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Lately the 1st and 12th observation squadrons moved up from Chateau Thierry and with the departures of the French Squadron, moved into this field, making six squadrons occupying its narrow limits. I took forward with uncertainty to unnecessary crashes in taxing and landing.

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When a fellow's engines goes dead in the vicinity of the field there isn't a man on the ground who doesn't pay all attention to the man in the air. Prayers are offered as the sputtering, ^ [[or wire-singing,] bird circles into position for a forced landing.
[[strikethrough]] ?? stopping of his?? [[/strikethrough]] If his stick stops the interest and progress are intensified. If he crashes every face shares concern and "tough luck"is heard from many throats [[strikethrough]] ?? [[/strikethrough]] ^ [[as]] a rush [[strikethrough]] ?? [[/strikethrough]] is made to the wreck. 

If he lands safely somebody starts to clap hands and hats are thrown into the air, and congratulations are offered at mess.