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Lonsdale Battalion events that took place on 17 October.
For events that took place elsewhere, see 17 October on The Great War wiki.
1914
- Lt-Col. Machell, along with the Orderly Room Staff and Lieut. and Quartermaster Dawson, move from Penrith to Blackhall Racecource, Carlisle.[1][2]
- 4 men are recruited at Warwick Bridge; a further 15 men are recruited at Carlisle Cross and 7 Devonshire Street.[3]
1916
- Battalion leaves Monchy Breton at 7am in full marching order. Arrives Moncheaux at 3pm.[4]