HIS MAJESTY THE COLONEL-IN-CHIEF AND GENERAL ELLES
SPECIAL ORDER NO. 18.
By Major-General H. J. Elles, C.B., D.S.O., Commanding TANK CORPS in the Field.
18th October, 1918.
1. His Majesty the King was graciously pleased to become COLONEL-IN-CHIEF of the Tank Corps on the 17th instant.
2. The following telegram was sent on behalf of the TANK CORPS:
“To H. M. the King,
“The news that your Majesty has graciously consented to become Colonel-in-Chief of the Tank Corps has just been received here. All ranks are deeply sensible of this signal honour conferred upon the Corps and are determined to continue worthy of it.
GENERAL ELLES.
“Advanced H. Q. Tank Corps.
In the Field. 17th October.”