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Lonsdale Battalion events that took place on 4 November.
For events that took place elsewhere, see 4 November on The Great War wiki.
1914
- 2 men are recruited at Lees Hill.[1]
- Lt-Col. Machell to Lord Lonsdale: “Strength yesterday over 850, and I expect to be nearly full in 10 days.” [1]
- Letter to Lt-Col. Machell: “We had a grand meeting here [Kirkby Stephen] last night 400 people & a great number of likely men but could not get one to put his hand up, although after the meeting several came & stated they were going into Appleby on Sat next to join the Battalion.” [2]
- Letter from Y.M.C.A.: “What sum we would be justified in spending for the comfort and recreation of the men in Carlisle and ... to ascertain whether it might not be possible to secure a building locally and erect it on the camp site.” [3]
- “The Soldiers’ Club will re-open tomorrow (Thursday) night at 6.0 p.m. at the new premises at 41 Bank Street. We trust your men will look upon it as a home when they are in Carlisle.” [3]
1916
- Battalion situated at La Vicogne involved in general parades of instruction under Commanding Officer.[4]
1917
- Battalion situated in the Roubrouck Area involved in training.[5]