Ex Trenches Reflect - Trench Life

Reconnaissance for trench occupation......Platoon Commander briefs Section Commanders

Main body moves into the trench......

Stand To... ensure everyone knows their position in case of an attack.......

Familiarisation with the Area Of Responsibility ......Observe the Ground and the Enemy

No Mans Land and the German Defences......

Settle into Trench Routine......Field Service card to send home.. Ammunition to prepare

 

For the Officers....Orders from HQ......Reports and Returns

Parcels from home......Comforts in the trenches 

 Unfortunately someone always wants to spoil your day......GAS GAS GAS .. Gas Attack

Evening Meal......

Night Patrols.......checking the wire prior to the attack the following morning......

And finally ......Sleep !

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