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1945-03-14
| Regiment | 2nd Wiltshire |
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| Location | Lokeren, Belgium |
| Entry | The Bn began to draw tpt to make it up to W.E. All vehicles being drawn were either new or class I vehicles and 90% of them were four wheel drive. The Bn also drew Wasp flame throwing eqpt. This was the first time that the Bn had had this eqpt although personnel in the Carrier Pl were trained in its use. Notification was received of the approval by H.M. THE KING of the following mentions in dispatches for gallant and distinguished services in ITALY:- 5571240 Pte F. Clark 5573915 L/Cpl W. Carter - since killed in action. Reference to Appendices: Fos.J/5 |
