Born on 16 March 1899 in Owen Sound, Ontario - son of Sarah Gibbons, Owen Sound, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Owen Sound, Ontario, trade as horse driver, single, no current or previous military service, Latter Day Saints, height of 5 feet 7.25 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 1st Depot Battalion, 1st Central Ontario Regiment, in Toronto, Ontario, on 18 September 1917 (number 3030558) - taken on the strength of the 58th Battalion, CEF, on 1 June 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 9 September 1918.
Thursday, 30 April 2009
Private Edward Welland Gemmill
Born on 1 February 1898 in Pakenham, Ontario - son of Ernest Welland and Edna B. Gemmill, Pakenham, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Kingston, Ontario, trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 41 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, light brown eyes, light brown hair.
Joined No. 3 Section, Divisional Ammunition Column, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 March 1917 (number 2043038) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - wounded on 26 October 1917 - died of his wounds on 3 November 1917 - buried in Nine Elms British Cemetery (grave VII.C.22), Belgium.
Joined No. 3 Section, Divisional Ammunition Column, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 March 1917 (number 2043038) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - wounded on 26 October 1917 - died of his wounds on 3 November 1917 - buried in Nine Elms British Cemetery (grave VII.C.22), Belgium.
Wednesday, 29 April 2009
Private Ernest Geldard
Born on 6 March 1897 in Scarborough, England - next of kin listed as Miss Margaret A. Allison, Scarborough, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 34th Battalion, CEF, in Sarnia, Ontario, on 6 August 1915 (number 602854) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 June 1919.
Died on 15 October 1925.
Joined the 34th Battalion, CEF, in Sarnia, Ontario, on 6 August 1915 (number 602854) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 June 1919.
Died on 15 October 1925.
Private Albert Gee
Born on 29 January 1897 in Kingston, Ontario - son of David Gee, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 May 1915 (number 410496) - 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 17 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 May 1915 (number 410496) - 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 17 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Tuesday, 28 April 2009
Private Marshall Charles Gedney
Born on 4 February 1886 in Burford, Ontario - son of Mrs. Margaret Gedney, Burford, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Brumbo[?], Ontario, trade as painter, single, currently a member of the 38th Dufferin Rifles, no previous military service, Baptist, height of 5 feet 10.5 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 215th Battalion, CEF, in Burford, Ontario, on 20 May 1916 (number 270289) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - wounded on 12 or 14 April 1918 - invalided to England on 20 April 1918.
Joined the 215th Battalion, CEF, in Burford, Ontario, on 20 May 1916 (number 270289) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - wounded on 12 or 14 April 1918 - invalided to England on 20 April 1918.
Monday, 27 April 2009
Private Edgar Thomas Gedney
Born on 20 October 1894 in Lincs, England - son of George Thomas Gedney, Lincs, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Oak Ridges, Ontario, trade as greaser, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 8.25 inches, chest of 39.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 12 January 1916 (number 669151) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 11 or 29 March 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 or 6 July 1917 - wounded on 26 April 1918 - invalided to England on 2 May 1918.
Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 12 January 1916 (number 669151) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 11 or 29 March 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 or 6 July 1917 - wounded on 26 April 1918 - invalided to England on 2 May 1918.
Sunday, 26 April 2009
Captain Ralph Charles Geddes, MC
Born on 26 March 1890 in Port Elgin, Ontario - son of Alice Geddes, Port Elgin, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Port Elgin, Ontario, trade as law student, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, grey eyes, black hair.
Joined the 5th University Company, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, as an other rank on 2 December 1915 (number 487310) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 6 June 1916 - wounded on 19 or 22 July 1916 - invalided to England on 22 July 1916 - transferred to the 7th Reserve Battalion as a lieutenant on 14 February 1917 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a captain on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 17 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 21 March 1918 - sent to England to attend the Khaki University on 2 March 1919.
Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in operations around Valenciennes, from 1st to 5th November, 1918. For four days he commanded his company continuously in the front line, and it was due to his fine leadership, in face of heavy machine-gun fire, that his company gained their objective with few casualties. Later when held up, he made a daring personal reconnaissance to locate hostile machine guns. His work throughout was of the highest character, and the success of the battalion was in no small measure due to his wonderful example of courage and energy." - unit recommendation dated November 1918: "For gallantry during operations in the vicinity of Valenciennes from Nov. 1 to 5/18."
Joined the 5th University Company, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, as an other rank on 2 December 1915 (number 487310) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 6 June 1916 - wounded on 19 or 22 July 1916 - invalided to England on 22 July 1916 - transferred to the 7th Reserve Battalion as a lieutenant on 14 February 1917 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a captain on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 17 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 21 March 1918 - sent to England to attend the Khaki University on 2 March 1919.
Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in operations around Valenciennes, from 1st to 5th November, 1918. For four days he commanded his company continuously in the front line, and it was due to his fine leadership, in face of heavy machine-gun fire, that his company gained their objective with few casualties. Later when held up, he made a daring personal reconnaissance to locate hostile machine guns. His work throughout was of the highest character, and the success of the battalion was in no small measure due to his wonderful example of courage and energy." - unit recommendation dated November 1918: "For gallantry during operations in the vicinity of Valenciennes from Nov. 1 to 5/18."
