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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D1079/31
TitleCaptain W K S Haslam's First World War diary in his role as an artillery officer
Date1916-1917
DescriptionThe diary covers the period 6 July 1916 to 24 April 1917, and details military engagements. It includes includes maps of trench locations at places including Basseaux, Ransart, Bienvillers and Monchy au Bois. Tucked into the diary are personal letters and sketches. See PDF for images, or use CD/337
LevelFile
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
Archive CreatorHaslam family of Derby and Breadsall
Administrative HistoryCaptain William Kenneth Seale Haslam was a member of 232nd Brigade Royal Field Artillery.
CopyrightDiary and letters In copyright to 2039. Sketches out of copyright.
CopiesA digital copy of this item can be viewed on the public computers at the record office.
TermFirst World War (1914-1918)
War diaries
Military personnel
DocumentD1079 31sketchs.pdf
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Captain W K S Haslam's First World War diary in his role as an artillery officer

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