WAR OFFICE OFFICIAL TOPICAL BUDGET 318-2 [Main]

I. 'DIFFICULTIES OF TRANSPORT. Some of the troubles to be overcome by the transport to keep in touch with the advancing troops.' Wagons, carts, 18-pounder artillery and a convoy of motor lorries pass left and right along a muddy road. A column of troops also pass along the far side. Despite the heavy traffic, men are at work widening the road, and trying to keep it clear of mud and fill in holes.I…