Private Ferdinand Charles Gaynor
Born on 15 September 1896 in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica - son of W.A. and M. Louisa Gaynor, St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as dry goods salesman, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 204th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 1 May 1916 (number 237710) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - killed in action on 2 September 1918 - buried in Vis-en-Artois British Cemetery (grave II.B.34), France.
Joined the 204th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 1 May 1916 (number 237710) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - killed in action on 2 September 1918 - buried in Vis-en-Artois British Cemetery (grave II.B.34), France.
Saturday, 25 April 2009
Private Charles Gaylord
Born on 1 September 1896 in Sparta, Wisconsin - son of Annie Gaylord, Cardinal, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Cardinal, Ontario, trade as machinist, single, currently a member of the St. Lawrence Canal Patrol, no previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the Canadian Army Medical Corps in Cornwall, Ontario, on 22 May 1917 (number 2098897) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 February 1918 - wounded on 3 or 4 September 1918 - invalided to England on 6 September 1918.
Joined the Canadian Army Medical Corps in Cornwall, Ontario, on 22 May 1917 (number 2098897) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 February 1918 - wounded on 3 or 4 September 1918 - invalided to England on 6 September 1918.
Private Oclaid Gayer
Born on 2 February 1897 in Canada - son of Napolion and Mary Gayer (nee Wuzuette), Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 March 1915 (number 410299) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 10 September 1916 - died of his wounds on 20 September 1916 - buried in St. Sever Cemetery (grave B.22.41), France.
(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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 March 1915 (number 410299) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 10 September 1916 - died of his wounds on 20 September 1916 - buried in St. Sever Cemetery (grave B.22.41), France.
(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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)
Friday, 24 April 2009
Private Charles Herbert Walter Gaw, MM
Born on 31 April 1895 in Prescott, Ontario - son of Mrs. Emma Gaw, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Prescott, Ontario, trade as brass works, single, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 25 March 1916 (number 639997) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 10 August 1918 - invalided to England on 18 August 1918.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation dated 15 August 1918: "For bravery and determination during operations between Lihon and Chilly Aug. 11th 1918."
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 25 March 1916 (number 639997) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 10 August 1918 - invalided to England on 18 August 1918.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation dated 15 August 1918: "For bravery and determination during operations between Lihon and Chilly Aug. 11th 1918."
Private William Gaudreau
Born on 19 April 1894 in Hull, Quebec - son of Mrs. C. Gaudreau, Rochon, Quebec - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as mother, single, Roman Catholic, trade as labourer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 8 March 1918 (number 4025070) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 8 March 1918 (number 4025070) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
Thursday, 23 April 2009
Private Joseph Gaudreau
Born on 13 December 1893 in Rochonville, Quebec - son of Mrs. M. Gaudreau, Rochonville, Quebec - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Rochonville, Quebec, single, Roman Catholic, trade as lumberman, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 13 March 1918 (number 3320704) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - wounded on 30 September or 2 October 1918 - invalided to England on 4 October 1918.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 13 March 1918 (number 3320704) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - wounded on 30 September or 2 October 1918 - invalided to England on 4 October 1918.
Private Alphonse Gaudreau
Born on 12 March 1896 in Hull, Quebec - son of Mrs. J. Gaudreau, Rochon, Quebec - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as mother, single, Roman Catholic, trade as labourer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, black hair.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 March 1918 (number 4025071) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - wounded on 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 6 September 1918.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 March 1918 (number 4025071) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - wounded on 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 6 September 1918.
Wednesday, 22 April 2009
Private Albert George Gates
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 15 March 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410495) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - killed in action on 9 April 1917 - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave VII.J.19), France.
Private Thomas Henry Gaskell
Born on 8 March 1884 in Manchester, England - husband of Edith Gaskell, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as boilermaker, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, light hair.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 7 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1916 - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - taken on the strength of the 10th Battalion, CEF, on 2 October 1916 - wounded on 28 April 1917.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 7 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1916 - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - taken on the strength of the 10th Battalion, CEF, on 2 October 1916 - wounded on 28 April 1917.
Tuesday, 21 April 2009
Private William John Echlin
Born on 28 December 1893 in Greenmountain, Ontario - son of Henry Echlin, Greenmountain, 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 7 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dandy hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 21 May 1915 (number 410087) - 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 5 May 1919.
Married K. Pearl Dunn on 30 July 1919 in Toronto, Ontario.
(My thanks to Rosh for the additional information).
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 21 May 1915 (number 410087) - 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 5 May 1919.
Married K. Pearl Dunn on 30 July 1919 in Toronto, Ontario.
(My thanks to Rosh for the additional information).
Private Albert Fickling
38 years old at the time of his death - emigrated to Canada before 1907 - son of Richard and Jane Fickling, London, England - husband of Hannah Fickling, Toronto, Ontario - father of Leslie Albert William Fickling (1907-87).
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 March 1915 (number 410752) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - died of his wounds on 4 June 1916 - buried in Brandhoek Military Cemetery (grave II.B.10), Belgium.
(Many thanks to Roger Fickling for the additional information provided).
