“All ranks of the 42nd East Lancashire Division most heartily congratulate the 55th West Lancashire Division on their magnificent defence of GIVENCHY. They are glad to be able to think that the work and plans commenced by them stood their Lancashire brothers in good stead.”
From the 51st Division, April 10th, 1918:—
“Heartiest congratulations from all ranks 51st (Highland) Division on the fine victory won by you yesterday.”
From the 57th Division:—
“All ranks 57th Division congratulate 55th Division on their fine fight.”
From the Mayor of Preston, April 13th, 1918:—
“I have heard with greatest admiration of the splendid work of the Officers and men of your Division. We are very proud of them.”
EXTRACTS FROM NEWSPAPERS.
“The Times,” April 11th, 1918:—
55th DIVISION’S FINE FIGHTING.