in the First World War
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to start searching1914 (Tuesday)
- One man is recruited at Roadhead.[1]
- Enlistments: James Blair (15483 L/Cpl.).
- Letter about hirings: "the main hirings in Westmorland are Appleby & Kendal, both on Sat. 14th. I propose with your leave to send a Section to Appleby (preferably of local men) under [Lieutenant] Rivington & shall make a show there." [2]
1916 (Friday)
- Battalion situated at La Vicogne involved in general parades of instruction under Commanding Officer.
1917 (Saturday)
- Battalion situated in the Roubrouck Area.
- Church parade and memorial service to the late Chaplain [?] C.F. at 2pm.
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