and a handwritten signature "W Brown Lt. (.)". The instructions require that I transcribe everything, so that's what I'll do.
 
</think>

MESSAGE FORM
FE [black splotch] 5 Cdn Inf Bde
020700B
TO R H C R de Mais Calg Highrs

GO-1 SECRET (.) extracts from FIRST CDN ARMY ops summary period to 302400B
(.) 8 US CORPS attack on BREST continues against very hy resistance (.)
approx str of german garrison 13000 (.) 12 US CORPS (.) firm in TROYES stif
opposition to EAST (.) 20 US CORPS (.) armour reached ST DIZIER T9408 and
BRIENNE T3399 (.) 7 US CORPS reach LAON (.) 5 US CORPS reached line LARGNY
S6383 SENLIS

## Page 22 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, here's the plan. I've got a WWII Canadian Army war diary page to transcribe, which is a message form, specifically "ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large)." My first step will be to identify the various sections and then transcribe them.

The header is where I'll begin. In the top-left corner, there's a faint, but essential, reference number: `C.C. 9533/63727P 490M (Pads of 100) 5/43 M.P. 16425/10750`. I'll do my best to render it accurately, given the poor quality. Then, I'll transcribe the form title: `ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large) MESSAGE FORM`, followed by the Register Number, which is `2`. The columns: `Srl. No.`, `Priority`, and `Transmission Instructions` will be left blank. Also, I must include the line `ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY.`

Next, the "FROM" section. This contains the sender's details. It reads `FROM (A)` and that the Originator is `5 Cdn Inf Bde`. The message is marked `For Action.` and the `Date-Time of Origin` is `050800B`.

Then, the "TO" section will be addressed: `TO R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS`. It says `(W) For Information (INFO)`, and there's a checkmark above `CALG HIGHRS`, but since it is non-textual I will ignore it.

The "Office-Date Stamp" section is next. I will note the circular stamp's details. It contains the words `ARMY` at the top and `SIGNALS` at the bottom, and the inner text reads `CZ-244-E`.

The "Message Instructions" and "GR" sections are empty and will be skipped.

Then, I'll move on to the core: the message body. The `Originator's No.` is blank. The message itself starts with `GO 2 SECRET(.) ISUM NO 45 infm to 042100B(.) identification HQ coy_`. I'll then transcribe the rest of the text, including all abbreviations, which include `ISUM` for Intelligence Summary, `OST bn` for Ost Battalion, and `FLAK ABT` for Flak Abteilung. I will be very careful with numbers and grid references. The message continues through various units and enemy positions, as well as Prisoner of War information.

Finally, the footer section. I'll include the sentence `This message may be sent AS WRITTEN by any means except` followed by the handwritten signature `[illegible signature]` and the instruction `WIRELESS.` The instruction `Stoned.` is likely a typo for `Signed`, but it's important to transcribe it verbatim. There's also `If liable to be intercepted or to fall into enemy hands this message must be sent IN CIPHER.` Then there is an empty `Signed.` line. And the final details I will add are: `Originator's Instructions. Degree of Priority.` which is blank, and the `Time` and `System Op.` columns which are also empty.

Before submitting, I'll carefully review everything. I'll pay close attention to the faint text, the signature, and any abbreviations or codes, and grid references. The output will be a single text block representing the full message form.
 
</think>

C.C. 9533/63727P 490M (Pads of 100) 5/43 M.P. 16425/10750

ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large) MESSAGE FORM Register No. 2

Srl. No. | Priority | Transmission Instructions
---|---|---
| |

ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY.

FROM (A) | Originator | Date-Time of Origin. | Office-Date Stamp
---|---|---|---
| 5 Cdn Inf Bde | 050800B | [Stamp: ARMY CZ-244-E SIGNALS]
| For Action. | |

TO R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS | Message Instructions | GR
---|---|---
(W) For Information (INFO) | |

Originator's No.

GO 2 SECRET(.) ISUM NO 45 infm to 042100B(.) identification HQ coy_
630 OST bn (.) 5 tps 276 FLAK ABT(.) 2 tp 984 FLAK ABT(.) 1 coy 272
FUS Bn 272 inf div(.) 245 fd ERSATZ Bn 245 inf div(.) all stragglers(.)
PWS state 630 OST bn att 744 gr 711 inf div and 245 fd ERSATZ bn att
935 GR 245 inf div(.) recce reports few enemy encountered in triangle
area LE CRIEL 4176 - ST SAENS 3559 - DIEPPE 2268 with exception of
occasional stragglers in woods(.) suspected fly bomb sites reported
along R VIENNE sgs 1557 - 1556 - 1555 and in wood sq 1655(.) total
PW through div cage 031800 - 041800B 2 offrs 75 ORs (.) all infm

This message may be sent AS WRITTEN by any means except | If liable to be intercepted or to fall into enemy hands this message must be sent IN CIPHER. | Originator's Instructions. Degree of Priority. | Time | System Op.
---|---|---|---|---
[illegible signature] WIRELESS. | | | THI or TOR |
Stoned. | Signed. | | Time Cleared |

## Page 23 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Okay, here's the plan. I need to transcribe this Canadian WWII war diary page. It's a typed message, not a standard table, so that dictates the format. First, I'll carefully examine the document, noting the layout and any handwritten elements. The header, "FROM" and "TO" lines, are critical, so I'll scrutinize them. Then, I will transcribe the header, checking for any ambiguity in the abbreviations and unit designations. The OCR is a starting point, but I'll need to confirm everything by cross-referencing against the high-res crops and my knowledge of military terminology and abbreviations. The "TO" line seems to be the most critical for accuracy, and I'll need to translate any potential OCR errors back to the correct units. I will transcribe every word exactly as it appears, preserving all punctuation, abbreviations, and grid references. This means run-on words, strikethroughs, and any other formatting oddities need to be reproduced faithfully. I will take line breaks into account and reproduce them. Any handwritten notes, including signatures and margin notes, will also be transcribed. Finally, I will conduct a thorough review, comparing my transcription against the original image to verify accuracy, paying close attention to the “TO” line and the body of the message.
The final output will be a single text block, preserving line breaks where they seem intentional. The final step is to carefully review my transcription, ensuring everything is captured correctly.
 
