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M.F.M. 11A
200M—5-40 (5185)
(H.Q. 1772-39-1658)

ORIGINAL
DUPLICATE
TRIPLICATE

*(Strike out where not applicable)*

**WAR DIARIS**
Appxs Checked
Date 19 Aug 1947

**SECRET**

**WAR DIARY**

OF

THE CALGARY H IGHLANDERS CA(O)

FROM 1 Sep 44 TO 30 Sep 44

Courier

CON. SEC. GHQ. 2nd ECH. 21 ARMY GP.
RECEIVED
8 NOV 1944
WAR LIARIES

VOLUME

War Diaries
Ser 173
Appx 13-15
SE. 1944

2··57

APPENDICES 1&3 TO 15
" 1, 8 – 14 Enclosed
appendix 16- in appendix Jacket. (maps)

ORIGINAL

1/261 SEP 1944

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WAR DIARIES, C.A.S.F.

**Instructions for Compilation and Despatch**

1. A War Diary is SECRET.

2. The War Diary takes the place of the Historical Record when on active service. (K.R. Can. Para. 1530). Its objects are: to supply authentic material for the history of the unit, and of the force; to furnish a historical record of operations; and to provide data upon which to base improvements in training, equipment, organization and administration.

3. Unless otherwise ordered, the original and duplicate copies are sent on the first day of the succeeding month, through the usual channels, to the A.G., 2nd Echelon, wherever that office may be. The triplicate copy may be held by the unit for three months and then forwarded, also through the usual channels, to A.G., 2nd Echelon.

4. Post-war disposal will be as under:

Original—retained at Ottawa for historical purposes.

Duplicate—to British Record Office for historical purposes.

Triplicate—to unit for custody with unit records.

5. The War Diary will be entered up daily on M.F.M. 11 and rendered monthly in triplicate (Mobn. Instr. for C.M. 1937. App. "C"). Each entry will be initialled by the officer detailed to keep the War Diary, which will be signed at the end of each month by the commander. (F.S.R. Vol. II, Sec. 35, para. 3 iii).

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6. The following should be recorded daily as events occur:

(i) Important orders, instructions, reports, messages or despatches received and issued, and decisions taken. *Original documents* should be attached as appendices to the Original copy of the War Diary.

(ii) Daily map location, employment, movements and dispositions of unit headquarters and of batteries, companies, etc. March tables should be attached as appendices.

(iii) Important movements of officers and matters relating to the duties of each branch of the staff. A complete set of the *routine orders and instructions, Part I Orders,* issued by the unit during the month should be attached as an appendix to the original copy.

(iv) Detailed account of operations—to include:— Exact hour, location and circumstances of important occurrences. Movements and names of neighbouring units. Commanders of batteries, companies, etc., names of Officers and number of O.R. (i) engaged and (ii) battle casualties. Dispositions, activities and identity of enemy forces. Prisoners and trophies captured. Ammunition expended. Factors affecting operations, topographical and climatic. *Maps and sketches* showing dispositions of batteries, companies etc., at important phases. The record of *communications, both written and verbal,* received or despatched during active operations as an appendix. A complete set of the *operation orders and instructions* issued during the month. Notes on conferences and *reports* rendered to higher formations, or received from lower formations, as appendices to the original copy.

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(v) Nature and description of trenches, field works or accommodation occupied or constructed. Meteorological notes.

(vi) Changes in establishment or strength. Names and ranks of officers and number of O.R. Attachment of units and individuals. Reinforcements. *Copy of Part II Orders and Weekly Field Returns of Officers and O.R.* should be attached as appendices to the original copy. Changes in organization, stores, transport, etc.

7. It is essential that all copies of both text and appendices are legible. Appendices will be numbered and referenced to the text in the last column of the form. Current issues of any regimental publication should be attached.

8. It will be found convenient at the end of each month, when the War Diary is being completed and the correspondence in unit files for the month is being reviewed and distributed (F.S.R. Vol. I, sec. 171, para. 3) if the material considered to be of historical value in the light of the above is attached as appendices to the original copy of the War Diary.

9. A good war diary makes possible the accurate and detailed reconstruction of circumstances, conditions and action.

NOTE: If monthly diary is more than one inch thick, use a second folder. If appendices are bulky, tie folder up with tape or string to make a firm package.

**PRESERVE IMPORTANT ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS FOR POSTERITY: INSERT THEM AS APPENDICES IN ORIGINAL COPY OF WAR DIARY**

**THE EXTRACTION AND RETENTION OF APPENDICES, MAPS, ETC., FROM A WAR DIARY IS AN OFFENCE UNDER THE OFFICIAL SECRETS ACT**

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Instructions regarding preparation of War Diaries (which will be kept from first day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

**WAR DIARY**
*OR*
**INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY**
*(Erase heading not required)*

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)

Original, duplicate and triplicate be forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
<tr>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Hour</th>
<th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
<th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
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<td>APPENDIX TO WAR DIARY Sep 44<br><br>No. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Description &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Original &nbsp;&nbsp; Duplicate &nbsp;&nbsp; Triplicate<br><br>✓1. &nbsp;&nbsp; A.F.W. 3008/9E &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>2. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Part II Orders &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X<br>✓3. &nbsp;&nbsp; Arty Task Tables &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓4. &nbsp;&nbsp; Move Orders &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓5. &nbsp;&nbsp; Messages &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>6. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pratrol Programme &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓7. &nbsp;&nbsp; Recommendation for Victoria Cross &nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓8. &nbsp;&nbsp; Message from the C in C. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓9. &nbsp;&nbsp; The Glen &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓10. &nbsp; Daily News sheets &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓11. &nbsp; Allied Agents &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓12. &nbsp; Memorial Service 3 Sep 44 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓13. &nbsp; March Past - DIEPPE &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓14. &nbsp; Advance Party, 16,17,18 Sep 44 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -<br>✓15. &nbsp; Maps &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; X &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -</td>
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Instructions regarding preparation of War Diaries;•(which will be kept from first day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.</p>

<p>Title pages will be prepared.</p>

<h2>WAR DIARY<br>OR<br>INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY</h2>
<p><em>(Erase heading not required)</em></p>

<p>M.P.M. 11<br>40/P & S/37</p>

<p>Original, duplicate and triplicate be forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.</p>

<table border="1">
<tr>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Hour</th>
<th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
<th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
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<td>France<br>Ste. Foy<br>MR 2553<br>Sheet 8E1<br>Neuville les<br>Dieppe (out-<br>skirts Dieppe)<br>MR 2468<br>Sheet</td>
<td>2 Sep<br>44</td>
<td></td>
<td>We moved from Ste. Foy to Neuville les Dieppe around 0930hrs and found ourselves passing through heavily mined and fortified areas.<br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry sure intended to hold the town from the appearance of everything. He has made "mincemeat" of all his pill boxes, etc. by demolitions and generally made a mess of the docks and quays.<br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our area is a former German defended locality and as is usual our Bn HQ is in a former German HQ building. Somehow we always manage to do this same thing and many times it hasn't proven a very wise move.<br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We are not in defense in any way and all coys and eqpt are in their own groups and in no way dispersed other than freedom of movement. To-day was proclaimed a holiday by Division and the day is to be spent on cleaning up and maintenance.of vehicles is practically the only work going on. To-morrow all Dieppe veterans are to attend a memorial service at the Canadian Dieppe cemetry. In the afternoon is our March Past for General Crerar and there is the normal confusion over this issue. Example - webbing on-webbing off, soft hats worn - tin hats worn. This will all straighten itself out before to-morrow.<br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;One thing we are still assured of is our three day rest and everybody is keeping their fingers crossed.<br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dieppe is not "out of bounds" and the troops may go into town providing they are home by 2200hrs. It is quite OK though because there is nothing to buy nor anything to drink. Quite a safe bet for the powers that be in making this decision.<br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The balance of the day was very quiet and no excitement.<br><br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Weather &nbsp;&nbsp; Fair and warm, rain later in the day.</td>
<td>/ 3</td>
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Instructions regarding preparation of War Diaries;' (which will be kept from first day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

