to obtain observation from this position of the trenches in the valley. Corps Commander informs us that fighting is to continue throughout the winter. Cold & wet. 4 October 1916 Operations postponed till the 7th inst [7 October] owing to the weather. This necessitates [that - crossed out] the 61st Brigade being relieved by the 59th Brigade tonight, giving the former 48 hours rest. The 60th Brigade took over last night one half of the 61st Brigade line. Heavy shelling most of the night interfered with work & the relief. 5 October 1916 Still wet weather but inclined to clear. 6 October 1916 The 20th Division attacks tomorrow with 56th Division on the right & 12th Division on the left. The objective is to gain the ridge overlooking the