</think>

FROM: 5 CDN INF BDE

TO: RHC R DE MAIS CALG HIGHR3,5 CDN FD R, C SQ 8 RECCE, "A" COY- TOR SCOTS

? GO 7 SECRET (.) sitrep based on infm received up to 100600B (.) 1 POL armd div still encountering strong enemy resistance (.) 4 CDN armd div (.) fighting still continues for brhead area 8794-8793 (.) 3 CDN inf div (.) Reg Rifle Regt broke through to the sea at WISSANT 7371 (.) US army (.) 12 and 20 US corps on R MOSELLE from excl NANCY U81 to excl THIONVILLE U88 (.) elts of 5 US div across river at U7849 3W of METZ against hy resistance (.) 7 US armd div elts across at U7852 (.) 15 US corps moving on right flank to area Y52 3E of TROYES (.) 7 US corps cleared LIEGE K42 and elts reached K5332 (.) 2 BRIT army (.) GUARDS armd div gained brhead over ALBERT CANAL area K1881 (.) 11 armd divrepulsed in attemptto drive NORTH from ANTWERP (.) 2 CDN inf div (.) 4 CDN inf bde (.) at 1000 hrs two coys R REGT C entered BLANKENBERGHE 7911 clear of enemy (.) RHLI took up coy posns cutting the main EAST rds leading out of OSTEND (.) ESSEX SCOT occupy OSTEND with one coy in 6101 and patrols WEST on main rd to NORTH and SOUTH rd sq 5296 (.) 5 CDN inf bde (.) <s>area Xrds 2176</s> and R DE MAIS area BOURBOURGVILLE 1175 shelled during night believed from DUNKERQUE (.) CALG HIGHRS occupied LOON-PLAGE 1380 NTR (.) 6 CDN inf bde (.) CAMERONS OF C occupied LA PANNE 3990 patrols to 385899 discovered and destroyed enemy coastal gun (.) FUS MR astride main rd running thru sqs 4088 and 4087 (.) 3 SASK R occupy NIEUPORT 5192 with one coy NIEUPORT-BAINS 4995 (.) patrols discoveredfairly hy enemy posn 4794 incl guns MMGs and inf (.) 3 SASK R patrols out the main rd at Xrds 459985 and Xrds 465915 (.) TOR SCOT (MG) with three MMG coys relieving 7 CDN RECCE REGT 101200B GRAVELINES 0680 (.) all infm

If liable [Signature]
-- -- IN CYPHER H Fontaine Lt.

## Page 24 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this transcription. I've got a scanned page here – a Canadian Army war diary "MESSAGE FORM" from WWII. My goal is an exact replica, down to every stray mark.  It's a "MESSAGE FORM," which means it's not a standard table, so I’ll need to capture the layout as well.

First, I need to copy the header information. The top left corner is tough to read, but it seems to say `9533/63727P 490M (Pads of 50) 5/43 MP 718920`. Then, I have the standard form stuff: `ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large)`, `MESSAGE FORM`, and `Register No. 13`.

Next up, the "Signals Use Only" section. I'll need to include all the column headers: `Cell`, `Srl. No.`, `Priority`, and `Transmission Instructions`. Under that,  `ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY.`.

Moving on to the "From/To" section. Here's what I have: `FROM (A)`: `5 CDN INF BDE`.  `Originator`: which is blank. The next section is `For Action.`.  Then, the `Date-Time of Origin`, with `1615B`, `12xxxxxx`, and `xx1211B`. Those 'x's are a bit mysterious, but I'll leave them as they appear. The `Office Date Stamp` is a circular stamp. It says "ARMY" at the top, "SIGNALS" at the bottom, and in the middle,  `CZ/12/XI/E-`. I'll transcribe it as accurately as possible. The `TO` field is  `R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS 5 CDN FD REGT`. Finally, there are blanks for `(W) For Information (INFO)`, `Message Instructions`, and `GR`.

Now for the main event: the message body! This is where the bulk of the content lies.  First,  `Originator's No` is blank. The message text starts:  `GO 2 SECRET(.) SITREP based on infm to 111600B(.)`. I need to capture every detail. I will follow the layout, including all abbreviations, punctuation, and grid references. The message is broken into two main paragraphs, one starting with `GO 2 SECRET(.)`, the other beginning with `Excerpts from SITREP 2 CDN INF DIV...`.

Lastly, the footer section. Here's what it looks like:  `This message may be sent AS WRITTEN by any means except WIRELESS.` Right above the printed instruction: `into enemy hands this message must be sent IN CIPHER.` Then there are lines for `Originator's Signature, Rank, and Appt.`, `Degree of Priority.`, `Time`, `System Op.`, `THI or TOR`, `Time Cleared`, and `Signed.`.

I also see a handwritten annotation over the typed text that reads: `brhead hoped to be effected bre to fall div(.)`.  It is crucial that I include this, as it is written directly on the page.

Time to start transcribing!
 
