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“Don't you just love the army? They take a fellow who's been turned into a catatonic mute by being shelled from here to Christmas and say he's not yet been properly diagnosed but he seems a bit nervous.”

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Book:The First Casualty
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The First Casualty

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Ben Elton
Ben Elton

Ben Elton is a British comedian, writer, and screenwriter, born on May 3, 1959. Known for his unique sense of humor and satirical style, he has created numerous popular comedic works. more

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