Wednesday, 10 September 2025

Op La Boisselle - Fichieux

 On 20th May 1940, the men of the 1st Battalion Tyneside Scottish (Black Watch) engaged the XV Panzer Corps in the area of Ficheux.

Northumbrian Gunner: Op Piper - 1 TS Action at Ficheux

The 1st TS were part of the 70th Brigade together with the 10th and 11th Battalions Durham Light Infantry.

A farm located near the initial position of B Company 1 TS bears a plaque dedicated to the men of the Tyneside Scottish and Battalions Durham Light Infantry who fought in the action.

Fichieux Battlefield Farmhouse

Fichieux Battlefield  Memorial Plaque