"March 13th.—Hearty congratulations from all ranks East African Force to Mesopotamian Force on brilliant achievements."
"March 16th.—Most grateful for kind message much appreciated by us all."
From the Right Hon'ble the Lord Mayor of London:—
"March 13th.—The City of London sends hearty congratulations on the capture of the historic City of Baghdad."
"March 14th.—Your Lordship's kind message conveying congratulations of the City of London is very warmly appreciated by all ranks of the forces in Mesopotamia. Qualities of courage and endurance displayed by troops throughout operations have been superb."
F. S. MAUDE, Lieut.-General,
Commanding Indian Expeditionary Force "D."
30th March 1917.