Message from Corps Commander 18 May 1917

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S.G. 259/189

Divisional H.Q.

18^th May 1917

The Divisional Commander wishes to express his sincere appreciation of the resource and bravery shown by all which lead to the great defeat of the enemy on the 16^th May.

He has great pleasure in communicating the following message from the Corps Commander.

G.O.C. 51^st Division.

“Heartiest congratulations to you all on fine work on 15^th and 16^th and especially to General BURN and 152^nd Infantry Brigade whose tenacity and pluck saved an awkward situation aaa The Division may well be proud of their latest achievement”

CORPS COMMANDER

Laurence Carr, Major G.S.

for Lieut Colonel,

General Staff

51^st (Highland) Division.