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Lonsdale Battalion events that took place on 5 February.
For events that took place elsewhere, see 5 February on The Great War wiki.

1916

• Lonsdales relieve the 17th Highland Light Infantry in the F1 sector near Aveluy. Two men are wounded during relief.
• A draft of 20 other ranks join the Battalion.
• Private A. H. Harvey writes a letter to his parents, says “he is in the pink, also that they have returned to the trenches for seven days after a week’s rest, and hopes they will have better luck this time. He continues: The Derby Scheme is not going so well, I think. It seems the young men of England are not coming forward as they ought to do. If they have to be brought – well all I can say is they are pack of cowards and can’t realise that we are still up against it. The longer they linger, the longer the war will last. Now, then, you lad at Workington; don’t spoil the record of the old town! All the D Company of the Lonsdales would like you to come forward before March 1st, without a Conscription mark on you. You can put this in the "Star" if you like, just to liven things up a bit. Best of luck to all.”

1917

• Battalion situated at Lytham Camp near Beaussart where they practice drill for an attack to take place. Commanding Officer supervises practice making necessary alterations.

1918

• Battalion situated in the front line. The sector is quiet.
• Wiring is carried out by night, which is very difficult owing to evening being so dark. Patrolling also very difficult on account of darkness and bad condition of ground.

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