Herewith proceedings of Court of Enquiry
held on 16/7/16 to investigate the circumstances under
which No. 3937 Rfn H.M. Christiansen, 16th Londons
was wounded.
Rfn. Christiansen was on his way with a
message to his Company Headquarters in the trenches.
To facilitate matters he walked along the parapet
until he arrived at a Fire Bay. He then jumped into
the trench, slightly deviating from his original
course in order to avoid a man. His arm caught on a
bayonet. He had his arm bound and delivered his message.
He will be unable to perform his military duties for about
one month. He was on duty at the time.
I am of opinion that Rfn. Christiansen was wounded
accidentally, and that he was not to blame.
signed by Lieutenant General.
Commanding VII Corps. 20/7/16