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 March 1915 (number 410752) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - died of his wounds on 4 June 1916 - buried in Brandhoek Military Cemetery (grave II.B.10), Belgium.
(Many thanks to Roger Fickling for the additional information provided).
Private Robert Thomas Garvin
Born on 1 January 1894 in Montreal, Quebec - husband of Ethel Isabell Garvin, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as insurance agent, married, no current military service, previously served with the Victoria Rifles of Canada (five years), Methodist, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 17 May 1915 (number 410278) - 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 29 September 1918 - attached to General Headquarters 3rd Echelon on 18 December 1918 - struck off the strength of [?] on 15 January 1919.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 17 May 1915 (number 410278) - 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 29 September 1918 - attached to General Headquarters 3rd Echelon on 18 December 1918 - struck off the strength of [?] on 15 January 1919.
Private Martin Garvey
Born on 22 July 1898 in Guthrie Township, Ontario - son of Mrs. Patrick Garvey, Killaloe, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 6 feet 0.125 inches, weight of 160 pounds, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, in Renfrew, Ontario, on 14 September 1916 (number 1042130) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 November 1917 - wounded on 12 or 13 August 1918 - invalided to England on 14 August 1918.
Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, in Renfrew, Ontario, on 14 September 1916 (number 1042130) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 November 1917 - wounded on 12 or 13 August 1918 - invalided to England on 14 August 1918.
Lance-Corporal Harry Fry
Born on 28 February 1894 in Brighton, England - brother of Mrs. George Rumble, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as blacksmith, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, brown eyes, black hair.Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 4 March 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410741) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - killed in action on 9 April 1917 - buried in Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery (grave F.18), France.
Update: a photo of Lance-Corporal Fry's headstone at Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery.
Private Arsène Denault
Born on 2 January 1884 in Bellechasse, Quebec - son of Pierre Denault and Archange Guillemotte, St. Raphael, Bellechasse Co., Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 21 July 1915 (number 144171) - 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 - invalided sick to England on 9 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 17 February 1917 - killed in action on 9 April 1917 - buried in Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery (grave F.11), France.
(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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.178; photo of headstone by Ken Reynolds)
Private Robert Croucher
Born on 7 January 1891 in Kent, England - son of Elisha and Mary Ann Croucher, Kent, England - at time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 7 May 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410719) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - killed in action on 3 January 1917 - buried in Canadian Cemetery No.2, Neuville-St. Vaast (grave 3.A.9), France.
Update: a photo of Private Croucher's headstone at Canadian Cemetery No.2.
Monday, 20 April 2009
Private James Garvey
Born on 3 October 1888 in England - husband of Catharine Garvey, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as driver, married, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 January 1915 (number 410072) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 January 1915 (number 410072) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915.
Lance-Corporal Caleb Gilbert Garrison
Born on 14 March 1895 in Thorough, Ontario - son of Frank Garrison, Corbyville, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as father, single, Methodist, trade as farmer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 31 May 1918 (number 3060348) - 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 Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 31 May 1918 (number 3060348) - 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.
Sunday, 19 April 2009
Corporal Charles Ball, MM
Born on 24 May 1895 in Canada - son of late J. Richard and Alice M. Ball, Ottawa West, Ontario - attestation form notes trade as locomotive fireman with Grand Trunk Railway, single, no current military service, formerly served with "A" Company, 43rd Regiment, Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 35 inches, healthy complexion, hazel eyes, blonde hair, Church of England.Joined the 38th Battalion on 22 February 1915 (number 410947) - served with the battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the battalion on 13 August 1916 - killed on 9 April 1917 - buried in Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery, France.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation 21 November 1916: "In attack on Desire Trench, Nov. 18/16, these N.C.O's and men did valuable work in maintaining communication throughout the Battn, all the time being under heavy shell fire. They also assisted, in bringing in the wounded."
Update: a photo of Corporal Ball's headstone at Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery.
Private Thomas Grenville Aldous
Born on 19 November 1895 in Fenelon Falls, Ontario - son of John S. and Arabella Aldous - attestation form notes trade as clerk, single, never previously a member of the military, height of 5 feet 2 inches, chest of 36 inches, fair complexion, light brown eyes, dark brown hair, Church of England.Joined the 109th Canadian Infantry Battalion on 15 November 1915 (number 725507) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in France on 4 December 1916 - killed in action on 9 April 1917 - buried in Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery, France.
Update: a photo of Private Aldous's headstone at Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery.
Saturday, 18 April 2009
Lieutenant-Colonel Stanley Douglas Gardner
Born on 22 August 1880 in London, England - husband of May Gardner (nee Machel), London, England - son of Edward Thomas and Kate Charlotte Gardner - at the time of his enlistment in 1914: trade as accountant, married, currently a member of the active militia, previously served with the CM Rifles and the 22nd Battalion, London Regiment, Church of England, height of 6 feet 0 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, grey blue eyes, auburn hair.
Joined the 7th Battalion, CEF, in Valcartier, Quebec, as a captain on 23 September 1914 - landed in France with the 7th Battalion on 9 February 1915 - wounded on 25 May 1915 - invalided to England on 17 June 1915 - promoted to temporary major on 3 November 1915 - seconded as the brigade major of the 11th and 14th Enf. Brigades in England from 21 December 1915 to 16 June 1916 - rejoined the 7th Battalion on 16 June 1916 - promoted to temporary lieutenant-colonel on 20 July 1916 - wounded on 3 October 1916 - invalided to England on 10 October 1916 - seconded as the brigade commander of Canadian Troops Shoreham from 21 October to 30 December 1916 - seconded as the brigade commander of the 3rd Reserve Brigade from 31 December 1916 to 21 September 1917 - seconded as the officer commanding Canadian Troops Seaford from 22 September 1917 to 28 August 1918 - promoted to acting colonel on 2 January 1917 - relinquished rank of acting colonel on 29 August 1918 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as lieutenant-colonel and commanding officer on 29 August 1918 - wounded on 28 September 1918 - died of his wounds on 30 September 1918 - buried in Duisans British Cemetery (grave VII.A.85), France.
Awarded the CMG.
Awarded the Military Cross.
Awarded the Legion d`Honneur.
Awarded the Croix de Chevalier.
Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches.
Joined the 7th Battalion, CEF, in Valcartier, Quebec, as a captain on 23 September 1914 - landed in France with the 7th Battalion on 9 February 1915 - wounded on 25 May 1915 - invalided to England on 17 June 1915 - promoted to temporary major on 3 November 1915 - seconded as the brigade major of the 11th and 14th Enf. Brigades in England from 21 December 1915 to 16 June 1916 - rejoined the 7th Battalion on 16 June 1916 - promoted to temporary lieutenant-colonel on 20 July 1916 - wounded on 3 October 1916 - invalided to England on 10 October 1916 - seconded as the brigade commander of Canadian Troops Shoreham from 21 October to 30 December 1916 - seconded as the brigade commander of the 3rd Reserve Brigade from 31 December 1916 to 21 September 1917 - seconded as the officer commanding Canadian Troops Seaford from 22 September 1917 to 28 August 1918 - promoted to acting colonel on 2 January 1917 - relinquished rank of acting colonel on 29 August 1918 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as lieutenant-colonel and commanding officer on 29 August 1918 - wounded on 28 September 1918 - died of his wounds on 30 September 1918 - buried in Duisans British Cemetery (grave VII.A.85), France.
Awarded the CMG.
Awarded the Military Cross.
Awarded the Legion d`Honneur.
Awarded the Croix de Chevalier.
Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches.
Private Harold Garner
Born on 28 June 1896 in Northwich, England - son of Albert Garner, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Salvationist, height of 5 feet 11 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 73rd Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 7 September 1915 (number 132291) - landed in France with the 73rd Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 April 1917 - invalided to England on 22 December 1918.
Joined the 73rd Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 7 September 1915 (number 132291) - landed in France with the 73rd Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 April 1917 - invalided to England on 22 December 1918.
Acting-Corporal Richard Percy Abram
Born on 13 November 1878 in Southport, Lancashire, England - husband of Isabella Abram - son of Thomas and Ruth Abram - enlistment paper states was a plasterer's labourer, married, never a member of the military, 5 feet 4.25 inches tall, 36.5 inch chest, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair, and a member of the Church of England.Joined the 59th Canadian Infantry Battalion - was transferred to the 38th Battalion (number 410669) on 22 June 1915 - served with the battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the battalion on 13 August 1916 - killed in action on 9 April 1917, age 38 - buried in Canadian Cemetery No.2, France.
Update: a photo of Acting-Corporal Abram's headstone I took at Canadian Cemetery No.2.
Private Austin Dunn
Born on 9 August 1894 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Ernest and Adele Dunn, 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 3.5 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410084) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - killed in action on 9 April 1917 - buried in Canadian Cemetery No.2 (grave Sp. Mem. No.12), Neuville-St. Vaast, France.
Update: a photo of Private Dunn's headstone I took at Canadian Cemetery No.2.
Private David Robert Craig
Born on 28 August 1876 in Liverpool, England - husband of Mary Jane Craig, Toronto, Ontario - son of David Robert and Ellen Craig, Liverpool, England - at time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as labourer, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 11 February 1916 (number 775581) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - killed in action on 28 May 1917 - buried in La Chaudière Military Cemetery (grave IV.A.5), France.
Update: a photo of Private Craig's headstone I took at La Chaudière Military Cemetery.
(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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)
Friday, 17 April 2009
Captain Percy Harold Gardner, MC
Born on 28 June 1895 in Arnprior, Ontario - son of Herbert Winter Wills Gardner, Arnprior, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as merchant, single, currently a member of the 42nd Regiment (one year), no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, blue eyes, black hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 March 1915 - 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 22 February 1917 - invalided to England on 11 March 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 9 July 1917 - invalided sick to England on 19 February 1919.
Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: “For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. In the course of five days the enemy made three attempts to raid his company`s front, but on no occasion did any of the enemy succeed in entering the front line. This was largely due to his skilful dispositions and organization and to the splendid example of courage and devotion to duty which was an inspiration to his men.” - unit recommendation dated 31 March 1918: “Recommended for consistent good work. He was in command of “D” Company when three attacks were launched against them in five days. None of the enemy reached our trenches. This was largely due to the efficient and effective organization of the front line garrison as made by Capt. Gardner”.
Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches - London Gazette Number 30107, 1 June 1917 - no citation - unit recommendation dated 3 March 1917: “For distinguished and gallant services and devotion to duty.”
Recommended for a Military Cross - unit recommendation dated 3 March 1917: “This Officer displayed splendid courage and leadership while in command of No.2 Party during raid on enemy trenches Feb 22/17.” - no award made
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 March 1915 - 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 22 February 1917 - invalided to England on 11 March 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 9 July 1917 - invalided sick to England on 19 February 1919.
Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: “For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. In the course of five days the enemy made three attempts to raid his company`s front, but on no occasion did any of the enemy succeed in entering the front line. This was largely due to his skilful dispositions and organization and to the splendid example of courage and devotion to duty which was an inspiration to his men.” - unit recommendation dated 31 March 1918: “Recommended for consistent good work. He was in command of “D” Company when three attacks were launched against them in five days. None of the enemy reached our trenches. This was largely due to the efficient and effective organization of the front line garrison as made by Capt. Gardner”.
Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches - London Gazette Number 30107, 1 June 1917 - no citation - unit recommendation dated 3 March 1917: “For distinguished and gallant services and devotion to duty.”
Recommended for a Military Cross - unit recommendation dated 3 March 1917: “This Officer displayed splendid courage and leadership while in command of No.2 Party during raid on enemy trenches Feb 22/17.” - no award made
Private Henry Gardner
Born on 1 September 1896 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Olive Gardner, Liphook, England - son of Nellie Gardner, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as carpenter, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, red hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 March 1915 (number 410277) - 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 3 or 4 September 1916 - invalided to England on 23 September 1916 - died of his wounds in England on 22 February 1917 - buried in Bramshott (St. Mary) Churchyard (grave I.K.1), England.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 March 1915 (number 410277) - 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 3 or 4 September 1916 - invalided to England on 23 September 1916 - died of his wounds in England on 22 February 1917 - buried in Bramshott (St. Mary) Churchyard (grave I.K.1), England.
Thursday, 16 April 2009
Private Thomas Culbert
Born on 10 May 1891 in Belfast, Ireland - husband of Elizabeth Culbert, Mount Dennis, Ontario - father of James and Neil Culbert - at time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as machinist, married, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 13 January 1916 (number 775036) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 22 or 24 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 10 April 1917 - died on 24 June 1917 of wounds received that day - buried in La Chaudière Military Cemetery (grave Sumach Cemetery Memorial 20), France.
Both sons named their first born boys after their father - Thomas Neil Culbert and Thomas William Culbert.
My thanks to Thomas William Culbert for additional information on the family.
Update: a photo of Private Culbert's headstone I took at La Chaudière Military Cemetery.
Lance-Corporal Charles Gardner
Born on 11 March 1898 in Pembroke, Ontario - son of Mrs. Mary Gardner, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 11 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 March 1916 (number 246033) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 November 1917 - wounded on 3 or 4 October 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 9 December 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 6 June 1919.
Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 March 1916 (number 246033) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 November 1917 - wounded on 3 or 4 October 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 9 December 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 6 June 1919.
Private Berton Brownell
Born on 29 January 1898 (struck out and replaced with 25 January 1900) in Coe Hill, Ontario - son of Jacob and Maria Brownell, Whitby, Ontario - enlistment records provide the following: present address in Whitby, Ontario, trade as laborer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.Joined the 155th Canadian Infantry Battalion in Coe Hill, Ontario, on 13 March 1916 (number 636884) - taken on the strength of the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion in France on 24 May 1917 - killed in action on 30 June 1917 - buried in La Chaudière Military Cemetery (grave II.A.5), France.
Update: a photo of Private Ball's headstone I took at La Chaudière Military Cemetery.
Wednesday, 15 April 2009
Private William Gardiner
Born on 2 March 1881 in Glasgow, Scotland - son of Margaret Gardiner, Glasgow, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Columbia Station, Ohio, trade as stone cutter, single, no current military service, previously served with the 3rd Lanarak (four years as a private), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 3.75 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, grey eyes, fair hair.
Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 25 February 1916 (number 669860) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 10 or 13 April 1917 - invalided to England on 16 April 1917.
Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 25 February 1916 (number 669860) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 10 or 13 April 1917 - invalided to England on 16 April 1917.
Private Thomas Gardner
Born on 16 November 1873 or 1874 in London, England - husband of Eliza Gardner, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, married with six children (aged 21, 18, 14, 10, 7 and 5), no current military service, previously served as a signaller in the Royal Navy (fifteen years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 March 1915 (number 410099) - 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 19 May 1917 - [released] - rejoined the Canadian Expeditionary Force in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 March 1919 - joined the Special Guard, CMPC (Permanent Force) in Ottawa, Ontario, on 15 September 1919.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 March 1915 (number 410099) - 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 19 May 1917 - [released] - rejoined the Canadian Expeditionary Force in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 March 1919 - joined the Special Guard, CMPC (Permanent Force) in Ottawa, Ontario, on 15 September 1919.
