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1918-06-08
Regiment 2nd Wiltshire
Location France, Bois de Courton
Entry Battalion remained in the BOIS de COURTON. The morning was spent in re-organising the companies, and a little close order drill. The 56th Brigade paraded in the wood for medal distribution by the Divisional General. Lieut FV KELWAY was presented with the French CROIX de GUERRE, with palms. Lieut & Asst Adjt HS KEMSHEAD joined the Composite Battalion and relieved Capt & Adjt HB JONES, MC, who proceeded to the Transport Lines.