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1917-08-11
Regiment 6th Royal Berkshire
Location Belgium, Line
Entry 2.30AM - relief of 7th Bedfords complete. Line held from J14a3.21/2 (excl) to cross roads at J7d9.2(incl). A Coy on right B on left C in support in JARGON SWITCH D in reserve in the Tunnel. HQ in tunnel. 4.50 - Enemy counterattacked and took SP at J14a3.2 from Norfolks. 5.30 - Counter attack by 8th Norfolks launched and supported by fire from LGs & C Coy. 5.50 - SP at J14a3.2 retaken & line re-established. Quiet day.