8. July 16 it entered line near St. Hilaire, and was withdrawn the 20th.

Rheims.

9. It was immediately thrown into line in the Bois de Vrigny, where it fought in an attempt to prevent the Allies from annihilating the German troops in the Soissons-Chateau Thierry-Rheims pocket.

Laon.

10. About August 10 the division was withdrawn and went to rest in the region of Laon.

Laffaux.

11. September 3 it relieved the 27th Division near Laffaux, and, being surprised by a French attack, lost heavily (2,300 prisoners).

12. September 16 it was relieved by the 29th Division.

Rheims.

13. The division came back into line near Betheny (northeast of Rheims) on October 2 and was withdrawn about the 8th.