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Lonsdale Battalion events that took place on 3 December.
For events that took place elsewhere, see 3 December on The Great War wiki.

1914

• By order of the War Office, the Lonsdale Battalion becomes the 11th (Service) Battalion, Border Regiment (Lonsdale).
• From the War Office: “I am commanded by the Army Council to inform you that it has been decided to number the battalions which have been raised locally by communities or individuals: 11th (Service) Bn. The Border Regiment (Lonsdale).”
• Captain P. G. W. Diggle is appointed Adjutant.

1915

• At Molliens-au-Bois, engaged in lectures, inspections and physical exercises. Weather is very wet.

1916

• Battalion situated at Berteaucourt involved in training under Company arrangements.

1917

• Battalion situated in the Westroosebeek area; activity is normal throughout the day on both sides. They are relieved at midnight by the 5/6th Royal Scots, 14th Infantry Brigade. Casualties for the whole action were:
  • Killed: Capt. J. Benson; Capt. A. Sandeman; Capt. P.M. Martin; 2nd Lieut. Richardson; 2nd Lieut. McDuff.
  • Wounded: 2nd Lieut. J.M. Jamie.
  • Missing: Capt. McConnan; 2nd Lieut. Fell; 2nd Lieut. Hotchkiss, 2nd Lieut. Maltby; 2nd Lieut. Ridgeway.

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