12th Battalion, Essex Regiment

The 12th Battalion, Essex Regiment was a unit of the British Army formed during World War I. Established in 1914, it was part of the larger Essex Regiment and made up of volunteers from Essex and surrounding areas. The battalion served as an infantry unit, fighting primarily on the Western Front. It participated in various significant battles, including the Battle of the Somme. After the war, the battalion was disbanded, but it remains a notable part of military history representing the contributions of local soldiers during the conflict.