PART II.
Mobilisation.
The Battalion mobilised on the outbreak of war. It had actually gone into camp at Eastbourne, but was brought back to London within a few hours of its arrival.
A second and third Battalion were soon formed. (See pp. 30, 31.)
First Battalion.
Making stays of varying duration en route at Wimbledon, Hersham, and Bisley (for three weeks), the 1st Battalion finally reached Crowborough, where it remained under canvas until ordered abroad.
It embarked on November 4th, 1914. The following were the officers:—
Lieut.-Col. W. D. Earl Cairns (Commanding).
Lieut.-Col. (Hon. Col.) C. G. R. Matthey, V.D. (Second-in-Command).
Major.—N. C. King, T.D.