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Lonsdale Battalion events that took place on 8 December.
For events that took place elsewhere, see 8 December on The Great War wiki.

1915

• Battalion situated at Molliens-au-Bois. Eight men per platoon practice in the use of live hand grenades under instruction of Lieut. Kemp (Manchester Regiment).
• Remainder of the Battalion is occupied with inspections, close order drill and short route marches.

1916

• Battalion situated Berteaucourt, parading for Aeroplane Scheme – cancelled owing to rain.
• Captain (acting Major) H. Moore is transferred from 17th Highland Light Infantry to the Lonsdales with effect from 11 October as temporary Major.

1917

• Battalion situated at 'Brake Camp.' Companies at the disposal of Company Commanders.
• Brigadier General C.A. Blacklock, D.S.O., addresses the Battalion at 10am.