Born on 20 July 1895 in Kingston, Ontario - son of George Nelson Ferguson, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address same as father, trade as carpenter and chauffeur, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.
Joined No.2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 15 August 1917 (number 2003658) - deserted at Camp Borden, Ontario, on 1 September 1917 - enlisted (under the name Hector Irwin) in the 5th Princess Louise Dragoon Guards Reinforcing Draft, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 18 September 1917 - transferred to the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 April 1918 - wounded on 27 or 29 September 1918 - invalided to England on 30 September 1918.
Saturday, 31 January 2009
Private Archie Fergus
Born on 7 October 1899 (March 1916) / 1898 (October 1916) (actually 1900) in Glasgow, Scotland - brother of Lizzie Fergus, Maxville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in March 1916: present address in Maxville, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Baptist, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Maxville, Ontario, on 6 March 1916 (number 633694) - [then what?] - rejoined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 21 October 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion as a minor on 5 October 1918.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Maxville, Ontario, on 6 March 1916 (number 633694) - [then what?] - rejoined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 21 October 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion as a minor on 5 October 1918.
Friday, 30 January 2009
Private Frederic Fenton
Born on 11 July 1870 in Birkenhead, England - husband of Margaret Fenton, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as pressman, married, no current military service, previously served three years in the Governor General's Foot Guards, four years in the 43rd Regiment, six years in The Queen's Own Rifles of Canada, and one year in the Grenadiers, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, grey hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 April 1915 (number 410269) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 14 August 1916.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 April 1915 (number 410269) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 14 August 1916.
Thursday, 29 January 2009
Sergeant Arthur Smith Fennell
Born on 27 December 1898 in Hilton, Ontario - son of Josephine Goldsmith, Saginaw, Michigan - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in RR #2 Colborne, Ontario, trade as farmer, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 139th Battalion, CEF, in Cobourg, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 814255) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the 139th Battalion, CEF, in Cobourg, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 814255) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Lance-Corporal Leo Burton Feeny
Born on 5 April 1880 in London, England - next of kin listed as Victor I. Feeny, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as attorney and solicitor at the American Supreme Court, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 34.3 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 17 March 1915 (number 410980) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 17 March 1915 (number 410980) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915.
Wednesday, 28 January 2009
Private Canrade Campbell Feenie
Born on 26 February 1890 in Glasgow, Scotland - son of Mrs. W.E. Summerby, Evesham, Saskatchewan - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, light hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on 17 March 1915 (number 411079) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - wounded on 18 or 20 April 1916 - wounded on 2 or 3 June 1916.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on 17 March 1915 (number 411079) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - wounded on 18 or 20 April 1916 - wounded on 2 or 3 June 1916.
Private Edward Joseph Feeley
Born on 10 April 1896 in Brooklyn, New York - brother of James P. Feeley, Brooklyn, New York - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address same as brother, trade as teamster, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, clear complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the Canadian Forestry Corps, CEF, in Sudbury, Ontario, on 2 October 1917 (number 2498779) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the Canadian Forestry Corps, CEF, in Sudbury, Ontario, on 2 October 1917 (number 2498779) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Tuesday, 27 January 2009
Private John Alexander Fee
Born on 12 January 1890 in Glenelm, Huntingdon County, Quebec - son of John Clerkin Fee, Glenelm, Quebec - at the time of his conscription in 1917: present address in Young, Saskatchewan, single, Roman Catholic, trade as farmer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Saskatchewan Regiment, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 11 November 1917 (number 4090085) - taken on the strength of the 28th Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Saskatchewan Regiment, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 11 November 1917 (number 4090085) - taken on the strength of the 28th Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Private Victor Fawthrop
Born on 16 February 1897 in Cornwall, Ontario - son of A. Fawthrop, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Cornwall, Ontario, trade as clerk, single, currently a member of high school cadets (for 1.25 years), no previous military service, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, very fair hair.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 18 February 1916 (number 633492) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion to the Canadian Record List sick on 1 May 1919.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 18 February 1916 (number 633492) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion to the Canadian Record List sick on 1 May 1919.
