The German troops,
notwithstanding their carefully prepared and strongly intrenched
positions, have been driven back for a considerable distance and the
villages of Neuve Chapelle and L'Epinette have been captured and held by
our army, with heavy losses to the enemy.
In these operations our Indian troops took a prominent part and
displayed fine fighting qualities. I will in this connection read a
telegram I have received from Sir John French:
Please transmit following message to Viceroy India: I am glad
to be able to inform your Excellency that the Indian troops
under General Sir James Willcocks fought with great gallantry
and marked success in the capture of Neuve Chapelle and
subsequent fighting which took place on the 10th, 11th, 12th
and 13th of this month. The fighting was very severe and the
losses heavy, but nothing daunted them. Their tenacity,
courage and endurance were admirable and worthy of the best
traditions of the soldiers of India.
I should like also to mention that the Canadian Division showed their
mettle and have received the warm commendation of Sir John French for
the high spirit and bravery with which they have performed their part.
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