In the early morning we were bombarded with gas shell and had to wear respirators from a quarter to three till four o'clock.

In addition to the respirators in case of a possible gas attack, supplied by that staff officer with a twinkle in his eye, we needed a steel rod fastened to the back of our necks and running down our spinal columns in order to preserve our dignity.

(2) No, you need not take your respirator with you.