Tuesday, 14 April 2009
Private Sydney Gardiner
Born on 21 May 1892 in Cheshire, England - son of Mrs. Agnes B. Gardiner, Cheshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Mallorytown, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current military service, previously served with the Yeomanry in England (three years) and the Cheshire Regiment (22 weeks), Church of England, height of 5 feet 8.25 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 1 December 1915 (number 639116) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 17 March 1918 - invalided to England on 21 March 1918.
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 1 December 1915 (number 639116) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 17 March 1918 - invalided to England on 21 March 1918.
Monday, 13 April 2009
Company Quartermaster-Sergeant George Albert Garbutt, MM
Born on 11 July 1883 in Grahamsville, Ontario - son of Elizabeth Garbutt, Malton, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Malton, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current military service, previously served with the Governor General's Body Guard (three years), Prebyterian, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 January 1916 (number 775624) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 27 April 1919.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "He showed most gallant and consistent leadership during attack on La Coulotte and Avion."
Unit recommendation for an unnamed decoration, likely a Military Medal, dated 17 April 1917: "For gallant conduct operations of Apr. 9/17." - no award made
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 January 1916 (number 775624) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 27 April 1919.
Awarded the Military Medal - no citation - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "He showed most gallant and consistent leadership during attack on La Coulotte and Avion."
Unit recommendation for an unnamed decoration, likely a Military Medal, dated 17 April 1917: "For gallant conduct operations of Apr. 9/17." - no award made
Sergeant Edgar Garbutt
Born on 5 January 1889 in Grahamsville, Ontario - son of Wilson Garbutt, Malton, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Malton, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6.25 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey eyes, black hair.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 3 March 1916 (number 775929) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 3 or 9 September 1918 - invalided to England on 29 November 1918.
Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 3 March 1916 (number 775929) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 3 or 9 September 1918 - invalided to England on 29 November 1918.
Sunday, 12 April 2009
Private Clarence Roy Garbutt
Born on 19 July 1886 in Warkworth, Ontario - son of Mary Ann Garbutt, Warkworth, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Warkworth, Ontario, single, Methodist, trade as printer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 11 January 1918 (number 3055909) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 12 September 1918.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 11 January 1918 (number 3055909) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 12 September 1918.
Private Alan McKenzie Gammell
Born on 30 December 1892 or 1893 in Montreal, Quebec - sone of Mrs. I. Gammell, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as office man, single, no current military service, previously served with the 3rd Victoria Rifles, Prebyterian, height of 5 feet 8.3 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, auburn hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal on 11 March 1915 (number 410957) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 17 July 1915 - wounded on 17 January 1917 - [left the CEF] - rejoined the CEF in Montreal, Quebec, on 18 October 1917 as a lieutenant - later promoted to captain - seconded to the Deputy Branch of the Adjutant-General in Ottawa from 1 April 1918 to 15 April 1919.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal on 11 March 1915 (number 410957) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 17 July 1915 - wounded on 17 January 1917 - [left the CEF] - rejoined the CEF in Montreal, Quebec, on 18 October 1917 as a lieutenant - later promoted to captain - seconded to the Deputy Branch of the Adjutant-General in Ottawa from 1 April 1918 to 15 April 1919.
Saturday, 11 April 2009
Private Ralph Gallinger
Born on 29 May 1897 in Cornwall, Ontario - son of William Gallinger, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Cornwall, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 30 May 1916 (number 634154) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.C.6), France.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 30 May 1916 (number 634154) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.C.6), France.
Private Edgar Labrie
Born on 14 January 1894 in Gloucester, Ontario - son of Mrs. E. Labrie, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as mother; single; Roman Catholic; trade as harness maker; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; black hair.
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 January 1918 (number 3320408) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.B.13), France.
(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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)
Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 January 1918 (number 3320408) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.B.13), France.
(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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)
Friday, 10 April 2009
Private Albert Ernest Gallinger
Born on 29 July 1897 in Cornwall, Ontario - son of William Gallinger, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current military service, previously served with the 59th Regiment Canal Guard (two months), Methodist, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 16 August 1915 (number 144994) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - 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 6 July 1917.
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 16 August 1915 (number 144994) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - 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 6 July 1917.
Thursday, 9 April 2009
Private Gerald Gallant
Born on 24 June 1895 in Summerside, Prince Edward Island - son of John Gallant, Summerside, Prince Edward Island - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Shediac, New Brunswick, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Sherbrooke, Quebec, on 12 August 1916 (number 1033251) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 April 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 May 1919.
Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Sherbrooke, Quebec, on 12 August 1916 (number 1033251) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 April 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 May 1919.
Wednesday, 8 April 2009
Private John Joseph Gale
Born on 7 August 1896 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Delphine Gale, Eastview, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as driver, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, blonde hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 February 1915 (number 410921) - 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 9 or 10 April 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - [returned to Canada] - joined the 3rd Battalion, Canadian Garrison Regiment, CEF, as a Lieutenant in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 July 1918.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 February 1915 (number 410921) - 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 9 or 10 April 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - [returned to Canada] - joined the 3rd Battalion, Canadian Garrison Regiment, CEF, as a Lieutenant in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 July 1918.