**WAR DIARY**
OR
**INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY**

*(Erase heading not required)*

M.P.M. 11
40/P & S/37

Original, duplicate and triplicate will be forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
<tr>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Hour</th>
<th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
<th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>France<br>NEUVILLE Les<br>DIEPPE<br>MR 2468<br>Sheet<br>MONTREUIL<br>MR 7725<br>Sheet<br>NORDAMSQUES<br>MR 001830<br>Sheet<br>ST. FOLQUIN<br>MR 0675<br>Sheet</td>
<td>5 Sep<br>44</td>
<td></td>
<td>To-day the Battalion travelled many miles, in two steps, over pretty countryside and through villages teeming with seemingly sincere populace. The total distance amounts to 116 miles from Dieppe to St. Folquin.<br>
We started at 0100hrs and by 0900hrs we were in an area close to Montreuil. The trip was a fairly trying one for everyone concerned because we took one particular right turn in Eu instead of a left turn and had to travel a few miles extra, through Beauchamps them northwards to get back on our own route.<br>
When we arrived in our new area we were treated to breakfast and then one and all, except the C.O., Adjt., I.O., and recce party officer, Capt. Mark Tennant, curled up in a blanket and scored a few hours sleep. This movement was a very popular one because of the fact, we had no sleep whatever, last night. Our stay here proved to be fairly short however because after an "O" Group at Bde we were warned to move by 1300 hrs to the area of the canal around Bourbourgville.<br>
Capt Mark Tennant and his recce party once again preceded us and prepared the new Bn position. The balance of our trip was quite uneventful except for the overwhelming hospitality of the French civilians as we passed through the towns and villages. The Diarist feels that the town of Licques is the best one yet, because along with many others in the Bn, including the C.O. and Major Wyn Lasher, they had kisses blown at them from very beautiful Mmes and Mlles. My what a pity we had to move on.<br>
At no time during the trip did we contact the enemy. From all appearances he has drawn back a great deal.<br>
At the cross-roads in Nordamsques the battalion had debussed and due to a very grave mistake on the part of the I.O. the Bn took a right turn once again by mistake, this time, instead of going straight ahead.<br>
After travelling some 2 miles in the wrong direction Brig. McGill ordered the RHC, who were following us and had just reached the cross-roads still embussed, to pass through to the correct objective along the correct route.<br>
The I.O. certainly holds his head in shame although the route he had marked was taken directly from the Brig's. map and certainly should have been right. However it wasn't and the I.O. will go down in history as the cause of a lot of concern for the C.O.<br>
At 1900hrs the RHC started through us to take Bourbourgville and to be followed by the R de Mais who will curl up at St. Folquin slightly west of Bourbourgville.<br>
In the meantime, in order to clear the way for the RHC, we were curled up on both sides of the correct axis of advance.</td>
<td>4.<br>15.</td>
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Instructions regarding preparation of War Diaries;' (which will be kept from first day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

**WAR DIARY**
OR
**INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY**
*(Erase heading not required)*

M.P.M. 11
40/P & S/37

Original, duplicate and triplicate to be forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
<tr>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Hour</th>
<th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
<th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>France<br>NEUVILLE les<br>DIEPPE<br>MR 2468<br>Sheet<br>MONTREUIL<br>MR 7725<br>Sheet<br>NORDAMSQUES<br>MR 001830<br>Sheet<br>ST. FOLQUIN<br>MR 0675<br>Sheet</td>
<td>6 Sep<br>44</td>
<td></td>
<td>The minutes dragged into hours and we were finally told to stay in this curled up area until morning and then move to St. Folquin at first light. By this time we were all fit to kill somebody because it was 0300hrs and raining very hard.<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When Bn HQ arrived at their temporary area we found a group of farm buildings and in one corner a pile of straw. It did not take long to find everybody curled up in this priceless bedding and away into dreamland for a little rest before the move at first light to-morrow morning.<br><br>Weather  Cold with rain</td>
<td></td>
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<td>France<br>ST. FOLQUIN<br>MR 0675<br>Sheet<br>BOURBOURG-<br>VILLE<br>MR 1175<br>Sheet</td>
<td>7 Sep<br>44</td>
<td></td>
<td>At first light, amidst pouring rain, the Bn moved northwards a few kilometres to St. Folquin. Our new area was situated in the tiny village completely surrounded by evil smelling flood land and bordered on one side by a canal. All of the fields from Nordamsques to here, and on to Bourbourgville are completely inundated with water varying in depth from a few inches to several feet. The Hun had blown the dykes in many places. Our first greeting was that everything in the inundated vicinity had been mined and although the roads were reported clear we took no chances.<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We took up headquarters in an occupied farm house and the companies tightened in around the neighboring farms and houses. The people were overwhelmingly nice to us and, as in most cases, they couldn't do enough for us.<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bn HQ was fortunate in being treatedas guests in the home of a farmer and his wife and were given practically all the comforts of home including good coffee and real lump sugar. These articles had been hidden from the Hun and we were the lucky recipients.<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The reports were that the RHC had bumped into heavy opposition last night attempting their advance into Bourbourgville and that at 1300hrs the R de Mais were to attempt a further attack on the village. We were to follow the R de Mais attack and pass through them to Loon Plage. All this depends greatly on whether or not the Engineers' bridge is through, from our side of Bourbourg across the canal into town.</td>
<td>Calgary H</td>
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Instructions regarding preparation of War Diaries (which will be kept from first day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

**WAR DIARY**
*-OR-*
**INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY**
*(Erase heading not required)*

M.F.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)

Original, duplicate and triplicate ● · be forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
<tr>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Hour</th>
<th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
<th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Belgium<br>Sheet 24 & 34<br>X-Pub 856089</td>
<td>30 Sep 44</td>
<td></td>
<td>At 1855 hours Dog reported start line plus 200x. H Hour had been set at 1830 hours but when the time rolled round, Major MacKenzie requested a 10 minute extension on it. Lt.-Col. D. G. MacLauchlan would allow no postponement and issued orders that Dog Coy carry on. A little consternation arose in Charlie Coy's area when wome 25 pdrs fell short. All this time Able Coy was not heard from and Dog was trying to reach them. Finally, after trying to contact Major Kearns by air, and relay, at 2040 hours the C.O. resorted to the fundamental basis of all communications - the man on foot - and sent out 2 scouts to reach Able Coy. Due to M.G. fire, they could not get across the cross roads 854094. They were able to reach the carriers which were operating as link and brought back the information that Able Coy was in position, holding on and was all right - that the enemy were lobbing over the odd phosphorus bomb. After waiting anxiously for news from Able Coy we at last were advised that they could report "Able", but that they were engaged in street fighting in Brecht. A more detailed explanation developed that Major Kearns Coy had encountered a MG position and decided on a right flanking. Going deep in behind the enemy, Able Coy had had to clear houses to get out of town and fight their way back to their objective! Dog Coy's area was quiet at 2130 hours but was subjected to sniping on right flank. Further to Able Coy's situation report, Major Kearns at 2145 hours advised us that the Coy was weak in strength and that the situation was quite serious and insecure. He was trying to reorganize but was contained by stiff opposition. Reinforcements were needed but he could not whether he could get any forward. Close contact with the enemy had produced some casualties, necessitating additonal stretcher bearers. He was still out of touch with the carriers, he could not report Charlie and would not be able to do so for some time. On orders from the C.O. Major Ellis had one of his Platoons moved forward by 2230 hours to reinforce Able Coy who now reported the situation quietening down, permitting him to reorganize.<br><br>Following a morep at 2317, came the encouraging word that Major Kearn's pugnacious band had stopped a counter-attack even if it was only for the time being. The day was won.<br><br>Among the casualties for the day was Lieut. Doug Craddock who received a flesh wound in the knee and Lieut. Casey who was killed.<br><br>Weather - dark and cloudy in the morning, clearing up in the afternoon.<br>Visibility limited - night rainy and very poor visibility.</td>
<td>2<br><br>CFl.</td>
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Instructions regarding preparation of War Diaries (which will be kept from first day of mobilization, creation or embodiment), are contained in F.S. Regs. Vol. 1.

Title pages will be prepared.

**WAR DIARY**
OR
~~INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY~~

*(Erase heading not required)*

M.P.M. 11
40/P & S/37 (3072)

Original, duplicate and triplicate ● be forwarded to O. i/c 2nd Echelon for disposal.

<table>
<tr>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Hour</th>
<th>Summary of Events and Information</th>
<th>Remarks, references to Appendices and initials</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
<td>........<em>R.L. Ellis Maj</em>..........<br>(R. L. Ellis) Major<br>A/O. C. The Calgary Highlanders CA(O)</td>
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(Page 1) Army Form W.3009E. (*Ft. Gds., Inf., etc.*

**FIELD RETURN OF OTHER RANKS.** Serial No.
*(Repeat at Part D)*

____Unit. For week ending____

To be made up to mid-day on Saturday in each week by all units of Foot Guards, Infantry of the Line, Reconnaissance Corps, R.A.V.C., A.E.C., R.A.F.C., C.M.P., Pioneer Corps, Intelligence Corps, A.C.C. and Non-Combatant Corps, and 1 copy rendered to G.H.Q. 2nd Echelon, and 1 copy to Reinforcement Section, G.H.Q. 2nd Echelon (until instructed by G.H.Q. 2nd Echelon to discontinue rendering).

