Bob Bedward Posted 2 February , 2006 Share Posted 2 February , 2006 Devons 27th May 1918 What battalion? What happened please? On 27 th May the local newspaper records that the Devons attacked on the Aisne and suffered badly. No details are given. What battalion was it and what happened please? Thank you. Old Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gericht 1914 Posted 2 February , 2006 Share Posted 2 February , 2006 2/Devons. They took part in a heroic defence against a German attack at the Bois des Buttes that day. Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Bedward Posted 3 February , 2006 Author Share Posted 3 February , 2006 Thank you Dave. Your information has enabled me to find the other forum on this site. Which contains the details of the battle Semper Fidelis indeed. As always the people on this site are so helpful. Old Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David_Blanchard Posted 3 February , 2006 Share Posted 3 February , 2006 Jack, Haveyou checked out this thread: Aisne- Chemin des Dames Battle May- June 1918, 8th, 19th, 21st, 25th, 50th Divisions: Chemin des Dames There is a long section from the regimental history of the Devonshire Regiment devoted to the actions at the Bois des Buttes. Regards David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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