Tuesday, 7 April 2009
Corporal Charles Gale
Born on 5 October 1891 in Dundas County, Ontario - husband of Chas Gale, Morrisburg, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Morrisburg, Ontario, trade as general clerk, married, currently a member of the Canal Patrol (five months), no previous military service, Presybterian, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Morrisburg, Ontario, on 4 January 1916 (number 633167) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided sick to England on 20 September 1918.
Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Morrisburg, Ontario, on 4 January 1916 (number 633167) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided sick to England on 20 September 1918.
Lance-Corporal Arthur Austin Gale
Born on 10 October 1898 in Southwold, Ontario - son of Mrs. Ida Alberta Gale, Shedden, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Shedden, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Baptist, height of 5 feet 7.75 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, gray eyes, light hair.
Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 22 March 1916 (number 190091) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 10 November 1917.
Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 22 March 1916 (number 190091) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 10 November 1917.
Monday, 6 April 2009
Private Earl Bruce Galbraith
Born on 21 January 1891 in Yarker, Ontario - son of Robert and Celia Galbraith, Yarker, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Kingston, Ontario, trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, dark brown hair.
Joined No. 3 Section, Divisional Ammunition Column, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 9 March 1917 (number 2043032) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - died of his wounds on 3 November 1917 - buried in Nine Elms British Cemetery (grave VII.D.5), Belgium.
Joined No. 3 Section, Divisional Ammunition Column, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 9 March 1917 (number 2043032) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - died of his wounds on 3 November 1917 - buried in Nine Elms British Cemetery (grave VII.D.5), Belgium.
Sunday, 5 April 2009
Lieutenant Reginald Charles Gaisford, MC
Born on 16 March 1881 in England - son of Mrs. Robert Gaisford, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Brockville, Ontario, trade as draughtsman, Methodist, currently a member of the 41st Regiment, no previously military service.
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, as a Captain on 21 January 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a Lieutenant on 6 March 1918 - wounded on 28 May 1918 - rejoined the battalion on 28 May [?] 1918 - wounded on 28 September 1918 - invalided to England on 1 October 1918.
Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. After leading his platoon in the attack he was directed in the evening to connect up with the right battalion. This he successfully accomplished after encountering great difficulties. The next morning he was the only officer left in the company, and skilfully repelled a strong enemy counter-attack, improving his position at the same time. For thirty-six hours he personally supervised and inspired his men." - unit recommendation dated 16 August 1918: "For excellent work during operations in front of Hallu on 10th and 11th Augt./18."
Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, as a Captain on 21 January 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a Lieutenant on 6 March 1918 - wounded on 28 May 1918 - rejoined the battalion on 28 May [?] 1918 - wounded on 28 September 1918 - invalided to England on 1 October 1918.
Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. After leading his platoon in the attack he was directed in the evening to connect up with the right battalion. This he successfully accomplished after encountering great difficulties. The next morning he was the only officer left in the company, and skilfully repelled a strong enemy counter-attack, improving his position at the same time. For thirty-six hours he personally supervised and inspired his men." - unit recommendation dated 16 August 1918: "For excellent work during operations in front of Hallu on 10th and 11th Augt./18."
Private George Lyall Fraser, MM
Born on 10 May 1894 in Port Arthur, Ontario - son of J.A. Fraser, Atlin, British Columbia - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as McGill student, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, dark hair - at the time of his reenlistment in 1918: present address in Vancouver, British Columbia, trade as "was student Civil Engineering".
Graduated from McGill College British Columbia with a degree in science in 1913-15.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 24 March 1915 (number 411058) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 17 July 1915 - promoted to Bombing Corporal in April 1916 - promoted to Sergeant in April 1916 - wounded at Mount Sorrel, Belgium, on 16 or 17 July 1916 - wounded at Regina Trench, France, on 8 October 1916 - invalided to England on 25 November 1916 - invalided to Canada on 1 April 1917 - joined the 11th Special Service Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, in August 1917 - attached to the British and Canadian Recruiting Mission in the United States in August 1917 - commissioned in the CEF as a Lieutenant in April 1918 - joined the 11th Battalion, Canadian Garrison Regiment, CEF, as a Lieutenant in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 1 July 1918 - served as the battalion adjutant from 1 May 1919 - discharged from the CEF in October 1919.
Awarded the Military Medal for bravery on the Somme on 8 October 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, Record of Service 1914-1918: University of British Columbia, McGill British Columbia, Vancouver College (Vancouver: Lionel Ward & Company, Ltd., 1924), p.50)
Graduated from McGill College British Columbia with a degree in science in 1913-15.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 24 March 1915 (number 411058) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 17 July 1915 - promoted to Bombing Corporal in April 1916 - promoted to Sergeant in April 1916 - wounded at Mount Sorrel, Belgium, on 16 or 17 July 1916 - wounded at Regina Trench, France, on 8 October 1916 - invalided to England on 25 November 1916 - invalided to Canada on 1 April 1917 - joined the 11th Special Service Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, in August 1917 - attached to the British and Canadian Recruiting Mission in the United States in August 1917 - commissioned in the CEF as a Lieutenant in April 1918 - joined the 11th Battalion, Canadian Garrison Regiment, CEF, as a Lieutenant in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 1 July 1918 - served as the battalion adjutant from 1 May 1919 - discharged from the CEF in October 1919.
