There were two boys called Billy and Rob. They wanted to join the army to help their town. Rob ended up at the front. Billy was moved into the communications engineers (like a technician). His job was to fix wires so that officers can get in touch with the front lines.
Life in the Trenches:
Billy was shocked by life in the trenches because the mud was sloppy and water rose up when it rained. Soldiers were drenched, covered in lice and mud. Sand bags were used to keep the walls up and Duckboards (wooden planks) were placed in the bottom of the trench.
In dug outs officers had shelter to sleep and write out orders.
I think it sounds horrendous!
By Kye
