1st KOSB WAR DIARIES

At 0515 hrs a bomb was dropped by an aircraft somewhere to the North of the Bn area.

Patrol had nothing of interest to report.

There was more enemy mortar and gun activity during the day than yesterday. A number of rounds fell on GRUBBENVORST and some in front of 13 Pl C Coy.

During the morning medium guns attempted to demolish the Water Tower just West of STRAELEN at 971170 which was clearly visible even from the gun lines some distance West of the Bn position. No hits were observed however.

During the afternoon 3" mortars with A Coy attempted to hit some boats on the East bank of the river, but without success.

Casualties - Killed Nil and One OR

Wounded Capt JB Boyd and One OR (Researching)