| Regiment | 7th Royal Berkshire |
|---|---|
| Location | Greece, VLADAJA |
| Entry | Training. Rained. The following letters were received by the Bn through the 78th Infantry Brigade "The Lieutenant General Commanding in Chief has desired his appreciation of the magnificent gallantry and of the determination to succeed on the part of the 7th OXFORD and BUCKS L.I. and the 7th ROYAL BERKSHIRE REGT should be conveyed to all ranks of these Battalions. The splendid example set by them is worthy of the highest commendation." From the Brigadier General Duncan addressed to OC 7th Royal Berkshire Regt. "I would like you to let the battalion know how very proud I feel at the magnificent manner in which the Battalion fought on the night of 8th/9th May. The way they stuck to PETIT COURONNE when subjected to such a devastating fire and after having suffered such heavy casualties is a splendid example of how British soldiers can put a sense of duty before any selfish thought of personal safety. The fact that the Battalion only evacuated the hill when ordered to by higher authority is a proof of the high standard of discipline. The Battalion has every reason to be proud of its action. It is sad that the hill had to be evacuated but that was due to circumstances beyond your control. I am deeply grieved at the heavy losses the Battalion has suffered." Signed J. Duncan. |
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