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<p>The London Gazette, No. 30471, dated January 11, 1918, records the following:<br />For most conspicuous bravery, when during a heavy hostile attack, the right of his own command and the battalion on his right were forced back. The situation was critical owing to the confusion caused by the attack and the intense artillery fire. Lt. Col. Bent personally collected a platoon that was in reserve, and together with men from other companies and various regimental details, he organised and led them forward to the counter-attack, after issuing orders to other officers as to the further defence of the line. The counter-attack was successful and the enemy were checked. The coolness and magnificent example shown to all ranks by Lt.-Col. Bent resulted in the securing of a portion of the line which was of essential importance for subsequent operations.</p><p>This very gallant officer was killed whilst leading a charge which he inspired with the call of Come on the Tigers". </p>
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Lieutenant Colonel Philip Eric Bent
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Page 603 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.
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