A VITAL ROLE
NEW ZEALAND TROOPS
(Official War Correspondent, N.Z.E.F.) CAIRO, October 31. "The New Zealanders' part in the Eighth Army's offensive against the Axis, although not as spectacular as their former actions on the Alamein front, nevertheless has been of considerable importance. Their operations at the moment cannot be discussed, but they still have a vital role. Two brigades were in the forefront of the night attack when General Montgomery launched his drive just a ago. One Auckland battalion and one South Island battalion which went to England were involved in heavy fighting against enemy mortar, mach-ine-gun. and anti-tank fire, but in spite of it, with their customary determination, they reached all objectives. The other formation had an easier passage. Once all the objectives had been taken the New Zealanders .spent the time in- quick and effective consolidation. This time the New Zealanders had solid tank support, and the enemy had little chance of dislodging them. He tried, but he failed.
For the type of actions which the New Zealanders so far have fought since the Eighth Army went into its new attack, the New Zealand casualties are regarded as surprisingly light.
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Evening Post, Volume CXXXIV, Issue 107, 2 November 1942, Page 3
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193A VITAL ROLE Evening Post, Volume CXXXIV, Issue 107, 2 November 1942, Page 3
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