Awarded the Military Medal for bravery on the Somme on 8 October 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, Record of Service 1914-1918: University of British Columbia, McGill British Columbia, Vancouver College (Vancouver: Lionel Ward & Company, Ltd., 1924), p.50)
Lance-Corporal Grant Fowler
Born on 22 January 1895 in Vancouver, British Columbia - son of R.J. Fowler, North Vancouver, British Columbia - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as McGill student, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.
Graduated from McGill College British Columbia with a degree in Science in 1914-15.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 11 March 1915 (number 411050) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - wounded at Hooge, Belgium, on 15 April 1916 - wounded at Vimy, France, and made a prisoner of war on 28 March 1917 - repatriated to Canada and discharged in July 1919.
(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, Record of Service 1914-1918: University of British Columbia, McGill British Columbia, Vancouver College (Vancouver: Lionel Ward & Company, Ltd., 1924), p.49)
Graduated from McGill College British Columbia with a degree in Science in 1914-15.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 11 March 1915 (number 411050) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - wounded at Hooge, Belgium, on 15 April 1916 - wounded at Vimy, France, and made a prisoner of war on 28 March 1917 - repatriated to Canada and discharged in July 1919.
(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, Record of Service 1914-1918: University of British Columbia, McGill British Columbia, Vancouver College (Vancouver: Lionel Ward & Company, Ltd., 1924), p.49)
Saturday, 4 April 2009
Private Henry Holenger Gagnon
Born on 7 October 1893 in Baskatong Bridge, Quebec - son of William Gagnon, Baskatong Bridge, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as lumberman, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8.75 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, light brown hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 January 1915 (number 410098) - 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 17 November 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 7 December 1917.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 January 1915 (number 410098) - 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 17 November 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 7 December 1917.
Friday, 3 April 2009
Private Arthur Gagnon
Born on 16 September 1898 in Sturgeon Falls, Ontario - brother of Joseph Gagnon, Renfrew, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Renfrew, Ontario, trade as farm labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 2 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, hazel eyes, dark brown hair.
Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, in Renfrew, Ontario, on 3 August 1916 (number 1042060) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 6 or 7 December 1917 - killed in action on 2 September 1918 - buried in Vis-en-Artois British Cemetery (grave II.B.39), France.
Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, in Renfrew, Ontario, on 3 August 1916 (number 1042060) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 6 or 7 December 1917 - killed in action on 2 September 1918 - buried in Vis-en-Artois British Cemetery (grave II.B.39), France.
Private Henry Gagne
Born on 4 November 1890 in Montreal, Quebec - son of Edward Gagne, St. Andrews, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, gray eyes, black hair.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 17 April 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 22 June 1915 (number 410743) - 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 Light Railway [?] or the Canadian Engineers on 23 November 1917.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 17 April 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 22 June 1915 (number 410743) - 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 Light Railway [?] or the Canadian Engineers on 23 November 1917.
Thursday, 2 April 2009
Private Aldoria Gagne
Born on 18 June 1895 in Hull, Quebec - son of William Gagne, Hull, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as papermaker, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 August 1915 (number 144326) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 May 1916 - joined the 242nd Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 26 May 1916.
Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 August 1915 (number 144326) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 May 1916 - joined the 242nd Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 26 May 1916.
Private William Gadd
Born on 28 February 1892 in Durham, Ontario - son of Mrs. Mary Ann Watson, Durham, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as printer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 29 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410742) - 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 18 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 12 March 1917 - wounded on 28 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 7 November 1917 - killed in action on 16 March 1918 - buried in Aix-Noulette Communal Cemetery Extension (grave II.C.12), France.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 29 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410742) - 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 18 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 12 March 1917 - wounded on 28 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 7 November 1917 - killed in action on 16 March 1918 - buried in Aix-Noulette Communal Cemetery Extension (grave II.C.12), France.
Wednesday, 1 April 2009
Corporal Eli Jonas Furler
Born on 22 October 1888 in Delhi, Ontario - husband of Ruth Furler, Delhi, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as thrasher, married, currently a member of the 39th Regiment, no previous military service, Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 9 inches, weight of 158 pounds, chest of 42 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.
Joined the 133rd Battalion, CEF, in Simcoe, Ontario, on 24 January 1916 (number 797564) - transferred to the 215th Battalion, CEF - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - invalided sick to England on 30 March 1919.
Joined the 133rd Battalion, CEF, in Simcoe, Ontario, on 24 January 1916 (number 797564) - transferred to the 215th Battalion, CEF - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - invalided sick to England on 30 March 1919.
Private Reginald Hill Fulton
Born on 6 November 1893 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island - son of Mrs. Emily Fulton, Great Village, Nova Scotia - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Belleville, Ontario, single, Presbyterian, trade as bookkeeper, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 16 February 1918 (number 3056731) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - wounded on 4 November 1918 - invalided to England on 7 November 1918.
Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 16 February 1918 (number 3056731) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - wounded on 4 November 1918 - invalided to England on 7 November 1918.