September 26, 1914

On this date in 1914, the establishment of a Field Company included 17 riding horses, 35 draught horses, 4 pack mules, 4 Royal Engineer wagons, 8 tool carts, 75 feet of medium bridge, 2 wooden pontoons, and 2 trestles.

September 21, 1941

On this date in 1941, Lt J.M.S. Patten and Capt D.W. Cunnington removed an unexploded bomb from the Hawker Hurricane plant. For this action they were subsequently awarded the George Cross and the George Medal, respectively.