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1 April 1945

Another day of rest.

Easter Sunday was celebrated with a Church Parade for all denominations at 1030 hrs and then a march past with the Pipe Band in attendance.

Brigadier G.D. Renny took the salute.

There were Holy Communion Services at 1130 hrs and 1200 hrs for members of the Church of Scotland and the Church of England respectively.

In the afternoon Brigadier G.D. Renny came to say goodbye to the Bn before going to take over 156 Bde in 52nd Division. Brigadier J.S. Kempster came as our Brigadier.

A/Brigadier WFS Kempster (centre) of the Kings Shropshire Light Infantry From 9 British Infantry Brigade in WW2

Alternative Information (from books, personal accounts)

"Lt. Col. G.D. Renny, after recovering from his wounds, was later promoted to Brigadier and took command of 156 Brigade and consequently my Dad got to work with him. He also provided a reference for my Father when he left the army and which I still have in his papers".

Andrew Dorrity, son of Capt Anthony Dorrity

Died on this day =

Sunday

1 April 1945

Wounded on this day =

			Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie
			Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream
			Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel
			Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts