Saturday 12 January 2008

Private James Crawford

Born on 27 August 1880 in Penetang, Ontario - son of Mrs. James Crawford, Toronto, Ontario - at time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.25 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 8 May 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410717) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

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