**Part A. Strength, Surplus or Reinforcements required.** Surns

| 1. | 2. | 3. | 4. | 5. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank or Appointment. | W.E. less 1st Rfts. | Strength counting against W.E. less 1st Rfts. | Surplus to W.E. less 1st Rfts. | Reinforcements required (i.e., deficits on W.E., less 1st Rfts.) |
| W.Os. Class I. | | 1 | | |
| W.Os. Class II. | 7 | 7 | | |
| Company Quartermaster-Serjeants OR Colour-Serjeants | 6 | 6 | | |
| Staff Serjeants | | | | |
| Serjeants | 29 | | | |
| Corporals | 73 | | | |
| Privates, Guardsmen, Fusiliers, etc. | 635 | | | |
| Buglers, Trumpeters, etc. | 6 | 6 | | |
| | | | | |
| TOTALS | | 1 | * | * |

* These Totals should agree with the details shown in Part D on page 2.

**Part B. Other ranks attached in excess of W.E. less 1st Rfts.**

| Rank or Appointment. | Unit and Corps to which they belong. | Rank or Appointment. | Unit and Corps to which they belong. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 ORs | 2 C.A.C. | | |
| 3 ORs | R div Sygs | | |
| 3 ORs | 5 Aust Ind | | |
| 1 OR | 1 div Recce | | |
| | 1 | | |

____Unit Week ending____ 19 *A.F.W.3009E. (Ft. Gds., Inf., etc.)*

**Part C. Description of other ranks whose return to the unit is particularly requested.**

| Army No. | Rank. | Name and Initials. | Regiment or Corps. | Remarks, (e.g. present whereabouts if known). |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |

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(Page 2) Army Form W.3009E. (*Ft. Gds., Inf., etc.*)

S Coy ____  For week ending 29 Sept 44 Serial No.

**Part D. Detail of trades and duties of Surplus or Reinforcements required as shown in Part A.** Surns

| DETAIL OF SPECIALISTS, TRADESMEN, ETC. | SURPLUS TO ESTABLISHMENT. | | | | | | | | REINFORCEMENTS REQUIRED. | | | | | | | | REMARKS. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | W.Os. Class I. | W.Os. Class II. | C.Q.M.Sergeants, Colour-Sergeants. | Staff-Sergeants. | Sergeants. | Corporals. | Privates, Guardsmen, Fusiliers, etc. Trades and Specialists | TOTAL. | W.Os. Class I. | W.Os. Class II. | C.Q.M.Sergeants, Colour-Sergeants. | Staff-Sergeants. | Sergeants. | Corporals. | Privates, Guardsmen, Fusiliers, etc. Trades and Specialists | TOTAL. | |
| SPECIALISTS AND TRADESMEN | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Blacksmiths | 7 | 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Boot Repairers | 7 | 2 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Bricklayers .. | 1 | 2 | | | | | 1 | | | | | | | | | | |
| Carpenters and Joiners | 6 | 6 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Carrier Personnel .. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Concreters .. | | 1 | | | | | 1? | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cooks .. | 16 | 14 | | | | | | 14/15 | | | | | | 2 | | 2 | |
| Chiropody Orderles | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Clerks .. | 12 | 12 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Drivers I.C. (Tracked) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| .. .. (Wheeled) | 20 | 20 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| .. .. (M/Cyclists) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 5 | | 5 | |
| Driver Mechanics .. | 42 | 50 | | | | 8 | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Driver Operators .. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Electricians .. | | 5 | | | | 3 | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Equipment Repairers | 1 | 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Farriers .. .. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fitters, M.V. .. | 2 | 6 | | | 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Masons .. | 1 | 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Mortar Personnel .. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Motor Mechanics .. | 3 | 4 | | | | 2 | | | | | | 1 | | | | | |
| Painters and Decorators .. | | | | | | | | | | | | • • | | | | | |
| Plumbers and Pipe Fitters .. | 6 | 6 | | | | | | | | | | • | | | | | |
| Push Cycle Repairers | | | | | | | | | | | | 1 | | | | | |
| Saddlers .. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Signallers | 05 | 34 | | | | | | | | | | | 1 | | | 1 | |
| Storemen T. & D. (other than Rly. and R.A.O.C.) | 3 | 5 | | | | 2 | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Tailors .. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| SPECIALISTS AND TRADESMEN NOT SPECIFIED ABOVE. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| tradesmen | | 3 | | | 3 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| NON-SPECIALISTS AND NON-TRADESMEN. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| General | | 1 | | | 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Totals (to agree with Columns 4 and 5 of Part A.) | | 2 | | 1 | 33 | 26 | | | | | | 384 | 62 | | 64 | | |

Date of Despatch____ albert and Next

*Signature of Commander.*

*Bde., Divn., Area, etc., with which unit is serving.*

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Army Form W.3008 (Revised)
40/P & S/3454 (5171) (Pads of 32)
Serial No.________
(Repeat at Part D)

TO BE MADE UP TO MIDDAY ON SATURDAY IN EACH WEEK.

**FIELD RETURN OF OFFICERS.**

The Calg. Highrs (Unit.) For Week Ending 2 3 Sep 44

**PART A.—STRENGTH, SURPLUS OR REINFORCEMENTS REQUIRED.**

<table>
<tr><th>1</th><th>2</th><th>3</th><th>4</th><th>5</th></tr>
<tr><td>Ranks</td><td>W.E. less 1st Rfts.</td><td>Strength counting against W.E. less 1st Rfts.</td><td>Surplus to W.E. less 1st Rfts.</td><td>Reinforcements required (i.e., deficits on W.E. less 1st Rfts.)<br>No. | Any Specific Qualifications</td></tr>
<tr><td>*</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>*</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>*</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>*</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>*</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>*</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Lieut.-Colonels</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Majors</td><td>5</td><td>5</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Captains</td><td>13</td><td>14</td><td>1</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Lieutenants</td><td>19</td><td>24</td><td>5</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>2nd Lieutenants</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Quartermasters</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>District Officers</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>TOTALS</td><td>38</td><td>44</td><td>6</td><td></td></tr>
</table>

* Insert details of higher ranks as necessary (e.g., Major-General, Brigadier, etc.).

**PART B.—PARTICULARS OF OFFICERS JOINED OR QUITTED DURING WEEK.**

**(i) Officers JOINED during week.**

<table>
<tr><th>Rank</th><th>Name</th><th>Regt. or Corps</th><th>Date</th><th>Unit from which joined</th></tr>
<tr><td>Major</td><td>V Udall</td><td>Lnt 1 C.Hy. Highrs</td><td></td><td>Lunt C Calg Highrs</td></tr>
<tr><td>Major</td><td>R.H. Baker</td><td>Lnt 1 C.M. Comd</td><td></td><td>Lnt 1 A B parson</td></tr>
<tr><td>Major</td><td>G. McElhingue</td><td>Lnt 1 M.G.W wood</td><td></td><td>Lnd R.C. Bailey</td></tr>
<tr><td>Capt.</td><td>C.W. Gore</td><td>Lnt 1 M.G.W Comd</td><td></td><td>Lnd Andrus Comd</td></tr>
<tr><td>Lieut.</td><td>H.A.Holmgren</td><td>Lnt 1 A.A. ...</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
</table>

**(ii) Officers QUITTED during week.**

<table>
<tr><th>Rank</th><th>Name</th><th>Regt. or Corps</th><th>Date</th><th>Cause or Unit to which proceeded</th></tr>
<tr><td>Lieut.</td><td>H.A.Thompson</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>15 Sep</td><td>Wounded</td></tr>
</table>

.

(UNIT) week-ending ........................A.F.W.3008 (Revised)

**PART C.—DESCRIPTION OF OFFICERS WHOSE RETURN TO THE UNIT IS PARTICULARLY REQUESTED.**

<table>
<tr><th>Rank</th><th>Name and Initials</th><th>Regt. or Corps</th><th>Remarks (e.g., present whereabouts, if known)</th></tr>
<tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
</table>

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Army Form W.3008 (R...

**PART "D" NOMINAL ROLL OF OFFICERS ON STRENGTH**

Unit.________
PART D.—NO...

