1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
1st KOSB WAR DIARIES
1st KOSB WAR DIARIES - NORTH WEST EUROPE
Tuesday, January 23, 1945
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GEIJSTEREN
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GEIJSTEREN
WAR DIARY
SUMMARY OF EVENTS AND INFORMATION
All woods in the Bn area were searched without result.
There was some shelling during the day in 'EDINBURGH'.
OPs saw movement at 9015, 9016, 9116, 9117 and large truck in trees at 913161.
Patrols at night heard movement of transport in HASSELT - VELDEN area.
Patrol at 904182 saw a patrol of approximately 40 Germans in the area 905181 moving North. Arty engaged enemy and RUR Patrol did not contact enemy.
Very little shelling in Bn area but some mortaring during the day.
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CASUALTIES ON THIS DAY
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DIED ON THIS DAY
KIA
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WOUNDED ON THIS DAY
WIA
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