War Diary - 2018
September 11 |
Launched the 7AD website. |
September 16 |
The 22nd Armoured Brigade assigned a combat mission to defend the town of Oosterbeek - Operation launch date being 23 September, 2018 |
September 23 |
For their display of leadership and gallantry on the battlefield during the defense of Oosterbeek, L/Cpl. H. Turnip has been promoted to Corporal and Rfn. J. Miller has been promoted to Lance Corporal. |
September 23 |
The 1939-1945 Service Star and the France to Germany Star awarded to Cpl. H. Turnip, L/Cpl. J. Miller, Rct. S. Burt, Rct. P. Kakrot, Rfn. C. Bull, Rct. M. Strelok and Rct. M. "Woody" Dyte |
September 30 |
Although bravely fought and well executed, the 22nd Armoured Brigade were pushed out of Driel against the Kampfgruppe Lehr. For their participation in the defense operation; Trooper E. "Ernie" Volunteer, Rct. Engage and Rfn. P. Peretung were awarded the 1939-1945 Star. |
October 1 |
Sgt. V. Da Gamma on a much needed and deserved vacation from the frontlines and training for the week of October 1st, 2018. |
August 31 |
On 21st October 1st Troop 5th Royal Tank Regiment in Company with 1st Platoon A Company Rifle Brigade were tasked with securing the hamlet of Doorwerthsche Bosch. In addition to the above forces a detachment of Royal Engineers and Hungarian infantry played a supporting role. [Read Full AAR] |