1/5th Kings Own Scottish Borderers - 1st Aug 1918

[TJames]

Hi

I am looking for information (like war diary's) that is related to the 1/5th KOSB during the Second Battle of Marne 1918". I am researching a Lieutenant called George Gordon Carmichael who died on the 1st Aug 1918 and cant seem to find any information about the battle during that time. I know they were under command of a French General called Mangin. Could anybody help?

Thanks

TJ

[GraemeClarke]

Hi TJ

The words 'teaching' and eggs' will probably spring to mind, but have you seen this

http://www.coldstreamhistorysociety.co.uk/index.php/war-memorials/profile/war-memorial-coldstream13

I dont have the diary, sorry,

Regards,

Graeme

[Old Owl]

Hi

I am looking for information (like war diary's) that is related to the 1/5th KOSB during the Second Battle of Marne 1918". I am researching a Lieutenant called George Gordon Carmichael who died on the 1st Aug 1918 and cant seem to find any information about the battle during that time. I know they were under command of a French General called Mangin. Could anybody help?

Thanks

TJ

Hi TJames,

I have a copy of the 5th KOSB history. He does not receive a mention in the text but I can send you copies of the pages concerning the action at Beugneux. He appears on a group photo in the book and he is mentioned in the list of officers who served as:

"Killed. Lieut.G..G.Carmichael. Joined the battalion in 1918, and was killed at Beugneux. His father is Provost of Coldstream, Berwick-on-Tweed."

If you PM me an email address I can send you copies of circa 8 to 10 pages which cover the period 1st to 3rd August,1918, and also his photo.

Robert

[TJames]

Hi

Just to say thanks for the help from both off you. I revived the war diary's and are going to make a start on reading them tonight.

Many Thanks

Thomas