(a) When the third objective (the blue line) is attained, it will be organized and consolidated as the main line of resistance.
(b) If the enemy is able to develop an immediate counter-attack, or if he has a definite plan, and the troops available in close reserve for the defence of the blue line, it may not be possible to reach the third objective. In this case the second objective (red line) will become the main line of resistance, and will be consolidated and organized in depth accordingly.
(c) Definite plans will be prepared to deal with either case. The Corps must be prepared, as early as possible, to fight a stiff defensive battle on the main line of resistance.
Battle Instructions No. 13
1. The 5th Australian Division will move into its assembly area by Brigade Groups as follows:
"A" Brigade Group on the night 4th-5th August from Montières to Camon and Rivery area. Quarters have been arranged for one brigade, less one battalion. Shelters will be drawn from Area Commandant, Camon, for this battalion.
"B" Brigade Group from Allonville area to forward area.
"C" Brigade Group from Vaux area to Allonville area.
2. For the purposes of staging, Poulainville will be included as one of the battalion areas of the Allonville brigade area.
The camp in Bois de Mai has been allotted for the use of the 5th Division nucleus.
It is left to the discretion of the G.O.C., 5th Australian Division, as to whether the Battalion at Poulainville moves on the night of 4th August.
3. On the night 5th-6th August the 5th Australian Division will continue its move into its allotted assembly grounds in the forward area.
4. Rear parties are to be left in charge of all camps until handed over to the Area Commandant.
Battle Instructions No. 14
ARMOURED CAR BATTALION