In an effort to break this deadlock, the Allies launched an offensive in August and the battalion took part in the Battle of Lone Pine. After taking over positions that had been captured by the 1st Brigade, the battalion defended the trenches against repeated Turkish counterattacks and, in the process, four of its members performed acts of gallantry that later led to them receiving the Victoria Cross (VC), the nation's highest military decoration.
To break the deadlock, the Allies launched an offensive in August, and the battalion participated in the Battle of Lone Pine. After taking over positions previously held by the 1st Brigade, the battalion defended its trenches against repeated Turkish counterattacks, with four members of the unit later receiving the Victoria Cross for their bravery.