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First World War centenary

  1. 1. First World War centenary
  2. 2. First and Second World War points of interest in the borough
  3. 3. War graves and memorials refurbishment
  4. 4. Commemorative events
  5. 5. Wartime experiences of R G Emmett
  6. 6. Men of Horley book
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5. Wartime experiences of R G Emmett

Former Chipstead resident, Reg Emmett tells his First World War combat experiences at the Battle of Thiepval, part of the Somme offensive. Mr Emmett's neighbour, Rupert Courtney–Evans collected this account from him many years ago.

You can hear the full audio of his account in the video below:

 

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