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War Diary

1944-10-01
Regiment 5th Royal Berkshire
Location Rouen, France
Entry [1-31st] Garrison duties were carried on normally throughout the month. Regular concerts and cinema shows were arranged for the troops in the Garrison area. French "Welcome" clubs were opened for officers and O.R.s. 8th. Visit of General de Gaulle to the area. The Commanding Officer attended service and March Past. 13th. N.A.A.F.I. canteen opened.