Corporal James Davidson Gordon

Born on 4 October 1889 in Aberdeenshire, Scotland - next of kin listed as Mina Gordon, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as stonemason, married, currently a member of the active militia, previously served in the military, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.

Joined the 35th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 5 April 1915 (number 405512) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - invalided sick to England on 6 September 1918.

Lance-Corporal James D. Gordon

Born on 9 December 1887 in Williamsburg Township, Ontario - son of Mrs. Katherine Gordon, Morewood, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as painter, single, no current military service, previously served with the 59th Regiment (three years), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 6 April 1915 (number 410837) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 6 or 8 November 1915 - wounded on 13 or 15 October 1916.

Private Angus Gordon

Born on 17 December 1889 in Halifax, Nova Scotia - next of kin listed as L. Gordon, Valparaiso, South America - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as baker, single, no current military service, previously served with HMS Canada (two years), Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7.25 inches, chest of 38.25 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, brown/hazel eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 31 July 1915 (number 410282) - 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 20 December 1917.

Captain Leo Francis Goodwin, MC

Joined the 237th Battalion, CEF, on 25 May 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 6 or 10 April 1917 - served as the battalion adjutant from 17 March 1918 - wounded on 28 May 1918 - killed in action on 27 September 1918 - buried in Quarry Wood Cemetery (grave I.B.33), France.

Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During a hostile raid on our trenches he collected twenty men of a working party, led them up to the front trenches, and distributed them along the sector attacked. He passed up and down the trench visiting all the posts, and by his cool behaviour and cheerful encouragement inspired all ranks with the utmost confidence." - unit recommendation dated 19 March 1918: "During enemy raid Mar. 16/18 this Officer, by his cool behaviour, confident manner and cheerful encouragement, kept the fighting spirit of his men at the highest pitch."

Awarded a Mentioned-in-Despatches - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "He did excellent work during the operations against La Coulotte and Avion June 26th to June 30th, 1917."

Private Henry Goodwin

Born on 24 December 1878 in Lewishan, England - husband of Kate F. Goodwin, Carleton Place, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as blacksmith, married, no current military service, previously served with the West Kent Regiment in England, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, gray eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Carleton Place, Ontario, on 29 October 1915 (number 787605) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Private Harry Joseph Goodreau

Born on 29 February 1888 in Brudenell, Ontario - son of Mary Goodreau, Madawaska, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as mechanic, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 29 December 1915 (number 145713) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 or 29 November 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917 - returned to Canada on 2 March 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, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.103)

Private Percy Cecil Gomme

Born on 5 March 1897 in New Castle, Ontario - son of Charles and H.M. Gomme, New Castle, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in New Castle, Ontario, trade as student, single, no current military service, previously served in the 46th Regiment, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Belleville, Ontario, on 21 April 1916 (number 219017) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 18 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 1 August 1916 - taken on the strength of the 72nd Battalion, CEF, on 12 August 1916 - later promoted to lance-corporal - killed in action on 1 November 1917 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 18-28-30), Belgium.

Private Stanley Frank Golding

Born on 27 June 1894 in St. Thomas, Ontario - son of Mrs. Louise Golding, St. Thomas, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as mother, trade as railway clerk, single, no current military service, previously served with the 25th Regiment (one year), Methodist, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 17 December 1915 (number 189682) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 28 June 1917 - invalided to England on 19 July 1917.

Private Leonard Goldfinch

Born on 26 October 1897 in Woolurck[?], England - son of Mrs. Louise Cleft, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 9 June 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410749) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916.

Private Arthur William Golden

Born on 29 December 1893 in Vankleek Hill, Ontario - son of Mrs. Maggie Golden, Vankleek Hill, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Vankleek Hill, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Hawkesbury, Ontario, on 15 March 1916 (number 633773) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 10 or 11 August 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 13 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Private Isidore Godin

Born on 15 May 1898 in Mizonette, New Brunswick - son of Luke and Lucy Lantaigne Godin - brother of Miss Leontine Godin, Mizonette, New Brunswick - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as sister, listed as a "defaulter", single, Roman Catholic, trade as fisherman, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 24 May 1918 (number 4021676) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - killed in action on 4 November 1918 - buried in Onnaing Communal Cemetery (grave in south-west part), France.