</think>

9533/63727P 490M (Pads of 50) 5/43 MP 718920
ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large)
MESSAGE FORM
Register No. 13
Cell
Srl. No.
Priority
Transmission Instructions
ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY.
FROM
(A)
5 CDN INF BDE
Originator
For Action.
Date-Time of Origin.
1615B
12xxxxxx
xx1211B
Office Date Stamp
[Stamp: circular] ARMY / CZ/12/XI/E- / SIGNALS
TO
R H C R DE MAIS CAL

## Page 25 — gemini-2.5-pro

ARMY FORM C2136 (Small)
40/P&S/2433(5945)(Pads of 100)

MESSAGE FORM

Call | Srl No. | Priority | Transmission Instructions | Register No.
(55/R.)

ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY

FROM (A)
Originator
5 CDN INF BDE

For Action

TO
R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS
(W) For Information (INFO)

Date—Time of Origin
192015A

OFFICE DATE STAMP
[STAMP: Circular stamp with "ARMY" at the top, "SIGNALS" at the bottom, and "CZ 19 XI 44 E-" in the center.]

Message Instructions | GR

Originator's No.

OO 5 SECRET(.) one(.) intercorps bdy 2 CDN CORPS - 12 CORPS effective
201000A(.) rd from rd junc 884983 - BLIJOT 8694 thence line of wood to
canal junc 957934 thence line of ROTTUMMER and canal to pt 792877 all
incl 2 CDN CORPS thence line of rd to br 788868 thence river to br 781861
thence rd to DUF ST 7382 all excl2 CDN CORP (.) two(.) 2 CDN CORPS to have
running rights on rd 788867 to Xrds 785861 to rd and rly crossing 788870(.)
three(.) 2 CDN INF DIV assumes responsibility of sector up to above bdy at
201000A(.)

This Message may be sent AS WRITTEN
BY ANY MEANS EXCEPT { WIRELESS .................... }

IF LIABLE TO BE INTERCEPTED OR TO
FALL INTO ENEMY HANDS, THIS
MESSAGE MUST BE SENT IN CIPHER

ORIGINATOR'S INSTRUCTIONS
DEGREE OF PRIORITY

System | Op
201000A(.)

THI or TOR

Time cleared

SIGNED

SIGNED
A M de Salaberry
Capt

## Page 26 — gemini-2.5-pro

<think>
Alright, here's the deal. I've got a WWII Canadian Army war diary page to transcribe. This is going to be meticulous work, no room for interpretation.

First things first, I need to stick to the rules. Every single word, as it is, no corrections. Punctuation, abbreviations, grid references, the whole nine yards. If it's a table, I'll format it with HTML. Blank spaces? They become "[BLANK]".

Now, let's look at this image. It's a message form, not your standard war diary format. It's typed, probably from the field. "MESSAGE FORM" is at the top. I see a "FROM" and a "TO" line. The body looks like a single block of text – probably a military intelligence summary. Then a footer with "- - - - - IN CIPHER" which means it's likely top secret, or at least highly classified. And, of course, a stamp and a handwritten number.

The plan is straightforward. I'll start at the top and work my way down, line by line. Header, the "FROM" line, then the "TO" line, making sure to list all the recipients. After that, I'll transcribe the main body of the message, word for word, paying very close attention to all the abbreviations, numbers, and grid references. The "(.)" for periods? That stays. Finally, I'll transcribe the footer, the stamp (as best I can) and the handwritten number.

Alright, let's get into the nitty-gritty. This is where it gets interesting, and it's all about the details.
*   "MESSAGE FORM" - The message form.
*   "FIREX" and "212345A". Okay, so there's that.
*   "FROM 5 CDN INF BDE" - Got it.
*   "TO": This is going to take a bit, a few different recipients.
    *   "R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS S CIN FD REGT"
    *   "20 CDN Atk BTY 17 CDN LAA BTY"
    *   "1 PL A COY TOR SCOTS 18 CDN FD AMB" - Check.
*   Main Body Transcription: This is where it gets dense, and I can start understanding the message.
    *   "OO V SECRET (.) ISUM no 57 (.) infm to211530A (.) identifications (.)"
    *   "1 coy 484 BLANDES SCHUETZEN BN 810830A at 627936 PW (.) one pl of Pws"
    *   "coy in posn 827936 str thirty to forty (.) remainder of coy situated"
    *   "in FM 830947 (.) PW believes two or three coys now in SANTHOVEN 8595"
    *   "arriving 4 sep from LILLO (.) PWs state normal org of bn is six coys"
    *   "each of three pls(.) coy str approx 200 (.) believes only four coys"
    *   "at present this area and orders for withdrawal expected any time since"
    *   "warning order received 19 sep (.) PW 41 years old states all personnel"
    *   "incl offrs and NCOs over 40 (.) many of low category and none with"
    *   "battle experience to date (.) weapons normal inf but do NOT incl"
    *   "PZ FAUST or mortars (.) KGP SCHILLING night 20/21 sep 690998 (.)"
    *   "formed part of fighting patrol 80 strong incl two officers (.) task"
    *   "was to push back our adv elements over canal (.) KGP SCHILLING believed"
    *   "bn str composed four coys incl former personnel 559 GR 331 inf divand"
    *   "149 FD ERSATZ BN 49 inf div (.) comd MAJ SCHILLING may be responsible"
    *   "sector MARIAM 6998 to SCHOOTER 7499 (.) three coys up one in res (.)"
    *   "present orders this bn to hold as long as possible (.) digging in"
    *   "wood 782961 (.) now at 795953 sentries patrol canal banks at all times"
    *   "(.) LMGs reported at 805948 808947 809946 (.) br 809985 partially"
    *   "demolished (.) civs report Hq at CAPELLEN 6907 (.) requirement (.)"
    *   "for effective counter bty an intermittent shelling complete shellrep"
    *   "must be submitted when ever shelling occurs (.) all infm". - Done!
*   Footer:
    *   "if liable - - - - - - - - - -"
    *   "- - - - - IN CIPHER" - The end of the message.
*   Stamp and Handwritten Note: The faint circular stamp with "ARMY SIGNALS", and the handwritten "32" beside it.

