After their experience in the Salient, the men were glad to have a little peace and rest; although they knew they were on their journey to bigger and harder things.

The country around St.Omer was so fresh and beautiful that the change of scene did everyone good.

The people too were exceedingly kind and wherever we went we found that the Canadians were extremely popular.

There were many interesting old places near by which brought back memories of French history.

However, the day came when we had to move.