Monday, 26 January 2009
Private John Herbert Faulkner
Born on 26 June 1897 in Alliston, Ontario - son of Martha Faulkner, Alliston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Alliston, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 6 feet 0.5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 18 October 1915 (number 775282) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 7 May 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 25 October 1917 - transferred to the Young Men's Christian Association on 28 November 1917 - transferred to the 1st Canadian Infantry Works Battalion on 2 May 1918.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 18 October 1915 (number 775282) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 7 May 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 25 October 1917 - transferred to the Young Men's Christian Association on 28 November 1917 - transferred to the 1st Canadian Infantry Works Battalion on 2 May 1918.
Private (Acting Regimental Sergeant-Major) Frank Faulkner
Born on 17 February 1893 in Manchester, England - son of Robert Faulkner, Manchester, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as order clerk, single, currently a member of the 48th Highlanders (for twelve years[?]), no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, auburn hair.
Joined the 83rd Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 August 1915 (number 172177) - served as an instructor at the OTS - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 4 December 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 27 April 1919.
Joined the 83rd Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 August 1915 (number 172177) - served as an instructor at the OTS - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 4 December 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 27 April 1919.
Sunday, 25 January 2009
Lance-Corporal Paul Faulk
Born on 22 June 1891 in Ekijo, Sweden - son of Alfred Faulk, Norfolk, Nebraska - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Cylon, Saskatchewan, single, Lutheran, trade as farm labourer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 40 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Saskatchewan Regiment, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 19 March 1918 (number 1263749) - taken on the strength of the 28th Battalion, CEF, on 5 September 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Saskatchewan Regiment, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 19 March 1918 (number 1263749) - taken on the strength of the 28th Battalion, CEF, on 5 September 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Private Peter Farro
Born on 5 September 1889 in Italy - friend of Mrs. Bertha Brown, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as laborer, widower, joined the 43rd Regiment on 5 February 1915, previously served four years in the regular forces in Italy, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, hazel eyes, grey hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410090) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 20 October 1916 - invalided to England on 23 October 1916.
Died in 1944 - buried in Notre Dame Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410090) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 20 October 1916 - invalided to England on 23 October 1916.
Died in 1944 - buried in Notre Dame Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.
Saturday, 24 January 2009
Private Henry John Farrell, MM
Born on 14 May 1884 in Southampton, England - husband of Hazel Farrell, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7.75 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 18 December 1915 (number 775063) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion on 4 or 6 December 1916 - killed in action on 30 October 1917 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10-18-26-28), Belgium.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "For conspicuous gallantry shown, while carrying out his duties as S.B."
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 18 December 1915 (number 775063) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion on 4 or 6 December 1916 - killed in action on 30 October 1917 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10-18-26-28), Belgium.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "For conspicuous gallantry shown, while carrying out his duties as S.B."
Lieutenant Max McCrum Foster
Born on 17 September 1889 in Williamsburg, Michigan - son of Clara L. Foster, Alden, Michigan - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Canora, Saskatchewan, trade as ranching, single, no current military service, previous attended military school (two years), Methodist, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, very fair complexion, brown eyes, dark hair.
Joined the 212th Battalion, CEF, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on 20 March 1916 (number 261040) - commissioned as a lieutenant with the 212th Battalion on 29 May 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 28 June 1917 - invalided to England on 1 July 1917 - resigned his commission on 10 December 1917 in order to transfer to the American military - transferred to the United States Army on 29 May 1918.
Joined the 212th Battalion, CEF, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on 20 March 1916 (number 261040) - commissioned as a lieutenant with the 212th Battalion on 29 May 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 28 June 1917 - invalided to England on 1 July 1917 - resigned his commission on 10 December 1917 in order to transfer to the American military - transferred to the United States Army on 29 May 1918.
Corporal Allan Clifford Baxter
Son of James Baxter, Ottawa, Ontario.
Joined the 77th Canadian Infantry Battalion at Rockcliffe Camp, Ottawa, Ontario, on 13 August 1915 (number 144551) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 4 November 1917 - invalided to England on 9 November 1917 - returned to Canada on 5 July 1918.
Died on 1 February 1921 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.
[also An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926]
Joined the 77th Canadian Infantry Battalion at Rockcliffe Camp, Ottawa, Ontario, on 13 August 1915 (number 144551) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 4 November 1917 - invalided to England on 9 November 1917 - returned to Canada on 5 July 1918.
Died on 1 February 1921 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.
[also An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926]
Lieutenant Joseph Paget Bailey, MM
Born on 20 December 1895 in St. Catharines, Ontario - son of Christopher Joseph and Helen Jane Bailey, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address as Lindsay, Ontario, trade as bookkeeper with the Bell Telephone Company of Canada, single, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 10.5 inches, chest of 38 inches, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair, Church of England.
Joined the 77th Canadian Infantry Battalion on 6 January 1916 (number 145742) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the battalion on 13 August 1916 - sent to England for officer training on 27 September 1917 - rejoined the battalion on 6 July 1918 as a lieutenant - killed in action by rifle fire on 2 September 1918 - buried in Dury Mill British Cemetery (grave 27.1.D), France.
Joined the 77th Canadian Infantry Battalion on 6 January 1916 (number 145742) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the battalion on 13 August 1916 - sent to England for officer training on 27 September 1917 - rejoined the battalion on 6 July 1918 as a lieutenant - killed in action by rifle fire on 2 September 1918 - buried in Dury Mill British Cemetery (grave 27.1.D), France.
Awarded the Military Medal (as a sergeant) - no citation - award announced 17 September 1917 - unit recommendation (undated): "For bravery in the Field." - An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.72 notes: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations before Avion from June 26th to 30th, 1917. In the capacity of Acting Company Sergeant Major this N.C.O.'s work was of the highest standard during these operations, his leadership and initiative being strongly recommended by his platoon Commander. In the consolidation of each position captured, he organized and led carrying parties with ammunition, bombs, tools, etc., setting a splendid example of gallantry and devotion to duty, while carrying on this work on several occasions under heavy hostile shell fire. His enthusiasm had the effect of encouraging the other N.C.O.'s and men of his company to the maximum effort, and his energy contributed in a large way to the results of the work of his company."
[also An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926]
[also An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926]
Friday, 23 January 2009
Private Thomas Robert Farrell
Born on 20 July 1895 in Otter Lake, Quebec - son of Mrs. L. Farrell, Campbells Bay, Quebec - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Campbells Bay, Quebec, single, Church of England, trade as wireman, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 18 January 1918 (number 3320173) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - wounded on 2 or 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 10 September 1918.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 18 January 1918 (number 3320173) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - wounded on 2 or 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 10 September 1918.
Private George Farraway
Born on 8 March 1889 in England - son of Mrs. Eliza Farraway, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as rivetter, single, no current military service, previously served nine months in the Civic Guards, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 21 January 1916 (number 775064) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 21 January 1916 (number 775064) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917.
Lieutenant James Peters Crerar
Born on 11 June 1866 in Pictou, Nova Scotia - next of kin listed as Royal Trust Company, Ottawa, Ontario - at time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Ottawa, Ontario, trade as gentleman, Presbyterian, currently serving in the Governor General's Foot Guards, no previous military service.
Described in An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.57, as "one of the most enthusiastic members of the Ottawa Home Guard and a well known social figure in Ottawa, was given a commission as Provisional Lieutenant early in 1915; joined the Officers' Training Corps at Ottawa on August 17th, 1915; obtained the necessary qualifications and received his commission on September 10th, 1915".
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 3 November 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 7 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - seconded to the War Office from 23 March 1917 to 25 May 1918 - served as the Town Major of Camblain l'Abbe from 23 March 1917 to 4 January 1918 - attached to the 1st Army Infantry School from 5 January to 25 May 1918 - returned to Canada on 3 August 1918.
Awarded the Medaille d'Honneur avec Glaives (en Argent) (France) - no citation - unit recommendation unknown date (award announced 29 June 1923), no recommendation text.
[also An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926]
Described in An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.57, as "one of the most enthusiastic members of the Ottawa Home Guard and a well known social figure in Ottawa, was given a commission as Provisional Lieutenant early in 1915; joined the Officers' Training Corps at Ottawa on August 17th, 1915; obtained the necessary qualifications and received his commission on September 10th, 1915".
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 3 November 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 7 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - seconded to the War Office from 23 March 1917 to 25 May 1918 - served as the Town Major of Camblain l'Abbe from 23 March 1917 to 4 January 1918 - attached to the 1st Army Infantry School from 5 January to 25 May 1918 - returned to Canada on 3 August 1918.
Awarded the Medaille d'Honneur avec Glaives (en Argent) (France) - no citation - unit recommendation unknown date (award announced 29 June 1923), no recommendation text.
[also An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926]
Thursday, 22 January 2009
Private William Farmer
Born on 21 January 1881 in Fifeshire, Scotland - husband of Agnes Farmer, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as file grinder, married, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.
Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 13 March 1916 (number 669967) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 13 March 1916 (number 669967) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Private Coleman Farmer
Born on 16 January 1885 in Trabane County, Galway, Ireland - son of Lawrence Farmer, Trabane, Ireland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, serving with the Governor General's Foot Guards since 13 January 1915, no previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 March 1915 (number 410392) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 6 or 8 December 1915.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 March 1915 (number 410392) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 6 or 8 December 1915.
Wednesday, 21 January 2009
Private Orr Fanning
Born on 9 December 1892 (1916 enlistment) or 1893 (1915 enlistment) in Cambray, Victoria County, Ontario - son of Arden W. Fanning, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as salesman, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: currently a member of the 79th Cameron Highlanders of Canada.
Joined the CEF in Winnipeg, Ontario, on 20 October 1915 (number 153689) - [then what] - joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 12 March 1916 (number 724098) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 8 August 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the CEF in Winnipeg, Ontario, on 20 October 1915 (number 153689) - [then what] - joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 12 March 1916 (number 724098) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 8 August 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Captain Franklin Nelson Kidd Falls
Born on 28 April 1894 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mary Emily Falls, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address same as mother, trade as physician, Protestant, no current military service, previously served two years with the 43rd Regiment.
Joined Army Medical Corps Training Depot #4 in Montreal, Quebec, on 7 February 1917 - served with the Canadian Army Medical Corps - attached to the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a medical officer on 3 October 1918 - ceased to be attached to the 38th Battalion on 17 June 1919.
Joined Army Medical Corps Training Depot #4 in Montreal, Quebec, on 7 February 1917 - served with the Canadian Army Medical Corps - attached to the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a medical officer on 3 October 1918 - ceased to be attached to the 38th Battalion on 17 June 1919.
Tuesday, 20 January 2009
Sergeant John Falk
Born on 22 October 1889 in New York, New York - next of kin listed as Mrs. W.A. Hoffman, New York City - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as next of kin, trade as electrician, single, no current or previous military service, Jewish, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, tan complexion, brown eyes, black hair.
Joined the 237th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 10 August 1916 (number 1033237) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 16 or 17 February 1917 - wounded on 7 or 8 April 1917 - invalided to England on 10 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 10 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 11 September 1918 - later served with reserve units.
Joined the 237th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 10 August 1916 (number 1033237) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 16 or 17 February 1917 - wounded on 7 or 8 April 1917 - invalided to England on 10 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 10 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 11 September 1918 - later served with reserve units.
