Lieutenant-Colonel Brooke, D.S.O., 3rd Bn. Grenadier Guards, if present, will command the attack on the Y line.
In the absence of Lieut.-Colonel Brooke, senior officer present will command.
Stokes Gun Sections will act in accordance with orders of O.C. attack.
12. It is the object of these dispositions to ensure a steady flow of troops so as to press the strongest possible attack against each successive objective.
Rear lines will reinforce leading lines wherever they appear thin.
No troops will be left in any objective when the attack goes on.
The task of the two leading Guards Brigades is to
drive the attack through Lesbœufs to the ultimate objective by every means in their power.
3rd Guards Brigade will be in close reserve to carry out any of the following duties, as may be required:
(a) To pass through Z and press the attack behind the cavalry.