Extract from War Diary, 2/19 Battalion London Regiment, 1915 January -1916 November, Catalogue ref: WO 95/3031/6 f59.
Bulaya Chanda is not personally mentioned in this War Diary for his war service. Download the War Diary to find more about how his Regiment served during the First World War.
However, we know that he entered the army as result of the Derby Scheme. The Derby scheme was carried out during November–December 1915. It was named after Lord Derby, Director General of Recruiting. According to the scheme, men were visited at home to persuade them to ‘volunteer’ for war service and their details recorded. However, on 27 January compulsory conscription was introduced.
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26/1/16
Battalion Route march
Last draft inspected by G.O.C [General Officer Commanding] Salisbury Plain Railway
25 Derby recruits arrive from Administrative Centre
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