1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
1st KOSB WAR DIARIES
1st KOSB WAR DIARIES - NORMANDY
Friday, 08 September 1944
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WAR DIARY
SUMMARY OF EVENTS AND INFORMATION
The Bn still in the same area.
Training by Coys was carried out.
Counter Mortar Course started at Bde HQ.
ALTERNATIVE SOURCES
Personal accounts, other War Diaries and excerpts from books
From 9th Infantry Brigade War Diary for 8th September:
Lt AJM Brown 1 KOSB rejoined his unit.
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CASUALTIES ON THIS DAY
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DIED ON THIS DAY
KIA
Photo | RANK | First Name | Surname | Service Number | AGE | Memorial | Grave Marker |
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WOUNDED ON THIS DAY
WIA
Photo | Name and Rank | Service No | Notes |
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PHOTO AND MAP CREDITS
Map:
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Photo:
A 3-inch mortar team in action during a weapons display in Southern Command, 9 November 1941. IWM