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1915-08-13
Regiment 5th Wiltshire
Location Gallipoli, Anzac
Entry Rejoins. Capt J.W Greany (takes command) Regiment re-equipped from Ordnance and finds Beach fatigues About 20 casualties from stray bullets Message from G.O.C. M.E.F. "The G.O.C. the forces wishes to express to all ranks his appreciation of the gallantry and devotion displayed by the troops, which has made the attainment of the line now occupied AAA. It is due to their courage and determination that such a substantial advance has been made and such a satisfactory position attained in so short a space of time. AAA"