Having recently obtained an immediate Military Medal to this unit (L.G. 23.8.1945) for bravery on 17th April 1945 near Delmanhorst, I was wondering if anyone has access to the War Diary? "On 17th April 1945, L/Sgt Falkner, (sic) R.E. was in command of a small party of Sappers attached to "C" Sqn. 3 Recce Regt. This Sqn. was ordered to advance in the area of South of DELMANHORST. During the advance a very large number of enemy mines were encountered. Sgt. Falkner volunteered to go forward with the most leading elements; this he was allowed to do. Completely disregarding his own safety, this NCO on several occasions successfully cleared mines from the road under direct small arms fire. Later, when a man was seriously wounded, this NCO again shewed the greatest courage and initiative by driving his 1/2 track vehicle across the road in order to screen and protect the wounded man from the enemy small arms fire. Throughout the day this NCO not only set a magnificent example by his courage and determination, but his extremely gallant conduct enabled the Sqn to reach its objective." Any information on the unit would be gratefully received. Many thanks Mark
