- Defence of Festubert
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The Defence of Festubert was an engagement early in the Great War when units of the British Army and Indian Army defended the village of Festubert against a German attack on 23-24 Nov 1914.[1][2] It is notable for being one of the first actions in the war in which an attack was made against a prepared defensive position, thus foreshadowing the years of trench warfare which were to come.[3]
The British and Indian regiments that took part were awarded the battle honour Festubert 1914.
This engagement should not be confused with the Battle of Festubert which took place in the following spring.
References
- ^ T.F. Mills France and Flanders (archive of Regiments.org page)
- ^ The Long, Long Trail The Winter Operations 1914-15
- ^ The Battles of La Bassée, Messines and Armentières (12-18 October 1914)
Categories:- Battle honours of the British Army
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