At 7.15 p.m. we got this message from K.—
"Please communicate the following messages at a propitious moment to each of those concerned.
"(1) My best wishes to you and all your force in carrying to a successful conclusion the operations you have before you, which will undoubtedly have a momentous effect on the war. The task they have to perform will need all the grit Britishers have never failed to show, and I am confident your troops will victoriously clear the way for the Fleet to advance on Constantinople.
"(2) Convey to the Admiral my best wishes that all success may attend the Fleet. The Army knows they can rely on their energy and effective co-operation while dealing with the land forces of the enemy.
"(3) Assure General d'Amade and the French troops of our entire confidence that their courage and skill will result in the triumph of their arms.
"(End of message)—" Personal:
"All my thoughts will be with you when operations begin."
We, here, think of Lord K. too. May his shadow fall dark upon the Germans and strike the fear of death into their hearts.
Just got following from the Admiral:—
"H.M.S. Queen Elizabeth,
"23rd April, 1915.