Alright, now the final check. Did I get everything? All the text, the format, the abbreviations, the grid references, and everything else? I think so. It's all there, transcribed exactly as it was. Good to go!
 
</think>

MESSAGE FORM

FIREX 212345A

FROM 5 CDN INF BDE

TO
R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS S CIN FD REGT
20 CDN Atk BTY 17 CDN LAA BTY
1 PL A COY TOR SCOTS 18 CDN FD AMB

OO V SECRET (.) ISUM no 57 (.) infm to211530A (.) identifications (.)
1 coy 484 BLANDES SCHUETZEN BN 810830A at 627936 PW (.) one pl of Pws
coy in posn 827936 str thirty to forty (.) remainder of coy situated
in FM 830947 (.) PW believes two or three coys now in SANTHOVEN 8595
arriving 4 sep from LILLO (.) PWs state normal org of bn is six coys
each of three pls(.) coy str approx 200 (.) believes only four coys
at present this area and orders for withdrawal expected any time since
warning order received 19 sep (.) PW 41 years old states all personnel
incl offrs and NCOs over 40 (.) many of low category and none with
battle experience to date (.) weapons normal inf but do NOT incl
PZ FAUST or mortars (.) KGP SCHILLING night 20/21 sep 690998 (.)
formed part of fighting patrol 80 strong incl two officers (.) task
was to push back our adv elements over canal (.) KGP SCHILLING believed
bn str composed four coys incl former personnel 559 GR 331 inf divand
149 FD ERSATZ BN 49 inf div (.) comd MAJ SCHILLING may be responsible
sector MARIAM 6998 to SCHOOTER 7499 (.) three coys up one in res (.)
present orders this bn to hold as long as possible (.) digging in
wood 782961 (.) now at 795953 sentries patrol canal banks at all times
(.) LMGs reported at 805948 808947 809946 (.) br 809985 partially
demolished (.) civs report Hq at CAPELLEN 6907 (.) requirement (.)
for effective counter bty an intermittent shelling complete shellrep
must be submitted when ever shelling occurs (.) all infm

if liable - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - IN CIPHER

[STAMP: ARMY SIGNALS] 32

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<think>
Right, time to get to work. I have a single-page document to transcribe, a "PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE C-in-C" from 21 ARMY GROUP. It's not a standard war diary format, so I'll need to treat it as a block of text. This requires careful attention to detail.

My process will be methodical. First, I'll transcribe the handwritten note "Appendix 8" at the top left. Then the "21 ARMY GROUP" header. Next, I'll tackle the top right corner: the handwritten "Appy 8" and the rather complex stamp, which will require careful description. I'll represent the stamp as best I can, noting the purple ink and handwritten additions.

After that, I'll transcribe the title, "PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE C-in-C" and subtitle. Then comes the body of the message, which will be the bulk of the work, transcribing each paragraph, paying close attention to quoted sections. The guillemets (« ») are critical here, as the OCR used the wrong characters.

The signature block is next, including the handwritten signature, the typed title, the handwritten "C-in-C 21 Army Group.", and the flourish. Finally, I'll transcribe the location and date at the bottom left.

I'll double-check everything meticulously against the original image for spelling, abbreviations, punctuation – all of it. This requires precision. This is a primary source, after all. This is the heart of it all.
 
</think>

[Handwritten in top left corner:]
Appendix
8

[In top right corner:]
[Handwritten:] Appy 8
[Stamped in purple ink:] SECRET
[Stamped in purple ink:] Appendix [Handwritten:] 192
[Stamped in purple ink:] [Handwritten:] 8
[Stamped in purple ink, illegible]

21 ARMY GROUP

PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE C-in-C
(TO BE READ TO ALL TROOPS)

1. I want today, 17 September, to speak to all soldiers in the Group of Armies under my command.

2. What a change has come over the scene since I last spoke to you on 21 August. Then we were moving up towards the SEINE, having inflicted a decisive defeat on the German armies in Normandy. Today the SEINE is far behind us; the Allies have removed the enemy from practically the whole of France and Belgium, except in a few places, and we stand at the door of Germany.
And by the terrific energy of your advance northwards from the Seine, you brought quick relief to our families and loved ones in England — by occupying the launching sites of the flying bombs.
We have advanced a great way in a short time, and we have accomplished much. The total of prisoners captured is now nearly 400,000; and there are many more to be collected from those ports in Britany and in the Pas de Calais that are still holding out.
The enemy has suffered immense losses in men and material; it is becoming problematical how much longer he can continue the struggle.

3. Such a historic march of events can seldom have taken place in history in such a short space of time.
You have every reason to be very proud of what you have done.
Let us say to each other :
« This was the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes ».

4. And now the Allies are closing in on Nazi Germany from the east, from the south, and from the west; her satellite powers have thrown the towel into the ring — they have had enough of the Nazis, and they now fight on our side. Our American Allies are fighting on German soil in many places; very soon we shall all be there.

