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1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
1st KOSB WAR DIARIES
1st KOSB WAR DIARIES - NORTH WEST EUROPE
Friday, February 02, 1945
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START LOCATION
HEGELSOM
FINISH LOCATION
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HEGELSOM
WAR DIARY
SUMMARY OF EVENTS AND INFORMATION
Demonstration and lecture on 17 pounder Gun mounted on Valentine Chassis.
Otherwise nothing of interest to report.
ALTERNATIVE SOURCES
Personal accounts, other War Diaries and excerpts from books
CASUALTIES ON THIS DAY
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DIED ON THIS DAY
KIA
Photo | RANK | First Name | Surname | Service Number | AGE | Memorial | Grave Marker |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WOUNDED ON THIS DAY
WIA
Image | Name and Rank | Service No | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
PHOTO AND MAP CREDITS
Map:
Google Maps 2026
Photo:
The 'Archer' 17lb gun mounted on a Valentine tank chassis Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=325138
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