**(i) OFFICERS O...**

<table>
<tr><th>No.</th><th>Rank</th><th>Name</th><th>Corps</th><th>Appointment</th><th>Present with unit</th></tr>
<tr><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Personal Number</td><td>Substantive Rank</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>1</td><td>Lt. Lieut.-Col.</td><td>D.G. MacLauchlan</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>C.O.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>2</td><td>Major</td><td>V. Stott</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>3</td><td>Major</td><td>R.H. Baker</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Coy Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td>Major</td><td>F.H. McKenzie</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Coy Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>4</td><td>Major</td><td></td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Coy Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>5</td><td>Capt. (A/Major)</td><td>M.L. Ellis</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Coy Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>6</td><td>Capt. (A/Major)</td><td>D.C. Robinson</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c Coy</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td>Capt.</td><td>F.H. Clarke</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>S. Adjt.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td>Capt.</td><td>C.H. Dore</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>T.O.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>9</td><td>Capt.</td><td>H. Gordon</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c Coy</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>10</td><td>Capt.</td><td>W.B. Heyland</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c Coy</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>11</td><td>Capt.</td><td>D.H. Harrison</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c Coy</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>12</td><td>Capt.</td><td>R.H. Masher</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>A.C....</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>13</td><td>Capt.</td><td>Higgins</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Q.M.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>14</td><td>Capt.</td><td>A.J.J. Macdonell</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Q.M.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>15</td><td>Capt.</td><td>G.V. Stott</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>A/MR Offr</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>16</td><td>Capt.</td><td>W. Tennant</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Coy Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>17</td><td>Capt.</td><td>A.H. Turnbull</td><td>R.C.A.M.C.</td><td>M.O.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td>Capt.</td><td>G.B. Wood</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Coy Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>19</td><td>Lieut. (A/Ca.t)</td><td>D.C. Kearns</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Carrier Offr</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>20</td><td>Lieut. (A/Capt)</td><td>R.B. Westcoot</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Mortar Offr</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>21</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>H. Bacon</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c Carrier</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>22</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>S.R. Casey</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>23</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>I.J. Coady</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>2 i/c A/Tk</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>24</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>J.R. Craddock</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>25</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>N. Douglas</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. i.c.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>26</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>S.V. Word</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>27</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>M.M. Holmgren</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>28</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>A. ...</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>29</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>L.C. Magell</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>30</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>A.A. Medhurst</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>31</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>W.H. Maguire</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td>Lieut.</td><td>R.H. Moore</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>33</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>R... Munro</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pioneer Offr</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>34</td><td>Lieu .</td><td>F.J. Mekinatry</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>35</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>H.J. ... Anderson</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Scout Offr</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>36</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>... Kellar</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Pl. Cmd.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>37</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>... Wood</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td></td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td></td><td>Lieut.</td><td>W.G. Mills</td><td>R.C.O.C.</td><td>O.O.</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>39</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>J.A. Anderson</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Surplus</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>40</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>W.A. Petrey</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Surplus</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>41</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>P.H. LaFleur</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Surplus</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>42</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>A.H. Trimmer</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Surplus</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>43</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>A.C. Haley</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Surplus</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
<tr><td>44</td><td>Lieut.</td><td>A.H. MacDonald</td><td>Calg Highrs</td><td>Surplus</td><td>Yes</td></tr>
</table>

**ATTACHED**

<table>
<tr><th>Substantive Rank</th><th>Higher Act. Temporary if he...</th></tr>
<tr><td>1. Major. J.M. Garven</td><td>2 C.S.C. W.e.f. 1 Aug 44.</td></tr>
<tr><td>2. N/Capt. J.M.A. Percy</td><td>3 Bde. W.e.f. 14 Mar 43.</td></tr>
<tr><td>3. Supervisor C.J. Lannan</td><td>3 Aux Ser. W.e.f. 9 Jan 44.</td></tr>
</table>

22 Sep 44
(Date of Despatch.)

MR 740763

(Signature of Commander.)

5 Col...
(Bde, Divn., Area, etc., with which Unit is serving.)

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5 Cn FD REGT R.C.A.

Revised DF SOS task Table as of 121400B

<table>
<tr>
<th>Task No</th>
<th>Coords of Task<br>E</th>
<th>N</th>
<th>Ht</th>
<th>Axis</th>
<th>Engaged Bty</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 30</td>
<td>2170</td>
<td>7740</td>
<td>1 m</td>
<td>180°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF SOS 31</td>
<td>217</td>
<td>778</td>
<td>1 m</td>
<td>180°</td>
<td>5 Bty &nbsp;&nbsp; Apky 3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 32</td>
<td>223</td>
<td>779</td>
<td>1 m</td>
<td>90°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 33</td>
<td>232</td>
<td>769</td>
<td>1 m</td>
<td>90°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 34</td>
<td>204</td>
<td>771</td>
<td>1 m</td>
<td>32°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 35</td>
<td>193</td>
<td>749</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>220°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 40</td>
<td>278</td>
<td>758</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>30°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF SOS 41</td>
<td>260</td>
<td>757</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>45°</td>
<td>73 Bty</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 42</td>
<td>254</td>
<td>771</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>360°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 47</td>
<td>2595</td>
<td>7580</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 48</td>
<td>2330</td>
<td>7555</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 49</td>
<td>2565</td>
<td>7635</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>65°</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 51</td>
<td>1485</td>
<td>8310</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 52</td>
<td>1400</td>
<td>8170</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF SOS 53</td>
<td>1590</td>
<td>8120</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td>28 Bty</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 54</td>
<td>1505</td>
<td>7995</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
</table>

Rmheathem Capt

(R.M.LEATHEM)CAPT. RCA
Adjutant
5 Cdn Fd Regt., R.C.A.

Distribution &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; No.

5 Bty &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1
28 Bty &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2
73 Bty &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3
→5 C.I.B. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4, 5, 6, 7
C.O. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8
Adjutant &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 9

War Diaries
L 72
Ser _________ 3
Appx ________
SEP1944

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TO 4 Cdn Fd Regt, 5 Cdn Fd Regt, 6 Cdn Fd Regt 4 Cdn Inf Bde
5 Cdn Inf Bde, 6 Cdn Inf Bde, G 2 Cdn Inf Div, RA 1 Corps
RA 49 Inf Div, War Diary, File.

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RCA 2 CDN INF DIV SECRET
Copy No 36
DF & DF (SOS) TASK TABLE No 35 27 Sep 44

<table>
<tr>
<th>Task No</th>
<th>Map Ref</th>
<th>Ht(m)</th>
<th>Axis (degs)</th>
<th>Remarks</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 1</td>
<td>71798W</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>80</td>
<td rowspan="4">Cancelled. Arnhem<br>28. 1800. hr.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 2</td>
<td>707 992</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 3</td>
<td>7235 9875</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>360</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 4</td>
<td>7360 9864</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 5</td>
<td>699 987</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>30</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 6</td>
<td>7425 9892</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>100</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 7</td>
<td>7400 9975</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>100</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 8</td>
<td>7462 0000</td>
<td>8</td>
<td>110</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 9</td>
<td>7475 0092</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>105</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 10</td>
<td>5845 0683</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 11</td>
<td>5988 0617</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 12</td>
<td>6300 0475</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>345</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 13</td>
<td>6362 0514</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>345</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 14</td>
<td>6500 0491</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>25</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 15</td>
<td>6554 0462</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>20</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 16</td>
<td>6641 0436</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>30</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 17</td>
<td>6700 0351</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>55</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF(SOS)18</td>
<td>6777 0426</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td>2 and 14 Btys</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 19</td>
<td>6847 0403</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 20</td>
<td>619 049</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 21</td>
<td>7020 0179</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF(SOS)22</td>
<td>693 990</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>45</td>
<td>26 Bty</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 23</td>
<td>6865 0275</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 24</td>
<td>6840 0250</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 25</td>
<td>6865 0200</td>
<td>0</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 26</td>
<td>6935 0135</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>50</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 27</td>
<td>7050 0075</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>280</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 28</td>
<td>696 993</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>70</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 29</td>
<td>696 987</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>130</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 1001</td>
<td>7544 0180</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>130</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 1002</td>
<td>7612 0260</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>130</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 1003</td>
<td>695 983</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>30</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 1004</td>
<td>703 982</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>340</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 1005</td>
<td>708 986</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>70</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 60</td>
<td>8080 0667</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>20</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 61</td>
<td>7996 0609</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>320</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 62</td>
<td>7990 0585</td>
<td>24</td>
<td>conc</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF(SOS)70</td>
<td>7930 0530</td>
<td>21</td>
<td>160</td>
<td>6 Fd Regt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 71</td>
<td>7540 0295</td>
<td>11</td>
<td>-</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 80</td>
<td>7885 0575</td>
<td>20</td>
<td>335</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 81</td>
<td>7840 0620</td>
<td>20</td>
<td>conc</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DF 82</td>
<td>7830 0560</td>
<td>18</td>
<td>335</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
</table>

1. This table cancels all previous DF and DF(SOS) task tables.

2. Regts will be prepared to engage all tasks on which guns can be brought to bear.

3. Authority and rates of fire as per RCA 2 Cdn Inf Div Standing Orders.

for Healey-Robertson, Lieut
(M Monzon) Maj
for BMRA 2 Cdn Inf Div

DISTRIBUTION

4 Cdn Fd Regt 10 War Diary 1
5 Cdn Fd Regt 10 File 1
6 Cdn Fd Regt 10
4 Cdn Inf Bde 4
5 Cdn Inf Bde 4
6 Cdn Inf Bde 4
G 2 Cdn Inf Div 1
RA 1 Corps 1

RA 1 Pol Armd Div 1

## Page 14
4

ISSUED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH 5 BDE
MOV ORDER No 4 DATED 1 SEP 44

Appx 4

[Diagram showing tactical groupings with the following text within shapes:]

RdeM

CALG HIGHRS

△
S
LAA

RHC
+
TKS

S
Fd REGS

TS AMB FD COY

War Diaries
Ser 192
Appx 4
SEP 1944

## Page 15
baly
Hegh

INFO FROM A R PHOTOS
AS AT
1 SEPT 44

REF MAPS - GSGS 4040
SHEETS 39e 28,29, 40
APIS 2 CDN INF DIV

TRACE PART I

12
+
85

BEACHES VERY HEAVILY DEFENDED WITH M.G.
CASEMATES, WIRE AND MINEFIELDS

COMJANY SHELTER PITS

15
+
30

PARTIALLY
FLOODED

PARTIALLY
FLOODED

3 TO 9 ROWS
VERY HEAVILY DEFENDED

TANKS PITS
POSITIONS
ON DYKE
COVER CLEAR
HEAVILY
DEFENDED

FLOODED
MAIN RDS
CLEAR

+
30

+
30
30

## Page 16
S E C R E T

1 Sep 44

5 CDN INF [illegible text] NO. 5

DATE OF MOV — 2 Sep 44

ROUTES TO SP — SP — ROUTE — Dis P — as per trace "R" att.