5. The Nazi leaders have ordered the people to defend Germany to the last and to dispute every inch of ground; this is a very natural order, and we would do the same ourselves in a similar situation.
But the mere issuing of orders is quite useless; you require good men and true to carry them out.
The great mass of the German people know that their situation is already hopeless, and they will think more clearly on this subject as we advance deeper into their country; they have little wish to continue the struggle.

6. Whatever orders are issued in Germany, and whatever action is taken on them, no human endeavours can now prevent the complete and utter defeat of the armed forces of Germany; their fate is certain, and their defeat will be absolute.
The triumphant cry now is
« Forward into Germany ».

7. Good luck to you all, and good hunting in Germany.

[Handwritten signature:] B. L. Montgomery
Field - Marshal
[Handwritten:] C-in-C 21 Army Group.
[Handwritten line underneath]

Belgium
17 Sept. 1944.

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<think>
Alright, time to get to work on this regimental journal cover. First things first, I'll transcribe everything systematically, starting from the top left and working down. I see "The" and then the regimental crest, which I'll mentally note the presence of but not transcribe as text, as per the instructions. Next is "REGIMENTAL JOURNAL." The title "THE GLEN" is next, stylized with a tartan pattern - just text, so I'll transcribe that. There's a handwritten note "App 9" next to it and a "9" on the left side - I'll get those.

Then, below that title, I'll transcribe "THE CALGARY HIGHLANDERS - C.A." and the line below it: "Allied with The ARGYLL AND SUTHERLAND HIGHLANDERS (Princess Louise's)." The volume and number are on the left: "VOL VI" and "NO IV." I'll get the handwritten date in the middle, "Aug - Sept" and "1944." There's a cartoon drawing, which I'll ignore as instructed, and a signature "Pat" that I will include.

Finally, there's a purple stamp at the bottom right. The top line is unreadable, but I can make out "19 SEP 1944" on the next line and "SEP 1944" on the third. Let me double-check the crop – yes, "19 SEP 1944" and "SEP 1944" is what I see. Okay, time to bring it all together, keeping the layout in mind. No tables needed; just a block of text, preserving the order and positions. I will double-check everything for accuracy. Perfect.
 
</think>

The REGIMENTAL JOURNAL
[Handwritten] 9
THE GLEN
[Handwritten] App 9
THE CALGARY HIGHLANDERS - C.A.
Allied with The ARGYLL AND SUTHERLAND HIGHLANDERS (Princess Louise's)

VOL VI
NO IV

[Handwritten] Aug - Sept
[Handwritten] 1944

[Artist's signature on drawing] Pat

[Purple stamp]
[Illegible]
19 SEP 1944
SEP 1944
[/Purple stamp]

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<think>
[Stamp: C.O.S]

ADDRESS

This is the first opportunity to<br>
speak to all of you, Officers, Non-comm-<br>
issionsd Officers, and Men since we left<br>
England. We have moved far and fast since<br>
that day, and conditions of which you are<br>
fully aware as I am, have made it unwise<br>
to have you together in a small compact<br>
group so that I could speak to you. I<br>
have talked to many of you individually<br>
at odd times, now I want to expross a few<br>
of my thoughts to all of you through the<br>
modium of the "GLEN".

It is a much more "grown up" battalion<br>
nowy after the experiences in has been<br>
through in these last months, and although<br>
in my opisien it was a first class Unit<br>
then, I think it is even a better Unit now.<br>
There has been many changes in the Unit and<br>
we have been joined by many new men, but one<br>
of the things which has pleased me so much<br>
is titoyda spite of the new men who have<br>
joinouns from ae many other Units and dif-<br>
ferent places, there is no question that it<br>
is still The Calgary Highlanders.

Your price in yourgolyes individually<br>
and as a Battalion is ocrtainly justified<br>
by ysur docompris agrite. It is too early<br>
yot to takehrston much cotail about those<br>
accompilhecates and mayny spourity regul-<br>
ations would notepormit. There will be<br>
yhan the job is thor-oughly-oompilatod,<br>
but this much I can say,<br>
that I have always felt an unbounded pride<br>
in the Fantailon, but the<br>
upcomplishments beth by the Unit and by individuals in it<br>
beggars my poor pewers to demoribe. In<br>
many cases, - and of this I am very sure, -<br>
our successas Lave roculted, not caly from<br>
military atratogy, human logic, individua<br>
gallantry and bewvary, and collective<br>
unity of effort, but something infinitely<br>
stronger than all these - the Grace of God.

You have unflinchingly MET the most exact-ing demands that have been made on you.<br>
You have amestown a pouage and

cheerfulness, a pride in yourselves, in<br>
your coutry, and an unconquerable determination successfully to<br>
axooute any task,- and you have done it<br>
time and time again.

Most of our path has been far from<br>
easy and I do not expoot the balance of it<br>
to be any easier. We have made great stri-<br>
des along that path and I am completely<br>
confident that having overcome the obst-los you have, nåthing, in fact can rest-<br>
rain you,- and the distanco is vastly shor-ter than when we started.

Of this too, I am sure. When the re-<br>
schievements is read, it will<br>
compard favourably with your pradocessors.<br>
It will give you a rating with uny time<br>
and will most completely justify<br>
your faith and pride in yourselves and the<br>
hopes and expectations of relatives,<br>
friends and supporters at home. I consider<br>
you trusly worthy successors, to the "Fight-<br>
ing Tenth" 10th Bn. C.E.F.) (the last War)<br>
the Unit which you porpetuato. You are<br>
nobay and, heroically fulfilling the obli-gations of your sarviog, and the bursting<br>
priệc which I feel in you will be shared by the countnge you reprogenbed.

