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

1914

• 1 man is recruited at Bowness-on-Solway.
• Battalion strength: 431 men, 10 officers.

1916

• Battalion situated in the Cambrin Sector. During the morning Brigadier General Jardine and the Commanding Officer visit front line trenches.
• At 3pm the Battalion is relieved from the Right Subsector by the 17th H.L.I. and proceeds to take up position in Support (Village Line).

1917

• Battalion situated in Teteghem. Recreation in the afternoon.