Lieutenant James Frederic Falconer
Born on 8 October 1890 in Fall River, Massachusetts - son of H.T. Falconer, Worcester, Massachusetts - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Halifax, Nova Scotia, trade as bank clerk, Presbyterian, currently a member of the 6th Hussars, no previous military service.
Joined the 237th Battalion, CEF, in Halfax, Nova Scotia, on 12 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 26 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 20 July 1917 - departed for England to be attached to the Royal Air Force on 19 July 1918.
Joined the 237th Battalion, CEF, in Halfax, Nova Scotia, on 12 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 26 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 20 July 1917 - departed for England to be attached to the Royal Air Force on 19 July 1918.
Private Bruce Falconer
Born on 22 May 1880 in Edinburgh, Scotland - son of George and Christina Falconer, Edinburgh, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Ottawa, Ontario, trade as carpenter and joiner, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 3 December 1915 (number 639230) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 30 June or 2 July 1917 - invalided to England on 11 July 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 April 1918 - wounded on 29 September 1918 - died of those wounds on 5 October 1918 - buried in Terlincthun British Cemetery (grave IV.E.42), France.
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 3 December 1915 (number 639230) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 30 June or 2 July 1917 - invalided to England on 11 July 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 April 1918 - wounded on 29 September 1918 - died of those wounds on 5 October 1918 - buried in Terlincthun British Cemetery (grave IV.E.42), France.
Saturday, 17 January 2009
Private Louis Farlardeau
Born on 2 June 1884 in Quebec - brother of Joseph Falardeau, Besseville, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as lumberman, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5.25 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 July 1915 (number 144180) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in Bermuda on 25 May 1916 - repatriated to Canada on 5 June 1916.
(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.180)
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 July 1915 (number 144180) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in Bermuda on 25 May 1916 - repatriated to Canada on 5 June 1916.
(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.180)
Lieutenant Howard Arol Fairbairn
Born on 26 July 1896 in Bobcaygeon, Ontario - son of Thomas A. Fairbairn, Bobcaygeon, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Bobcaygeon, Ontario, trade as farmer, Presbyterian, currently a member of the 45th Victoria Regiment, no previous military experience.
Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Bobcaygeon, Ontario, on 27 April 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 April 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 4 September 1918.
Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Bobcaygeon, Ontario, on 27 April 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 April 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 4 September 1918.
Wednesday, 14 January 2009
Corporal Alfred Gordon Fahey
Born on 30 December 1896 in Penetanguishene, Ontario - son of Frances Fahey, Penetanguishene, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7.75 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 4th Divisional Cyclists, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 28 October 1915 (number 541447) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 11 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to the 12th Canadian Light Trench Mortar Battery on 1 October 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Corps Cyclist Battalion on 29 November 1917.
Joined the 4th Divisional Cyclists, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 28 October 1915 (number 541447) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 11 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to the 12th Canadian Light Trench Mortar Battery on 1 October 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Corps Cyclist Battalion on 29 November 1917.
Private Philip Hitsman Fader
Born on 2 February 1896 in Winchester, Ontario - son of Martin Fader, Winchester, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Winchester, Ontario, single, Methodist, trade as printer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey left eye and hazel right eye, dark brown hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 4 January 1918 (number 3055478) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 4 January 1918 (number 3055478) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Private Alexander Ewing
Born on 29 January 1897 in Glasgow, Scotland - brother of Miss Elizabeth Ewing, Detroit, Michigan - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark hair.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 20 February 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 22 June 1915 - served with the battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - invalided injured to England on 12 January 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 October 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 20 February 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 22 June 1915 - served with the battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - invalided injured to England on 12 January 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 October 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Sunday, 11 January 2009
Lance-Corporal William Evoy
Born on 28 December 1893 in Almonte, Ontario - son of Albert and Annie Evoy, Almonte, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Renfrew, Ontario, trade as baker, single, no current military service, previously served two years in the 42nd Regiment, Methodist, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 41 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.
Joined No. 2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 23 November 1916 (number 513330) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 and 6 July 1917 - killed in action on 30 October 1917 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10-18-26-28), Belgium.