DENSITY — 40 VTM — SPEED — 18 MPH     HALTS — NIL

MOV — Embussed on unit tpt — A Ech will accompany units

TC — Unit responsibility — Lieut J.L.Fontaine — SP: SC 5 Cdn Inf Bde — Dis P

<table>
<tr>
<th>SER</th>
<th>UNIT</th>
<th>NO. OF VEHS</th>
<th>TIME PAST SP<br>HEAD</th>
<th>TIME PAST SP<br>TAIL</th>
<th>REMARKS</th>
<th>NOTES</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Carrier Screen R H C</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>0700</td>
<td>0705</td>
<td>To be detailed by OC ß H C</td>
<td>1. Necessary A Ech tpt required to lift tps will be off loaded in present areas and vehs will return for lo ds NOT before 1130 hrs — order RHC — Calg Highrs — R de Mais.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Unit Recce Parties</td>
<td>15</td>
<td>0705</td>
<td>0710</td>
<td>Limited to 4 jeeps or 3 jeeps 1 x 15 cwt per inf bn</td>
<td>2. Unit recce parties incl pnrs with mine detectors wil RV with SC 5 Cdn Inf Bde at rd junc 279670 at 0730 h rs</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>R H C</td>
<td>90</td>
<td>0900</td>
<td>0920</td>
<td>Route to SP — most direct</td>
<td>3. Area to be occupied will be determined by recce par is who will guide pnits from Dis P.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Calg Highrs</td>
<td>90</td>
<td>0925</td>
<td>0945</td>
<td>Ensure RHC clear before passing rd junc 262535</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>HQ 5 Cdn Inf Bde</td>
<td>60</td>
<td>0945</td>
<td>1000</td>
<td>Ensure Calg Highrs clear before leaving present area</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>6</td>
<td>R de Mais</td>
<td>90</td>
<td>1000</td>
<td>1020</td>
<td>Ensure Bde HQ clear before passing pt 244536</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>18 Cdn Fd Amb</td>
<td>38</td>
<td>1020</td>
<td>1025</td>
<td>Ensure Bde HQ clear Xrds 257536</td>
<td></td>
</tr>
</table>

DISTRIBUTION

R H C          (2)     Bde Comd     S.L.          War Diary (3)
R de Mais      (2)     B M          Sigs O
Calg Highrs    (2)     S.C.         L.Os. "A" "B" "C"
18 Cdn Fd Amb          I O.         Camp
G Main 2 Cdn Inf Div   T.O.         C.S.M.
                       GSO III      File

RG Slater (signature)

(R.G.Slater)  Major
B.M. 5 Cdn Inf Bde

## Page 17
*balg*
*Heghs*

SECRET
2CS/10-2
HQ 2 Cdn Inf Div
17 Sep 44

2 CDN INF DIV DMA

Ref Map:- KEILDRECHT - ANTWERP
Sheets 23 and 33, 1/50000

*J. lee*
*19/930*

[MAP DIAGRAM showing areas labeled: HQ DMA, RCASC, RCEME, SPARE, ORD, MEDS, and numbered sections 4, 5, 6 with Bde markings, and RCA]

63
+ 91

+ 87
67

1        DMA will move to area shown above commencing PM 19 Sep 44.
It is estimated move will be completed by 201200A.

2        Sups will be drawn in respective RCASC Coy locations in new
area 211500A, and until then from fwd sup P as already notified.

3        Amn and pet will be available in new area from 201500A.

R.B MacNeill
(R B MacNeill)Maj
DAQMG
for AA & QMG - 2 Cdn Inf Div

DISTRIBUTION:-

List 'D' plus
'Q' 2 Cdn Corps Rear
'Q'(Moves) 2 Cdn Corps Main

## Page 18
(B) NOTES (Contd)

4. Recce Parties

(a) Normal unit recce parties will proceed independently to clear bds SP by 180800A Hrs.

(b) Vehs will be kept to a minimum.

(c) Rations for the day are required.

(d) Route as per route card.

(e) Inf bns, 5 Cdn Fd Regt, 18 Cdn Fd Amb recce parties will contact their COs at the CHATEAU 744929 on arrival for areas etc. Remaining sp arms will have areas and tasks allotted by a member of the Bde Staff at the a/m RV.

(f) Unit recce parties will pick up coins at Dis P during late afternoon. An LO from this HQ will be sent fwd to CHATEAU to indicate approx time of arrival.

5. Inf Bns will incl in their coins 2 - 40 MM LAA guns which will report to unit areas this evening.

6. H Hr for move 0800A - 18 Sep 44.

7. Message GO-3 of 161400B is CANCELLED.

OC Caly Hughes.
Route cards NOT yet avail able when
this det left. Follow same route as described
yesterday — move of RHC adenes by GOC
(Can Inf Div.

HG Slater
maj.

## Page 19
C11

"SECRET"
SUPPLEMENT TO
2 CDN INF DIV
TRACE of REPORT LINES
26 SEPT 44
1:100 000
SHEET 3

80
+ 16

ROSE

DAISY

VIOLET

LILLY

PANSY

ROSSERS

←PEARL

DIAMOND RUBY

73
+ 07
FIELD

BENNY

90
+ 07 GEORGE

◯ TONY

## Page 20
MESSAGE FORM

FROM: · 5 Cdn Inf Bde &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 020720B

TO &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; R H C &nbsp;&nbsp; R de Mais &nbsp;&nbsp; Calg Highrs

GO-2 CONFIDENTIAL (.) Weather forecast for tonight from 01220 hrs wind
southerly 4-7 mph at first becoming south south east 12-18 mph later (.)
Rare clouds at first continuous slight intermittent rain at night cloudy
NO low clouds at first 8-10/10 at 2000 - 3000 feet lowering to 1000 - 2000
feet occasionally VIS 4 - 8 miles deteriorating during rain to 1 - 2 miles
(.) outlook cloudy with continuous slight rain (.) all infm

If liable -- etc --

W. Brown Lt.

## Page 21
MESSAGE FORM

FR&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; · &nbsp;&nbsp; 5 Cdn Inf Bde &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 020700B

TO &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; R H C &nbsp;&nbsp; R de Mais &nbsp;&nbsp; Calg Highrs

GO-1 SECRET (.) extracts from FIRST CDN ARMY ops summary period to 302400B (.) 8 US CORPS attack on BREST continues against very hy resistance (.) approx str of german garrison 13000 (.) 12 US CORPS (.) firm in TROYES stif. opposition to EAST (.) 20 US CORPS (.) armour reached ST DIZIER T9408 and BRIENNE T3399 (.) 7 US CORPS reach LAON (.) 5 US CORPS reached line LARGNY S6383 SENLIS 328 (.) 19 US CORPS armour reached MOUIS 06950 (.) 2 Brit Army 30 CORPS (.) armour reached area BEAUVAIS M9008 and M9733 (.) armd cars patrolling rd CREVECOEUR M9127 to GRANDVILLIERS M8234 (.) 12 CORPS (.) armour reached GOURNAY-EN-BRAY S6515 (.) armd cars fwd to line S6828 (.) FIRST CDN ARMY (.) 4 CDN ARMD DIV (.) adv continued to CATENAY 3631 - LA CAMPAGNE 3723 - LE LONL 3824 and reached BUCHY and pt 201 at 3830 (.) patrols of recce regt on line of R CHEVON (.) 3 CDN INF DIV (.) recce regt fighting in outskirts of NEUFCHATEL 4645 and in BURES 4050 (.) adv continues to areas 4140 3846 3737 (.) 1 POLISH ARMD DIV conc area 345015 (.) FLASH (.) 11 BRIT ARMD DIV have secured AMIENS N15 and swinging NW have secured FLIXCOURT M97 (.)