Private Samuel Godin

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, on 23 March 1918 (number 3320745) - 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 Philip Thomas Godfrey

Born on 16 December 1891 in Torquay, England - son of Thomas and Beatrice Dora Godfrey, Bradninch, Devonshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as tanner, single, no current military service, previously served with the 7th Devons Cyclists, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 19 November 1915 (number 775295) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - killed in action on 11 January 1917 - buried in Ecoivres Military Cemetery (grave IV.B.5), France.

Private John Edmond Goddard

Born on 18 February 1897 in Birmingham, England - son of Edmond Goddard, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in West Lorne, Ontario, trade as farming, single, no current military service, previously served with the Army Medical Corps in Toronto (six months), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 189979) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 1 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 7 November 1916 - wounded on 22 March 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 28 March 1917 - wounded on 6 May 1917 - transferred to the 4th Divisional Employment Company on 25 February 1918.

Private Geoffrey James Edwards

Born on 16 January 1895 in Lindsay, Ontario - son of Mrs. J.G. Edwards, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Lindsay, Ontario, trade as clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 6 January 1916 (number 145743) - achieved the rank of sergeant - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England as a private on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 12 April 1917 - returned to Canada on 20 December 1918.

(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.97)

Private William Duke

Born on 25 July 1896 in London, England - son of J.W. Duke, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as steamfitter's helper, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, dark eyes, black hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 24 July 1915 (number 144450) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - suffered shell shock on 17 October 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 24 October 1916 - invalided sick to England on 28 January 1919 - returned to Canada on 14 May 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, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.96)

Private Henry Crane

Born on 10 August 1892 in Dublin, Ireland - brother of Arthur Crane, Buckingham, Quebec - at time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 4 October 1915 (number 145261) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 29 June 1917 - invalided to England on 3 July 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 7 December 1917 - wounded on 2 or 4 September 1918 - invalided to England on 9 September 1918 - returned to Canada on 25 January 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, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.91)

Corporal Edward Wyatt Cox

Born on 27 Noveber 1893 in Surrey, England - son of Sophie Cox, Gilford, England - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as driver, married, no current military service, previously served five months in the "36 Pell A. Inf.", Church of England, height of 5 feet 2 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 29 July 1915 (number 144639) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England as a corporal on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - returned to Canada on 13 June 1919 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 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, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.91)

Private Charles Joseph Corneau

Born on 23 March 1892 in Kings Siding, Ontario - son of Noel Corneau, Eastview, Ontario - at time of enlistment in 1915: present address in Eastview, Ontario, trade as bell boy, single, no current military service, previously served four years in the Army Medical Corps, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 40 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 November 1915 (number 145454) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England, on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 8 May 1917 - wounded on 26 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 28 June 1917 - wounded on 23 August 1917 - wounded on 10 November 1917 - wounded on 30 or 31 August 1918 - invalided to England on 4 September 1918 - returned to Canada on 14 March 1919.

Died in 1941 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(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.89)

Private Walter Colby

Born on 24 February 1896 in Toronto, Ontario - son of Annie Colby, Toronto, Ontario - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current military service, previously served one week in the Mississauga Horse, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 24 July 1915 (number 144502) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 11 January 1917 - invalided to England on 10 February 1917 - later served in reserve units and the Canadian Forestry Corps - returned to Canada on 14 December 1918.

(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.89)

Private Albert Cockburn

Born on 11 March 1896 in Kingston, Ontario - next of kin listed as John Cockburn, Kingston, Ontario - enlistment records provide the following: trade as shipbuilder, single, currently a member of the 14th Regiment (two years), no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 5 November 1915 (number 145326) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 11 or 14 September 1916 - invalided to England on 15 September 1916 - later served with reserve units - returned to Canada on 9 August 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, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.89)

Private James Henry Clement

Born on 9 November 1887 in Cornwall, England - son of Edwin and Sarah Clement, Toronto, Ontario - enlistment records provide the following: trade as tailoring, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 30 July 1915 (number 144452) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 19 December 1916 - returned to Canada on 11 April 1917 - died in Toronto, Ontario, on 30 September 1917 - buried in Toronto (Prospect) Cemetery (grave GWVA 37), Ontario.

