Chapter 2

Departure from Laventie.--At Robecq.--The march southwards. --Rest at Neuvillette.--Contay Wood.--Albert.--New trenches.--Battle conditions.--Relieving the front line.-- Desire Trench.--Regina dug-out.--Mud and darkness.--A heavy barrage.--Fortunes of Headquarters.--A painful relief.-- Martinsart Wood.