As far as the honour which was recent-<br>
ly arardod no áp concerned, 200k upon<br>
that as physical evidence of the recogn-<br>
ition of the magnificent performance you<br>
have gorsistently givon, and as such, shall<br>
wear with the greatest prids.

On your behalf I wish to thank all the<br>
supporting amrs gå all branches of the ser-<br>
vice that have from sims to tinc so ably<br>
baon magnifigent. Their help has<br>
been appre-ciative.

My nost sincera congratulations for all you have accomplished. We will cont-<br>
qual porognoz nce until the finel<br>
suocessful culmination of our efforts.<br>
For that future time good luck to you all,<br>
Officers, Non-boniasioned Officers, and<br>
Men, and may God continue to grant us his<br>
support in the future as he has done in<br>
the past.

"THE OLD MAN"
 
</think>

[Stamp: C.O.S]<br>
<br>
ADDRESS<br>
<br>
This is the first opportunity to<br>
speak to all of you, Officers, Non-comm-<br>
issioned Officers, and Men since we left<br>
England. We have moved far and fast since<br>
that day, and conditions of which you are<br>
fully aware as I am, have made it unwise<br>
to have you together in a small compact<br>
group so that I could speak to you. I<br>
have talked to many of you individually<br>
at odd times, now I want to express a few<br>
of my thoughts to all of you through the

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<think>
Alright, here we go. I've got a fascinating document here: a page from what looks like a WWII Canadian Army newsletter or war diary. My task is to transcribe it exactly, capturing all the nuances, including the inevitable wartime typos and the informal tone. I'll read it carefully, making sure to capture every detail.

<br>THEM HE WROTE HOME<br>
<p>EDITORS NOTE; Jack Lea, who formerly wrote the series "Then He Wrote Home" is out of the Battalion at the present due to wounds recieved in battle. We understand his wounds have healed, but it is doubtful wheather Jack will return. In the mean-time at least an effort is being made to carry on in Jack's pla00.</p>
<p>TO THE FOLKS AT HOME - Being as I am in France and am very busy digging slit tre-nches, and other necessary actions, I have-n't had much time to write. Every time I got ready to write we would have to move or Jerry would lob over a few 88's or Moaning Minnies.</p>
<p>Thes Moaning Minniesare quite the Thing. Back on the farm we had a lot of funny noises, but nothing quite like these Minnies. You hear them once and you never forget them. A fellow can't come right out and explain them, but the name just about fits them. I've been thinking of taking one back to the homestead for post war reasons. Then when the tax and bill collectors come around I can set it off and watch them dig in on some one else's quart.</p>
<p>These Jerry's are quite the lads when it comes to 88's and Minnies, but got them alone and they aren't so hot. One day our A/L/Cpl was out scouting for a P38, travell-ing light he has a sten and mags. He's looking into a Jerry trench when "Whiz" a sniper makes a pass at him. Our A/L/Cpl jumps into the trench and lets go a full mag, he's putting on the second one when four Square Heads came out with their hands in the air shouting "KAMARAD". Our A/L/Cpl looks them over for one of the great P38s and almost sent them back when he found they didn't have any. However he put one of the Jerry's who could parley a little English in charge and sent them back to Coy. H.Q. They went happily off across the field and our A/L/Cpl proceeds on his way looking for a P38.</p>
<p>I haven't been hearing from you much lately. But I guess that is on account of you not writing as often as you did when you used to write often. My girl friend has slipped too. Maybe it's be-cause she is playing around with one of those big dough guys back there. Them maybe she got to hearing about me mixing it a little with some of the English femmes back in England. However you can let her know it was only casual stuff on my part, I can't help it if they insist on taking me out can I ? Over here a guy is too busy digging holes and looking for cider to bother with girl friends. You might ease a hint her way that I might be running a bit short on smokes. We only got a small issue from the good old Army, but the poor wee French girls can hardly get any.</p>
<p>A lot of the fellowsare sort of lost because there aren't any pubs with good Beer like there was in England. Instead the people have their own private cider still in their homes. Some of the cider is pretty rough stuff, but I would rather drink it than the water we get here. Some big nob has got the idea that lime kills germs, so they up and sling in shovels full. If it wasn't for the cider we would sure be in a bad way. I think there must be a lime issue in place of blanco these days. A couple of the boys were knocked out on the water and if it hadn't been for the cider bringing them round it's hard to say where he would be to-day.</p>
<p>Remember me telling you about the Duke making stuff in his still and how the butler used to clean the sink with it ? Well they have some stuff over here with a fancy French name that makes the Duke's brew taste like rain water. Some of the boys were spiked their cider with it, but it soon had them spiked colder than a High River blonde. Next morning the M.O. said they would be O.K. when their stomack had relined. We used it in our lighters and it worked fine until it started eating the cases away.</p>
<p>I had aletter from the butler the other day. He said the Duke would have written too only he lost his pen to the butler in a crap game.</p>
<p>Well I must away to my hole, I hear some moaning. At first I thought it was one of the cider drinkers, but it's Minny alright.</p>
<br>Your gift to humanity -<br>
<br>PTE TUMBLEWEED.
 
