The 4th Bavarian Division went through some very severe offensive and defensive fights and came through them with honors.
The prisoners examined gave proof of vigor and tenacity if not of intelligence. As soon as it is filled up again this division shall again take its place on the most effective fronts (December, 1917).
It is to be noted that February, 1918, it is not yet completely filled up and does not seem to be in shape for an offensive.
1918.
1. The division remained in the quiet Thiaucourt sector until late March when it was relieved by the 40th Division. On April 14 it entrained at Nancieulles and traveled via Audun le Romain-Longuyon-Sedan-Charleville-Hirson-Avesnes-Denain-Orchies to Rouchin. It marched to Armentieres, arriving on April 16, and proceeded to reserve near Bailleul on the following day.
Kemmel.
2. On the 23d of April the division came into line northeast of Dranoutre, suffered heavy losses about here, and was relieved about May 1.
3. The division rested until June 11 in the north of France. During this time it was reviewed by the King of Bavaria and Prince Franz. The division commander was decorated.
Flanders.
4. It returned to line near Merris about June 11. It continued in line, suffering heavy losses until July 10.