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War Diary

1916-01-08
Regiment 1/4th Royal Berkshire
Location France, Authie
Entry Working parties cancelled. B and C Companies did Company Training. Lewis gun teams paraded for instruction under Lieut D I Ward. 1 Officer and 6 NCOs from each of A and D Companies carried out a "Staff Tour". A and D Companies carried out a tactical scheme under the Commanding Officer. Companies under Company Commanders in the afternoon. Weather:- a dull day. Remarks Maj Hedges left for hospital. Capt Blandy took over Command of A Company. Lt Oldacre returned from Bombing Course, Capt Boyle from III Army School of Instruction.