HC Deb 11 July 1917 vol 95 c1940W
Colonel GRETTON

asked the Secretary of State for India, if any leave is granted to non-commissioned officers and men of the Mesopotamia Force, and, if so, upon what conditions; and if he is aware that there are men serving in Mesopotamia who fought in the Gallipoli expedition and were thence transferred to Mesopotamia?

Mr. MACPHERSON

My right hon. Friend has asked me to answer this. I am aware that men are serving now in Mesopotamia who previously fought in Gallipoli. The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief grants such leave as he finds possible, but the privilege depends upon the military situation at the time and the availability of transport.

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