Sunday 6 November 2016

Day One Hundred and Twenty Nine on the Somme



Monday 6th November 1916 From our Correspondent in the Field

The 2nd Bedfords, now back at Pommier, have received a draft of 25 men today. They have also received a new officer. Readers may remember that Company Sergeant Major Charles Hall of the 7th Battalion was recommended to receive the Distinguished Conduct Medal for his untiring work during the assault on Thiepval on 28th September. He has now been promoted to Second Lieutenant and has been posted to the 2nd Battalion.

Even though behind the lines the Germans have shelled Pommier for a short time today. Three other ranks have been wounded as a result.


Source: X550/3/wd

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