</think>

THEM HE<br>
WROTE HOME

<p>
EDITORS NOTE; Jack Lea, who formerly wrote
the series "Then He Wrote Home" is out of
the Battalion at the present due to wounds
recieved in battle. We understand his
wounds have healed, but it is doubtful
wheather Jack will return. In the mean-
time at least an effort is being made to
carry on in Jack's pla00.
</p><p>
TO THE FOLKS AT HOME - Being as I am in
France and am very busy digging slit tre-
nches, and other necessary actions, I have-
n't had much time to write. Every time I
got ready to write we would have to move
or Jerry would lob over a few 88's or
Moaning Minnies.
</p><p>
Thes Moaning Minniesare quite the
Thing. Back on the farm we had a lot of
funny noises, but nothing quite like these
Minnies. You hear them once and you never
forget them. A fellow can't come right
out and explain them, but the name just
about fits them. I've been thinking of
taking one back to the homestead for post
war reasons. Then when the tax and bill
collectors come around I can set it off
and watch them dig in on some one else's
quart.
</p><p>
These Jerry's are quite the lads when
it comes to 88's and Minnies, but got them
alone and they aren't so hot. One day our
A/L/Cpl was out scouting for a P38, travell-
ing light he has a sten and mags. He's
looking into a Jerry trench when "Whiz" a
sniper makes a pass at him. Our A/L/Cpl
jumps into the trench and lets go a full
mag, he's putting on the second one when
four Square Heads came out with their
hands in the air shouting "KAMARAD". Our
A/L/Cpl looks them over for one of the
great P38s and almost sent them back when
he found they didn't have any. However
he put one of the Jerry's who could parley
a little English in charge and sent them
back to Coy. H.Q. They went happily off
across the field and our A/L/Cpl proceeds
on his way looking for a P38.
</p><p>
I haven't been hearing from you much
lately. But I guess that is on account
of you not writing as often as you did
when you used to write often. My girl
friend has slipped too. Maybe it's be-
cause she is playing around with one
of those big dough guys back there. Them
maybe she got to hearing about me mixing
it a little with some of the English
femmes back in England. However you can
let her know it was only casual stuff on
my part, I can't help it if they insist
on taking me out can I ? Over here a guy
is too busy digging holes and looking for
cider to bother with girl friends. You
might ease a hint her way that I might be
running a bit short on smokes. We only
got a small issue from the good old Army,
but the poor wee French girls can hardly
get any.
</p><p>
A lot of the fellowsare sort of lost
because there aren't any pubs with good
Beer like there was in England. Instead
the people have their own private cider
still in their homes. Some of the cider
is pretty rough stuff, but I would rather
drink it than the water we get here. Some
big nob has got the idea that lime kills
germs, so they up and sling in shovels
full. If it wasn't for the cider we would
sure be in a bad way. I think there must
be a lime issue in place of blanco these
days. A couple of the boys were knocked
out on the water and if it hadn't been for
the cider bringing them round it's hard to
say where he would be to-day.
</p><p>
Remember me telling you about the
Duke making stuff in his still and how the
butler used to clean the sink with it ?
Well they have some stuff over here with
a fancy French name that makes the Duke's
brew taste like rain water. Some of the
boys were spiked their cider with it, but
it soon had them spiked colder than a
High River blonde. Next morning the M.O.
said they would be O.K. when their stomack
had relined. We used it in our lighters
and it worked fine until it started eating
the cases away.
</p><p>
I had aletter from the butler the
other day. He said the Duke would have
written too only he lost his pen to the
butler in a crap game.
</p><p>
Well I must away to my hole, I hear

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<think>
Okay, here's the plan. I need to transcribe this document, and the user is very specific about *how* they want it done. They want every single detail included, no corrections, no additions – the whole kit and caboodle. That means spelling, grammar, abbreviations, and even the layout must be copied exactly. I need to pay close attention to any handwritten notes, stamps, and anything else that's visible.

This isn't a typical war diary table. It's more of a newsletter style page with the title "10 GLEN". I'll start with the handwritten "10" at the top and work my way down, preserving the structure with line breaks where needed. I've got to be meticulous about the details.

1.  I'll start by transcribing the handwritten "10" in the top left corner.
2.  Next, I'll transcribe the header, which includes "GLEN", "ON ACTIVE SERVICE", "PUBLISHED AT "A" ECH.", and "MONDAY 4 SEPT. 44".
3.  Then, there's a handwritten "Appx 10" in the middle. I'll get that down too.
4.  After that, I'll transcribe "VOL 2 NO 6", and then the main title "Allied Troops Reported At Brussels".
5.  The main body of the text is divided into two columns, which I must preserve. I'll take the text from the left column first, starting with "FRANCE - BRITISH 2ND..." and paying close attention to any unusual spelling or line breaks.
6.  Then I'll tackle the right column, beginning with "ITALY - THE BRITISH 8TH ARMY...".
7.  Finally, there is a stamp in the lower right corner, including details like "War Diaries" and "SEP 4 1944". I'll have to transcribe that exactly as it appears.

I've checked the text and layout.

I'll format the output using a two-column HTML table to mirror the document's structure. This is the best approach to represent those columns, while staying true to the instructions. The two-column table is the semantic and visually faithful way to represent the data, while meeting all the user's requirements.
 
