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1918-04-29
Regiment 1st Wiltshire
Location Belgium, Reninghelst trenches
Entry Heavy bombardment commenced 3.0a.m. The Battn again shelled with gas. At 12 noon orders were received to the effect that the enemy had broken through on the right and that the Bde were to dig a defensive flank W of the RENINGHELST - LA CLYTTE road. Information was received that the French on the right were in their original line. The Battn moved to a valley 1000yds forward and a trench line was reconnoitred to be dug at dusk. Touch was gained with the 146 & 156 French regiments. Orders were received to return to original positions which manoeuvre was complete by 8.0p.m. The Battn was placed under the command of the 39 French Div. Quiet night. Casualties: OR 11 wounded.