December 1942 School Magazine

December, 1942

Brisbane Girls' Grammar School Magazine

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On the 26th August, the British Empire received news of the death of the Duke of Kent who was killed on Active Service· in Scotland. All were grief-stricken at the loss of such a : p opular and well-loved prince, and the hearts of people, both within and without the Empire, were filled with sympathy for the Duchess and her children. Since the last publication of our school magazine the war situation has undergone many changes. Russia has continued her struggle against the invading armies of Germany, and though there have been many difficulties for her to overcome, she has encountered them gallantly and has helped to lighten the blows against our Mother country. We, in this country, have now experienced the horrors of war, but by the combined efforts of our fighting forces we have· prevented the enemy from landing on the mainland. Our school endeavours to implant in us an appreciation of all that is being done for us, and to enlighten us concerning our obliga- tions to the future. The coming days will be hard days- days of strain and stress. If we are steadfast and courageous,. we shall be able to endure the hardships, overcome the diffi- culties, and turn obligations into willing and happy service. In this lies true freedom. E.R.,Vl.

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