</think>

10 GLEN
<br><br>
ON ACTIVE SERVICE PUBLISHED AT "A" ECH.
<br>
MONDAY 4 SEPT. 44
<br><br>
<u>Appx 10</u>
<br><br>
VOL 2 NO 6
<br><br>
Allied Troops Reported
<br>
At Brussels
<br><br>
<table>
  <tr>
    <td style="vertical-align: top; padding-right: 2em;">
      FRANCE - BRITISH 2ND ARMOURED COLUMNS ARE DRIVING AHEAD AFTER CROSSING THE BELGIUM FRONTIER NOT FAR FROM LILLE.<br><br>
      ONE REPORT SAYS THAT BRITISH ARMOURER CARS HAVE REACHED BRUSSELS.<br><br>
      AMERICAN TROOPS ARE PUSHING FORWARD ON A 30 MILE FRONT PARALLEL TO THE BRITISH TRUST AND ARE REPORTED TO HAVE FREED MONS.<br><br>
      GENERAL PATTON'S SPEARHEAD, STILL OPERAT-ING IN SECURITY SILENCE ARE DRAWING IN TOWARDS THE GERMAN BORDER, THEY WERE LAST REPORTED NEAR NANCY AND METZ.<br><br>
      CANADIANS ON THE CHANNEL COAST HAVE OUT-FLANK ABBEVILLE.<br><br>
      AMERICAN AND FRENCH FORCES IN SOUTHERN FRANCE ARE REPORTED 35 MILES NORTHEAST OF LYONS.<br><br>
      THE WAR OFFICE HAS ANNOUNCED THE NAMES SOME UNITED KINGDOM TROOPS SERVING IN NORTHERN FRANCE; THEY ARE THE 23RD HUS-SARS AND A UNIT OF THE WORCESTERSHIRE REGT.
    </td>
    <td style="vertical-align: top;">
      ITALY - THE BRITISH 8TH ARMY ON THE ADRIATIC, ARE PUSHING INTO THE UNFORTIF-IED COUNTRY BEFORE RIMINI WITH THE PLAIN TOWARDS THE VALLEY OF THE PO AND NORTHERN ITALY BEFORE THEM.<br><br>
      RUSSIA - RUSSIA HAS AGREED WITH FIN-LAND THAT FIGHTING BETWEEN THE RED ARMY AND FINNISH TROOPS SHOULD STOP THIS MORNING.<br><br>
      RED ARMY FORCES IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE TRANSYLVANIAN ALPS HOLD A TOWN ONLY 15 MILES FROM THE HIGHEST PEAKS.<br><br>
      A SOVIET PUSH IS ALSO DEVELOPING TOWARDS YUGOSLAVIA.<br><br>
      PACIFIC - BOMBERS FROM THE SOUTH WEST PACIFIC WITH LIGHTINGS FROM AN UNNAMED BASE HAVE STRUCK A SECOND HEAVY BLOW AT JAPANESE AIRFIELDS AND HARBOURS AT DAVAO IN THE PHILIPPINES.<br><br>
      [Stamp]<br>
      War Diaries<br>
      Ser ................. 192<br>
      Appx ................ 10<br>
      SEP 4 1944<br>
      [/Stamp]<br><br>
      GENERAL - NO GERMAN AIR ACTIVITY WAS REPORTED OVER BRITAIN LAST NIGHT.
    </td>

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Appendix to War Diary
<br>mover

France and Belguim
<br>Sep 16-17-18 1944
<br>Enront from Loon Plage 1368 to Antwerp 685960 (centre)
<br>Lieut Col. Dr. Mac Lauchlan and Lieut N.S. Moore (I.O.)
<br>Also two static days in Borsbeek 782933 at 5 C.I.B. H.Q.

At 1345' hrs on the 16 day September 1944, Lieut Col Dr.
<br>Mac Lauchlan and the I.O. travelled to 5 C.I.B. main H.Q.
<br>at Looburghe 1671 sheet 39/28 where they met Lieut Col Frank
<br>Mitchell and his I.O. of the R.M.C. and Lieut Col Julien Bebeau and
<br>his I.O. of the Regement de Mais.

At 1400 hrs Major Slater, Bde. of 5 C.I.B. gave this party
<br>the officers route from Looburghe to Antwerp. Lieut Col Dr. Mac L-
<br>and the rest of the party were to motor by jeep to Antwerp to
<br>meet Brigadier A.J. Megill at 5 C.I.B. Tac H.Q. at Borsbeek 7893.
<br>by 1800 hrs.

Around 1415 hrs the advance party, headed by Lieut Col D.G. Mac L
<br>started on the long trip of approximatily 130 miles in length.
<br>The C.O. drove his own jeep because of one priius reason. His
<br>driver on many occassions has caused extra grey hairs to sprout
<br>forth - and all for no good reason. The driver's sense of balance
<br>and discretion is entirely lacking in every way and it was
<br>with a sije of relief that the I.O. rode along with the C.O. driving,
<br>and not the scattu brain driver, who had, on many occassions
<br>in the past nearly driven the I.O. crazy. One thing is certain
<br>at this juncture. There will very shortly be a new "Murray"
<br>jeep driver.

We passed through beautiful country enront and upon passing
<br>into Belguim, at Roosherghe, the party were stopped because of
<br>a flat tire on Lieut Col D.G. Mac L's jeep. During this short
<br>interim we partook of a luscious cold beer and a relief
<br>of feelings.

We followed "Trump" route until we reached Oost Capelle
<br>when our route changed to "Dranoutre" and then to "Heart". The
<br>route was very well marked throughout and map reading
<br>presented little difficultly until a little later, which will
<br>be explained as the diary propesses.
<br>*

delete (Such very lovely spots as Roulers, Thielt and Ghent,
<br>were passed through during the trip - and many spots
<br>of Canadian National interest were seen - as we unfortunately
<br>had to speed by, due to the time limits. We saw Canadian
<br>and British cemeteries and memorials, and German 1914-18
<br>fortifications. The Canadian cemetery near Poelcappelle
<br>6468 was noticeably well kept and certainly a joy to behold
<br>in its extraordinary bullwark of bright fresh flowers.)

An interesting fact durring the trip was the presence of
<br>3 lane cement highways. as a matter of fact the roads were
