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Conger Reynolds correspondence, February 1918

1918-02-24 Conger Reynolds to John & Emily Reynolds Page 8

can get in in large numbers. Of course they're doing something now. I'm hearing interesting tales of the splendid conduct of men up at the front. Incidentally, I've learned that several of my friends are now under fire. 
I have many queer sensations over here. It is hard at times to realize the reality of things. I catch myself thinking, "Well, I'm tired of this place; I guess I'll go somewhere else." Then I recollect that I'm under military discipline now -- can't circulate as I please. I wonder what is going to be the outcome. How long will it last? And it is no great fun thinking how very long it may last. I'm a long way from home, you know. There is only one way out of reflections like this. It is to shrug the shoulders, make a gesture of unconcern, and remark, "C'est la guerre." it's war.
Always much love,
Conger.

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can get in in large numbers. Of course they're doing something now. I'm hearing interesting tales of the splendid conduct of men up at the front. Incidentally, I've learned that several of my friends are now under fire. I have many queer sensations over here. It is hard at times to realize the reality of things. I catch myself thinking, "Well, I'm tired of this place; I guess I'll go somewhere else." Then I recollect that I'm under military discipline now -- can't circulate as I please. I wonder what is going to be the outcome. How long will it last? And it is no great fun thinking how very long it may last. I'm a long way from home, you know. There is only one way out of reflections like this. It is to shrug the shoulders, make a gesture of unconcern, and remark, "C'est la guerre." it's war. Always much love, Conger.