| Regiment | 1/4th Royal Berkshire |
|---|---|
| Location | France, [The trenches] |
| Entry | We relieved the GLOSTERS in the Brigade Left Subsector DEMICOURT Sector, the relief being completed by 12.30am. (23rd) Dispositions:- B Company RIGHT A Company CENTRE C Company LEFT D Company RESERVE CAPT W O DOWNS' death was a great loss to the Battalion. He proved himself a most excellent officer, always thinking of his command. He knew his work thoroughly and his many qualities had endeared him to all ranks. Weather:- a very hot muggy day. Remarks CAPT O M JAMES went on leave. O.O. No 41. See map attached. Spl Order from GOC Fourth Army attd. Casualties: CAPT W O DOWNS died of wounds, 1 OR killed. |
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