Lessons from the mud
In this presentation, which was delivered 'live' to an online audience, Paul Knight examines the after action reports of the 55th (West Lancashire) Division during its action at 'Third Ypres'.
The 55th (West Lancashire) Division participated in two battles during the Third Battle of Ypres on 31 July and 20 September, 1917. The division’s commander, Major-General Jeudwine requested ‘After Action Reports’ from both attacks.
To the best of our knowledge, this is the only such collection to have survived. Written within four days of leaving the trenches, this is a unique set of first hand accounts from Commanding Officers to Private soldiers and offers an unparalleled insight into 'Passchendaele'.
In this talk, Paul sheds light on this division's experience of this monumental battle.
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