Lance-Corporal Henry Decoteau

Born on 19 July 1882 in Montreal, Quebec - son of Mrs. Liza Decoteau, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as painter, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 5 March 1915 (number 410526) - taken on the strength of the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 11 March or August 1917.