ISUM to 010100B (.) identifications by PW (.) 331 ENGR BN 331 INF DIV (.) sup coln 346 ENGR BN 346 INF DIV (.) 3 SS PGR 2 SS PZ DIV DAS REICH (.) 116 PZ DIV (.) 731 GR 711 INF DIV (.) 1054 GR 1053 GR 85 INF DIV (.) 559 GR 331 INF DIV (.) 8 TP 2 BTY 16 ARTY REGT 16 GAF now under comd 7ll INF DIV according to PW STATEMENT (.) 125 PGR 2 PZ DIV 1 FLAK A3LT REGT 878 GR 346 INF DIV REICH LABOUR SERVICE org into FLAK unit (.) with exception of 331 ENGR BN encountered in reduced coy str and 8 TP 16 ARTY REGT NO organized resistance met (.) remains of 16 ARTY REGT believed withdrawing direction AMIENS (.) APIS reports gun emplacements 201496 179507 188518 224517 229523 151507 (.) possible demolition 229475 (.) V-1 sites 144452 183440 and 271473 (.) Xxxxxxx ground observation V-1 assembly plant in large cave RIGHT bank of R SEINE BIASSARD 126109 (.) launching site V-1 near two chateaux same area (.) area NORTH end of present axis of adv very heavily mined (.) atk ditches area NORTH end of present axis of adv very heavily mined (.) atk ditches demolitions and rd blocks should be expected (.) requirement PW identificatio made by fwd units must be forwarded to GSI Hq 2 Cdn Inf Div by quickest means (.) all infm

If liable &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; W. Brown Lt.

## Page 22
Z. 9533/63727P 490M (Pads of 100) 5/43 M[...][...]

ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large) **MESSAGE FORM** Register No. 2

| | Srl. No. | Priority | • | Transmission Instructions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|

ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY.

| FROM | Originator | Date-Time of Origin. | Office Date Stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| (A) | 5 Cdn Inf Bde | 050800B | CZ 2 XI 44 E SIGNALS |

For Action.

TO R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS
(W) For Information (INFO)

| Message Instructions. | GR |
|---|---|

Originator's No.

GO 2 SECRET(.) ISUM NO 45 infm to 042100B(.) identification Hq coy 630 OST bn (.) 5 tps 276 FLAK ABT(.) 2 tp 984 FLAK ABT(.) 1 coy 272 FUS Bn 272 inf div(.) 245 fd ERSATZ Bn 245 inf div(.) all stragglers(.) PW3 state 630 OST bn att 744 gr 711 inf div and 245 fd ERSATZ bn att 955 GR 245 inf div(.) recce reports few enemy encountered in triangle area LE CRIEL 4178 - ST SAENS 3355 - DIEPPE 2268 with exception of occasional stragglers in woods(.) suspected fly bomb sites reported along R VIENNE sgs 1557 - 1556 - 1553 and in wood sq 1655(.) total PW through div cage 031800 - 041800B 2 offrs 75 ORs (.) all infm

This message may be sent AS WRITTEN by any means except [signature] WIRELESS.

Signed.

If liable to be Intercepted or to fall into enemy hands this message must be sent IN CIPHER.

Signed.

Originator's Instructions. Degree of Priority.

| Time | System | Op. |
|---|---|---|
| THI or TOR | | |
| Time Cleared | | |

## Page 23
FROM: 5 CDN INF BDE<br>
TO: RHC R DE MAI3 CALG HIGHR3,5 CDN FD R, C 3Q 8 RECCE, "A" COY-<br>
TOR 3COT3

GO 7 SECRET (.) sitrep based on infm received up to 100600B (.)<br>
1 POL armd div still encountering strong enemy resistance (.) 4<br>
CDN armd div (.) fighting still continues for brhead area 8794-8793<br>
(.) 3 CDN inf div (.) Reg Rifle Regt broke through to the sea at<br>
WISSANT 7371 (.) US army (.) 12 and 30 US corps on R MOSELLE from<br>
excl NANCY U81 to excl THIONVILLE U88 (.) elts of 5 US div across<br>
river at U7849 3W of METZ against hy resistance (.) 7 US armd div<br>
elts across at U7852 (.) 15 US corps moving on right flank to area<br>
Y52 3E of TROYES (.) 7 US cores cleared LIEGE K42 and elts reached<br>
K5332 (.) 2 BRIT army (.) GUARDS armd div gained brhead over ALBERT<br>
CANAL area K1881 (.) 11 armd divrepulsed in attemptto drive NORTH<br>
from ANTWERP (.) 2 CDN inf div (.) 4 CDN inf bde (.) at 1000 hrs<br>
t wo coys R REGT C entered BLANKENBERGHE 7911 clear of enemy (.)<br>
RHLI took up coy posns cutting the main EA3T rds leading out of<br>
OSTEND (.) ESSEX 3COT occupy OSTEND with one coy in 6101 and patrols<br>
WEST on main rd to NORTH and SOUTH rd sq 5295 (.) 5 CDN inf bde (.)<br>
HQ area Xrds 2178 and R DE MAI3 area BOURBOURGVILLE 1175 shelled<br>
during night believed from DUNKERQUE (.) CALG HIGHR3 occupied LOON-<br>
PLAGE 1380 NTR (.) 6 CDN inf bde (.) CAMERONS OF C occupied LA<br>
PANNE 3990 patrols to 385899 discovered and destroyed enemy coastal<br>
gun (.) FU3 MR astride main rd running thru sqs 4088 and 4087 (.)<br>
3 3ASK R occupy NIEUPORT 5192 with one coy NIEUPORT-BAINS 4995 (.)<br>
patrols discoveredfairly hy enemy posn 4794 incl guns MMGs and inf (.)<br>
3 3ASK R patrols out the main rd at Xrds 459985 and Xrds 465915 (.)<br>
TOR 3COT (MG) with three MMG coys relieving 7 CDN RECCE REGT 101200B<br>
GRAVELINES 0680 (.) all infm

If liable [signature]<br>
- - - IN CIPHER [signature]

## Page 24
9533/63727P 490M (Pads of 50) 5/43 Ml 71945 51-07-50

ARMY FORM C 2136 (Large) MESSAGE FORM Register No. 1 3

Cell Srl. No. Priority Transmission Instructions

ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY.

FROM Originator Date-Time of Origin. Office Date Stamp
(A) 1615B
5 CDN INF BDE 12xxxxxxx
xxxxxxxx
For Action.

[ARMY SIGNALS stamp: C7 12 XI 4 E]

TO R H C R DE MAIS CALG HIGHRS 5 CDN FD REGT
(W) For Information (INFO) Message Instructions GR

Originator's No

GO 2 SECRET(.) SITREP based on infm to 111600B(.) 1 BRIT CORPS(.) attack of LE HAVRE going according to plan(.) 51 div right and 49 div left have practically reached sea(.) NINTH US ARMY(.) 8 US corps street fighting began in BREST 10 sep(.) THIRD US ARMY(.) 15 US corps with 2 FRENCH armd div and 79 US inf div moving up to extend MOSELLE line to EPINAL V 05(.) 12 US corps on line NEUFCHATEL Z47 - 7169 -8287 - U7012(.) 20 US corps meeting hy opposition along MOSELLE - 25 US inf div moved one regt into brhead 11 sep(.) FIRST US ARMY(.) 5 US corps (.) 5 US armd div entered LUXEMBOURG P81 morning 10 sep and fwd tps approaching german frontier on gen line P9214 - 9318 and 8830(.) 28 US inf div advancing on left of US armd div reached gen line FRENCH-LUXEMBOURG border area P6350 and 6560(.) 7 US corps(.) NORTH OF EPA... K61 and NW of VERVIERS K62(.) 19 US corps area R MEUSE SOUTH of MAASTRICHT K55 and WEST AND NORTH of HASS LT K35(.) SECOND BRIT ARMY(.) gds armd div hold brhead in str over MEUSLESCAUT canal and report no opposition NORTH of canal since 10 sep - brhead area K3596(.) infm to 120001B(.) FIRST CDN ARMY(.) 1 POL armd div(.) 3 POL inf bde in GHENT(.) armour to move there this morning(.) enemy still occupy NORTH part of town(.) 4 CDN armd div(.) only small advs made in brhead area SOUTH of BRUGES against stiff enemy resistance(.) 3 CDN inf div patrolling continued(.) 7 CDN inf bde area town 7572 - town 7771 - main rd 8072(.) 8 CDN inf bde area 7356 - 7338 - 7554(.) 9 CDN inf bde(.) no change(.)

Excerpts from SITREP 2 CDN INF DIV inf as of 111700B(.) ESSEK SCOTS continue to surround enemy posn WEST END PLAGE(.) 18 ARMD CAR REGT relieved R REGT C on rly line NORTH OF BRUGE to 831130(.) 4 CDN INF DIV(.) 22 cdn armd regt DOORN xxxxxxxx 912942(.) 28 cdn armd regt and Line & Welld Regt heavily engaged area 886954(.) Alg R in posns 863957 872952(.) 29 cdn armd recce regt held up by A tk fire at 900945(.) 21 cdn armd regt still on WEST side of canal(.) POLISH armd div crossing

This message may be sent brhead infm on SITREP area fell infm POLISH div(.)
AS WRITTEN by any means Into enemy hands this message must Time System Op.
except Degree of Priority.
} WIRELESS. be sent IN CIPHER. THI or TOR

Time Cleared
Signed. Signed.

