23 September
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Lonsdale Battalion events that took place on 23 September.
For events that took place elsewhere, see 23 September on The Great War wiki.
1916
- Battalion situated in the front line trenches (Cuinchy Sector) encounters enemy trench mortars and aerial darts in the direction of the 'Brickstacks' during both the morning and afternoon; there is no material damage.[1]
- Enemy artillery (77mm) fires a number of rounds in the direction of Cuinchy Church at 4pm.[1]
- The Bombing Officer visits the front line trenches during afternoon and Brigadier General Jardine visits Battalion HQ at 11:45pm.[1]
1917
- Battalion situated at at Zuydcoote has church parade. Operations Orders are received from Brigade.[2]