Date from | 24 April 1918 |
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Date to | 25 April 1918 |
Place | Villers-Bretonneux |
Category | Battle honours |
Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Alternative Names |
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Villers Bretonneux
Description
Acknowledges involvement in defensive operations in the area bounded by the Avre and Somme rivers during the renewed German drive against the village of Villers-Bretonneux. The honour includes recognition of the successful Australian counterattack mounted on the village on the night of the 24 April.