## Page 25
ARMY FORM C2136 (Small)
40/P&S/2433(5945)(Pads of 100)

**MESSAGE FORM**

Register No. 1

Call | Srl No. | Priority | Transmission Instructions

**ABOVE THIS LINE FOR SIGNALS USE ONLY**

**OFFICE DATE STAMP**

FROM (A)

Originator: 5 CDN INF BDE

Date—Time of Origin: 192015A

For Action

TO R H C R DS MAIS CALG HIGHRS

(W) For Information (INFO)

Message Instructions —— GR ——

Originator's No.

CO 5 INTRCT(.) one(.) intercorns by 2 CDN CORPS - 12 CORPS effective 201000a(.) rd from rd junc 884283 - BL UUOT 8684 thence line of wood to canal junc 887334 thence line of intermittation and canal to pt 792377 all incl 2 CDN CORPS thence line of rd to br 768868 thence river to br 761861 thence rd to DUCAT 7382 all excls 2 CDN CORPS(.) two(.) 2 CDN CORPS to have running rights on rd 792807 to Xrds 785861 to rd and rly arc swing 788870(.) three(.) 2 CDN INF DIV assumes responsibility of sector up to above bdy at 201000A(.)

THIS MESSAGE MAY BE SENT **AS WRITTEN** BY ANY MEANS } EXCEPT } WIRELESS

IF LIABLE TO BE INTERCEPTED OR TO FALL INTO ENEMY HANDS, THIS MESSAGE MUST BE SENT **IN CIPHER**

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THI or TOR

SIGNED SIGNED *Cm all Sulabery Capt* Time cleared

## Page 26
MESSAGE FORM

FROM 5 CDN INF BDE TIME 212345A

TO R H C R DE MAIN CALC HIQHRE 5 CDN FD REGT
20 CDN Atk BTI 17 CDN LAA BTY
1 PL A COY TOR SCOTS 18 CDN FD AMB

GO V SECRET (.) ITEM no 57 (.) infm toH11550A (.) identifications (.)
1 coy 404 BLANDSSSCHUSTZEM BN 810830A at 827956 PW (.) one pl of Pws
coy in posn 827956 str thirty to forty (.) remainder of coy situated
in FM 830947 (.) PW believes two or three coys now in JANTHOVEN 8595
arriving 4 sep from LILLE (.) PWs state normal org of bn is six coys
each of three plas(.) coy str approx 200 (.) believes only four coys
at present this area and orders for withdrawal expected any time since
warning order received 19 sep (.) PW 41 years old states all personnel
incl offrs and NCOs over 40 (.) many of low category and none with
battle experience to date (.) weapons normal inf but do NOT incl
PZ FAUST or mortars (.) KGP SCHILLING night 20/21 sep 690002 (.)
formed part of fighting patrol 80 strong incl two officers (.) task
was to push back our adv elements over canal (.) KGP SCHILLING believed
bn str composed four coys incl former personnel 659 GR 531 inf divand
149 TD ERSATA BN 49 inf div (.) comd MAJ SCHILLING may be responsible
sector MARIAM 6998 to SCHOOTER 7499 (.) three coys up one in res (.)
present orders this bn to hold as long as possible (.) digging in
wood 782961 (.) now at 795953 sentries patrol canal banks at all times
(.) LMGs reported at 809948 809947 809946 (.) br 889985 partially
demolished (.) give report H, at CAPELLEN 6907 (.) requirement (.)
for effective counter bty an intermittent shelling complete shellrep
must be submitted when ever shelling occurs (.) all infm

if liable - - - - -
- - - - - IN CIPHER

ANNEX 32

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Appendix

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21 ARMY GROUP

Appoy 8

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Ap

**PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE C-in-C**

**(TO BE READ TO ALL TROOPS)**

1. I want today, 17 September, to speak to all soldiers in the Group of Armies under my command.

2. What a change has come over the scene since I last spoke to you on 21 August. **Then** we were moving up towards the SEINE, having inflicted a decisive defeat on the German armies in Normandy. **Today** the SEINE is far behind us; the Allies have removed the enemy from practically the whole of France and Belgium, except in a few places, and we stand at the door of Germany.

And by the terrific energy of your advance northwards from the Seine, you brought quick relief to our families and loved ones in England — by occupying the launching sites of the flying bombs.

We have advanced a great way in a short time, and we have accomplished much. The total of prisoners captured is now nearly 400,000; and there are many more to be collected from those ports in Britany and in the Pas de Calais that are still holding out.

The enemy has suffered immense losses in men and material; it is becoming problematical how much longer he can continue the struggle.

3. Such a historic march of events can seldom have taken place in history in such a short space of time.

You have every reason to be very proud of what you have done.

Let us say to each other :

« This was the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes ».

4. And now the Allies are closing in on Nazi Germany from the east, from the south, and from the west; her satellite powers have thrown the towel into the ring — they have had enough of the Nazis, and they now fight on our side. Our American Allies are fighting on German soil in many places; very soon we shall all be there.

5. The Nazi leaders have ordered the people to defend Germany to the last and to dispute every inch of ground; this is a very natural order, and we would do the same ourselves in a similar situation.

But the mere issuing of orders is quite useless; you require good men and true to carry them out.

The great mass of the German people know that their situation is already hopeless, and they will think more clearly on this subject as we advance deeper into their country; they have little wish to continue the struggle.

6. Whatever orders are issued in Germany, and whatever action is taken on them, no human endeavours can now prevent the complete and utter defeat of the armed forces of Germany; their fate is certain, and their defeat will be absolute.

The triumphant cry now is

« Forward into Germany ».

7. Good luck to you all, and good hunting in Germany.

B. L. Montgomery
Field - Marshal

C-in-C 21 Army Group.

Belgium
17 Sept. 1944.

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the REGIMENTAL JOURNAL

**GILIEM** affor 9

9

THE CALGARY HIGHLANDERS - C.A.
Allied with The ARGYLL AND SUTHERLAND HIGHLANDERS (Princess Louise's)

VOL VI
NO IV

Aug - Sept
1944

[ILLUSTRATION: Drawing of a soldier in combat gear examining items, with a German helmet visible in the foreground and ruins/destruction in the background]

SEP 1944

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ADDRESS

This is the first opportunity to speak to all of you, Officers, Non-commissioned Officers, and Men since we left England. We have moved far and fast since that day, and conditions of which you are fully aware as I am, have made it unwise to have you together in a small compact group so that I could speak to you. I have talked to many of you individually at odd times, now I want to express a few of my thoughts to all of you through the medium of the "GLEN".

It is a much more "grown up" battalion now, after the experiences it has been through in those last months, and although in my opinion it was a first class Unit then, I think it is even a better Unit now. There has been many changes in the Unit and we have lost many of our old friends. We have been joined by many new men, but one of the things which has pleased me so much, is that, den spite of all new men who have joined us from so many other Units and different places, there is no question that it is still The Calgary Highlanders.

Your pride in yourselves individually and as a battalion is certainly justified by your accomplishments. It is too early yet to tabulate too much detail about those accomplishments and anyway security regulations would not permit. There will be time enough for that when the job is thoroughly completed, but this much I can say, that I have always felt an unbounded pride in the Battalion, but the accomplishments both by the Unit and by individuals in it beggars my poor powers to describe. In many cases,- and of this I am very sure,- our successes have resulted, not only from military strategy, human logic, individual gallantry and bravery, and collective unity of effort, but something infinitely stronger than all these - the Grace of God.

MET
You have unflinchingly the most exacting demands that have been made on you. You have at all times shown a courage and cheerfulness, a pri in yourselves, in your Unit, and in your country, and an unconquerable determination successfully to execute any task,- and you have done it time and time again.

Most of our path has been far from easy and I do not expect the balance of it to be any easier. We have made great strides along that path and I am completely confident that having overcome the obstacles you have, nothing, in fact can restrain you,- and the distance is vastly shorter than when we started.

Of this too, I am sure. When the record of your achievements is read, it will compare favourably with your predecessors. It will give you a rating with any Unit at any time and will most completely justify your faith and pride in yourselves and the hopes and expectations of relatives, friends and supporters at home. I consider you truly worthy successors to the "Fighting Tenth" 10th Bn. C.E.F. (the last War) the Unit which you perpetuate. You are nobly and heroically fulfilling the obligations of your service and the bursting pride which I feel in you will be shared by the country you represent.

As far as the honour which was recently awarded me is concerned, I look upon that as physical evidence of the recognition of the magnificent performance you have consistently given, and as such, shall wear with the greatest pride.

On your behalf I wish to thank all the supporting arms and all branches of the service that have from time to time so ably assisted us in our tasks. Their help has been magnificent and we are deeply appreciative.

