Tuesday 3 June 2008

Acting-Sergeant (Private) John Bercovitch Davis

Born on 24 November 1890 in Romania - son of Mrs. Bessie Davis, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as merchant, single, no current or previous military service, Jewish, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 17 July 1915 (number 410075) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - invalided sick to England on 4 November 1916 - later served with the Canadian Army Pay Corps.

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