Born on 26 December 1893 in Hull, Quebec - son of Alex Delaurier, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3.75 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 10 August 1915 (number 144306) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - died on 22 October 1916 of wounds received that day - buried in Contay British Cemetery (grave IV.C.12), France.
Monday, July 21, 2008
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