Joined No. 2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 23 November 1916 (number 513330) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 and 6 July 1917 - killed in action on 30 October 1917 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10-18-26-28), Belgium.
Private Harry Everard
Born on 14 October 1890 in London, England - brother of Miss Tilly Everard, St. Larder West, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as miner, single, currently a member of the 97th Algonquin Regiment, no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smith's Falls, Ontario, on 13 February 1915 (number 410739) -transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 23 August or September 1916.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smith's Falls, Ontario, on 13 February 1915 (number 410739) -transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 23 August or September 1916.
Thursday, 8 January 2009
Private William Evans
Born on 28 June 1884 in Campden, Gloucestershire., England - brother of Mrs. William Smith, Campden, Gloucestershire, England - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Luseland, Saskatchewan, single, Church of England, trade as farmer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Saskatchewan Regiment, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 28 March 1918 (number 1263747) - taken on the strength of the 28th Battalion, CEF, on 5 September 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 September 1918 - wounded on 29 September or 7 October 1918 - invalided to England on 17 October 1918.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Saskatchewan Regiment, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 28 March 1918 (number 1263747) - taken on the strength of the 28th Battalion, CEF, on 5 September 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 September 1918 - wounded on 29 September or 7 October 1918 - invalided to England on 17 October 1918.
Monday, 5 January 2009
Lance-Corporal Edward Stembridge Evans
Born on 16 February 1890 in Liverpool, England - son of Emily Evans, Liverpool, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as chauffeur, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 204th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 17 March 1916 (number 237153) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 or 9 April 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the 204th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 17 March 1916 (number 237153) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 or 9 April 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Private David Arthur Evans
Born on 14 April 1873 in Emporia, Kansas - brother of Charles Evans, Meade, Kansas - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Calgary, Alberta, trade as laborer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 6 feet 0 inches, light complexion, grey eyes, grey hair.
Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 4 January 1916 (number 207412) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 April 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 19 February 1918.
Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 4 January 1916 (number 207412) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 April 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 19 February 1918.
Private Louis Macine Ethier
Born on 4 March 1894 in Westmeath, Renfrew County, Ontario - son of Edward and Celia Ethier, Westmeath, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as tailor, single, no current military service, previously served one year with the 3rd Canadian Field Engineers, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, brown eyes, black hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 March 1915 (number 410491) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917 - killed in action on 9 June 1917 as a member of 16th Company, CMGC - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave X.C.8), France.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 March 1915 (number 410491) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917 - killed in action on 9 June 1917 as a member of 16th Company, CMGC - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave X.C.8), France.
Saturday, 3 January 2009
Private Joseph Aspeck
Born on 6 March 1896 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Adelard Aspeck, Hintonburgh, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 31[?] inches fully expanded; medium complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 August 1915 (number 144058) - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 3 or 7 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 26 September 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
(Many thanks to Private Aspeck's great-great-grandson, Dave Richer, for this image).
(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.177)
Friday, 2 January 2009
Private Robert Erskine
Born on 30 July 1889 in Perthshire, Scotland - next of kin listed as Andrew Erskine, Shire[?] Mills, New Mills, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as designer, single, no current military service, previously served with the Territorials in Scotland, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 7.25 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.
Joined the 51st Battalion, CEF, in Edmonton, Alberta, on 18 January 1915 (number 436452) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - struck off strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 April 1919.
Joined the 51st Battalion, CEF, in Edmonton, Alberta, on 18 January 1915 (number 436452) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - struck off strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 April 1919.
Private George Erickson
Born on 29 March 1899 in Duluth, Minnesota - son of Mike Erickson, Fort Frances, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 94th Battalion, CEF, in Fort Frances, Ontario, on 1 January 1916 (number 198697) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 5 May 1919.
Joined the 94th Battalion, CEF, in Fort Frances, Ontario, on 1 January 1916 (number 198697) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 5 May 1919.