My most sincere congratulations for all you have accomplished. We will continue with equal perseverance until the final successful culmination of our efforts. For that ensure time good luck to you all, Officers, Non-commissioned Officers, and Men and may God continue to grant us his support in the future as he has done in the past.

"THE OLD MAN".

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THEM HE

WROTE HOME

EDITORS NOTE; Jack Lee, who formerly wrote the series "Then He Wrote Home" is out of the Battalion at the present due to wounds received in battle. We understand his wounds have healed, but it is doubtful wheather Jack will return. In the meantime at least an effort is being made to carry on in Jack's place.

TO THE FOLKS AT HOME — Being as I am in France and am very busy digging slit trenches and other necessary actions, I haven't had much time to write. Every time I got ready to write we would have to move or Jerry would lob over a few 88's or Moaning Minnies.

Thes Moaning Minniesare quite the thing. Back on the farm we had a lot of funny noises, but nothing quite like these Minnies. You hear them once and you never forget them. A fellow can't come right out and explain them, but the name just about fits them. I've been thinking of taking one back to the homestead for post war reasons. Then when the tax and bill collectors come around I can set it off and watch them dig in on some one else's quart.

These Jerry's are quite the lads when it comes to 88's and Minnies, but get them alone and they aren't so hot. One day our A/L/Cpl was out scouting for a P38, travelling light he has a sten and mags. He's looking into a Jerry trench when "Whiz" a sniper makes a pass at him. Our A/L/Cpl jumps into the trench and lets go a full mag, he's putting on the second one when four Square Heads came out with their hands in the air shouting "KAMARAD". Our A/L/Cpl looks them over for one of the great P38s and almost sent them back when he found they didn't have any. However he put one of the Jerry's who could parley a little English in charge and sent them back to Coy. H.Q. They went happily off across the field and our A/L/Cpl proceeds on his way looking for a P38.

I haven't been hearing from you much lately. But I guess that is on account of you not writing as often as you did

when you used to write often. My girl friend has slipped too. Maybe it's because she is playing around with one of those big dough guys back there. Them maybe she got to hearing about me mixing it a little with some of the English femmes back in England. However you can let her know it was only casual stuff on my part, I can't help it if they insist on taking me out can I ? Over here a guy is too busy digging holes and looking for cider to bother with girl friends. You might cast a hint her way that I might be running a bit short on smokes. We only get a small issue from the good old Army, but the poor wee French girls can hardly get any.

A lot of the fellowsare sort of lost because there aren't any pubs with good Beer like there was in England. Instead the people have their own private cider still in their homes.. Some of the cider is pretty rough stuff, but I would rather drink it than the water we got here. Some big nob has got the idea that lime kills germs, so they up and sling in shovels full. If it wasn't for the cider we would sure be in a bad way. I think there must be a lime issue in place of blanoo these days. A couple of the boys were knocked out on the water and if it hadn't been for the cider bringing them round it's hard to say where he would be to-day.

Remember me telling you about the Duke making stuff in his still and how the butler used to clean the sink with it ? Well they have some stuff over here with a fancy French name that makes the Duke's brew taste like rain water. Some of the boys were spiked their cider with it, but it soon had them spiked colder than a High River blonde. Next morning the M.O. said they would be O.K. when their stomach had relined. We used it in our lighters and it worked fine until it started eating the cases away.

I had a letter from the butler the other day. He said the Duke would have written too only he lost his pen to the butler in a crap game.

Well I must away to my hole, I hear some moaning. At first I thought it was one of the cider drinkers, but it's Minny alright. Your gift to humanity —
PTE TUMBLEWEED.

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ON ACTIVE SERVICE PUBLISHED AT "A" ECH.
MONDAY 4 SRPT. 44

Copy 10

VOL 2 NO 6

10 GLEN

*Allied Troops Reported*
*At Brussels*

FRANCE - BRITISH 2ND : : ARMOURED COLUMNS ARE DRIVING AHEAD AFTER CROSSING THE BELGIUM FRONTIER NOT FAR FROM LILLE.

ONE REPORT SAYS THAT BRITISH ARMOURED CARS HAVE REACHED BRUSSELS.

AMERICAN TROOPS ARE PUSHING FORWARD ON A 30 MILE FRONT PARALLEL TO THE BRITISH TRUST AND AREREPORTED TO HAVE FREED MONS.

GENERAL PATTON'S SPEARHEAD, STILL OPERATING IN SECURITY SILENCE ARE DRAWING IN TOWARDS THE GERMAN BORDER, THEY WERE LAST REPORTED NEAR NANCY AND METZ.

CANADIANS ON THE CHANNEL COAST HAVE OUT-FLANK ABBEVILLE.

AMERICAN AND FRENCH FORCES IN SOUTHERN FRANCE ARE REPORTED 35 MILES NORTHEAST OF LYONS.

THE WAR OFFICE HAS ANNOUNCED THE NAMES SOME UNITED KINGDOM TROOPS SERVING IN NORTHERN FRANCE; THEY ARE THE 23RD HUSSARS AND A UNIT OF THE WORCESTERSHIRE REGT.

ITALY - THE BRITISH 8TH ARMY ON THE ADRIATIC, ARE PUSHING INTO THE UNFORTIFIED COUNTRY BEFORE RIMINI WITH THE PLAIN TOWARDS THE VALLEY OF THE PO AND NORTHERN ITALY BEFORE THEM.

RUSSIA - RUSSIA HAS AGREED WITH FINLAND THAT FIGHTING BETWEEN THE RED ARMY AND FINNISH TROOPS SHOULD STOP THIS MORNING.

RED ARMY FORCES IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE TRANSYLVANIAN ALPS HOLD A TOWN ONLY 15 MILES FROM THE HIGHEST PEAKS.

A SOVIET PUSH IS ALSO DEVELOPING TOWARDS YUGOSLAVIA.

PACIFIC - BOMBERS FROM THE SOUTH WEST PACIFIC WITH LIGHTINGS FROM AN UNNAMED BASE HAVE STRUCK A SECOND HEAVY BLOW AT JAPANESE AIRFIELDS AND HARBOURS AT DAVIO IN THE PHILIPPINES. War Diaries

Ser ..................... 192
Appx .................. 1 0

GENERAL - NO GERMAN AIR ACTIVITY WAS REPORTED OVER BRITAIN LAST NIGHT.

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Appendix to War Dear

France

France and Belgium
Sep 16 - 17 - 18 1944
Enroute from Loon Plage 1368 to Antwerp 685960 (centre)
Lieut Col. D.F. MacLauchlan and Lieut N.S. Moore I.O.)
Also two static days in Borsbeek 782933 at 5 C.I.B. H.Q.

At 1345 hrs on the 16 day September 1944, Lieut Col D.F.
MacLauchlan and the I.O. travelled to 5 C.I.B. main HQ
at Looburgio 1671 sheet 39/25 where they met Lieut Col Frank
Hutchell and his I.O. of the R.H.C. and Lieut Col Julein Bibeau and
his I.O. of the Regiment de Mais.
At 1400 hrs Major Slater, B.M. of 5 C.I.B. gave this party
the official route from Looberghe to Antwerp. Lieut Col D.F. MacL-
and the rest of the party were to motor by jeep to Antwerp to
meet Brigadier A.J. Wiegils at 5 C.I.B. Tac HQ. at Borsbeek 7893.
by 1800 hrs.
Around 1415 hrs the advance party headed by Lieut Col D.F. MacL
started on the long trip of approximately 130 miles in length.
The C.O. drove his own jeep because of one prime reason. His
driver on many occasions has caused extra prey hairs to sprout
free and all for no good reason. The driver's sense of balance
and discretion is entirely lacking in every way and it was
well a sigh of relief that the I.O. rode along with the C.O. driving
and not the scatter brain driver, who had, on many occasions
in the past nearly driven the I.O. crazy. One thing is certain
at this juncture. There will very shortly be a new "semray"
jeep driver.
We passed through beautiful country enroute and upon passing
into Belgium, at Roosberghe, the party were stopped because of
a flat tire on Lieut Col D.F.MacL— jeep. During this short
cataroo we partook of a luscious cold beer and a relief
of feelings.
We followed "Trump" route until we reached oost Capelle
when our route changed to "Diamonds" and then to "Hearts". The
route was very well marked throughout and map reading
presented little difficulty until a little later, which will
be explained as the diary progresses.
*(Delte) Such very lovely spots as Roulers, Thielt and Ighaut,
were passed through during the trip, and many spots
of Canadian historical interest were seen as we unfortunately
had to speed by, due to the time limits. We saw Canadian
and British cemeteries and memorials, and German 1914-18
fortifications. The Canadian cemetery near Poelcappelle
6468 was noticeably well kept and certainly a joy to behold
in the extraordinary brilliance of bright fresh flowers.)
A—— troops road during the trip was the presence of
3 Lane cement highways. As a matter of fact the roads were
