2651 Pte Abraham Savage, a pottery labourer from Whittington, was admitted to hospital suffering from erysipelas [an acute (non-chronic) infection typically with a skin rash].
Abraham died two days later.
No record in the War Diary [WO/95/2694]
The changes from the cold rain and mud of North East France to the bright sunshine and blue skies of the Mediterranean was marvellous and deeply appreciated by all ranks. As far as possible leave was given to Officers and men after the day’s work was over and Marseilles was crowded in the evenings with the troops who certainly maintained the reputation of the British Army for good behaviour. Special trams were engaged instead of taxis. Sea bathing was a great pleasure and the town was full of attractions, such places as the Cannibiere, Theresa’s Bar, Lindens, Castell Meno. Hotel Bristol will recall incidents to those who were so fortunate as to be there. The premises too of Messrs Cox & Co. and the Field Cashier were frequently patronised and it was perhaps fortunate that the next move took place before our welcome in this direction wore out.
[Battalion History]
Perhaps the service record of this soldier highlights some of the problems encountered:-
14/15.1.1916 MARSEILLES: Battn (Officers and Other Ranks) vaccinated. Percentage vaccinated 97%.
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1352 Pte john Boothby, a machinist from Gainsboro, was transfered to England on leave. He was later ‘struck of strength’ and did not return to France.
14.1.1916 MARSEILLES: 2/Lieutenants R. EVANS, M.R.K. BION, F.W. Hipkins & G.W. Knowles joined from 3/6th Battalion.
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13.1.1916 Marseilles: Transport arrived and detrained and were camped at BORELI CAMP.
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12.1.1916 London Gazette: No 2006 Pte A Wright awarded Distinguished Conduct Medal for Gallantry
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1364 Pte George Ollerenshaw, a porter from Buxton, was transferred to England for reason unkown. He later returned to France with the 6th Reinforcement.
No record in the War Diary [WO/95/2694]
10.1.1916 ISBERGUES: Regimental Transport entrained at BERGUETTE STATION.
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9.1.1916 MARSEILLES: Battn less transport detrained at 8 am and marches into SANTI CAMP.
9.1.1916 MARSEILLES: Capt E.B. Johnson rejoined for duty with Battn from Base.
London Gazette of 6.1.1916:
London Gazette of 7.1.1916:
To be Temporary Lieutenants:-
War Diary [WO/95/2694]
No record in the War Diary [WO/95/2694]
Derbyshire Territorials in the Great War 