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Sapper preparations for Beersheba 31 Oct 1917 (Third Battle of Gaza)

Will Mac, 30/10/202414/06/2025

In 1917 things were picking up pace in the Middle East against the Ottomans. The…

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History

Signals Equipment and the UP Saddle

uptheyard87, 02/06/202413/04/2025

During the Great War, signals was an element of Royal Engineers with some parts devolved…

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1890 UP Saddle Refurbishment update

Will Mac, 26/08/202308/03/2024

Over the last couple of months there has been a bit of work done on…

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Equipment

River Crossing for the Cavalry Division

Will Mac, 19/02/202225/09/2025

17 Feb 21 As part of my continued research into the capabilities and activities of…

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Personal takes

Researching the Horse Lines Management

Will Mac, 19/02/202225/09/2025

One of the things that I’m researching a the moment is how the rear area…

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