The Third Day of the Battle of Neuve Chapelle

Friday 12th March 1915: Yesterday we asked what today would bring. The answer soon became clear – strong German counter-attacks. These have been defeated but have used up much of our artillery ammunition, which means that no further attacks can take place for the foreseeable future.

The adjutant of the 2nd Bedfords tells us: “During the night C and D Companies dug trenches at right-angles to the original ones, i.e. facing south. A salient had formed opposite some high trees and was occupied by a Company of the Royal Scots Fusiliers, who had been brought from the right. The salient was rushed by the Germans early this morning, which is decidedly misty”.

We understand the 2nd Battalion are about to go into action as we write this to turn out the Germans from this salient. We pray thet will be successful and their casualties light.

Source: X550/3/wd