(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.89)

Private Henry George Clarke

Born on 4 August 1891 in Kent, England - son of Thomas and F.H. Clarke, Kent, England - enlistment records provide the following: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 27 July 1915 (number 144645) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 19 November 1916 - invalided to England on 24 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 4 April 1917 - wounded on 26 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 26 July 1917 - died on 13 January 1918 of the wounds he received that day - buried in Aubigny Communal Cemetery Extension (grave III.C.14), 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; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.89)

Lance-Corporal Joseph William Charman

Born on 29 October 1880 in Seven Oaks, Kent, England - son of Joseph William Charman, London, England - enlistment records provide the following: trade as labouring, single, no current military service, previously served twelve years with the Scots Greys and 2nd Dragoons, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7.75 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 21 December 1915 (number 145719) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England as a lance-corporal on 6 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - taken on the strength of the Canadian Engineers on 20 April 1917 - returned to Canada on 16 April 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, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926, p.88)

Private Joseph Arcade Godbout

Born on 8 April 1881 in Hull, Quebec - usband of Corinne Godbout, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as master tailor, married, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 7 August 1915 (number 144048) - 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 December 1915 - joined the 230th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 4 August 1916 (number 1012503).

Private John Thomas Glynn

Born on 20 June 1896 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England - son of Michael (2nd Overseas Canadian Contingent) and Elizabeth Glynn, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as steam fitter, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 12 August 1915 (number 144991) - 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 No.1 Overseas Reinforcing Platoon, Duchess of Connaught's Own, Irish Canadian Rangers, in Montreal, Quebec, on 27 December 1916 - also served with the 14th Battalion, CEF.

Private Edward Glossop

Born on 28 March 1896 in Sheffield, England - son of Benjamin and Mary E. Glossop, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as bartender, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark 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 410748) - 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 - died of those wounds on 21 November 1916 - buried in Contay British Cemetery (grave VII.A.14), France.

Private Leon Elzear Globensky

Born on 16 December 1894 in Canada - next of kin listed as Mrs. Maria-Anna Globensky, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as civil servant, single, currently a member of the 43rd Regiment (since 1 February 1915), no previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410103) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915.

Private William Glen

Born on 1 September 1897 in Leith, Midlothian, Scotland - son of James Glen, Kirkfield Park, Manitoba - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as bank clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 53rd Battalion, CEF, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on 24 January 1916 (number 523612) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 5 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 30 or 31 October 1917 - invalided to England on 12 November 1917 - later served as an acting-corporal with the Canadian Army Medical Corps.

Private Harry Glazier

Born on 15 January 1897 in Fairfield East, Ontario - son of James Glazier, Brockville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as laborer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 4.75 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 22 February 1916 (number 639699) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 11 November 1917 - later served with the Canadian Army Dental Corps (?, buried as 38th Battalion) - died of sickness on 8 November 1918 - buried in Seaford Cemetery (grave A.639), England.

Private John Andrew Glavin

Born on 1 May 1899 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of John Glavin, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1918: present address same as father, trade as operator, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1916 (number 633578) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Private John James Glavey

Born on 3 September 1887 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Margaret Jane Glavey, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as mother, single, Roman Catholic, trade as woodsman, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 27 April 1918 (number 3320974) - 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.

Sergeant Joseph William Glass

Born on 5 September 1893 in Toronto, Ontario - son of Mrs. Louisa Glass, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as shipping clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 1.5 inches, weight of 125 pounds, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, sallow complexion, grey eyes, black hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 18 October 1915 (number 787310) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

He was Mentioned-in-Despatches - no official citation - unit recommendation date unknown (announced 11 July 1919): no recommendation text.

Captain James Glass

Born on 8 August 1872 in London, England - husband of Annie Glass, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as soldier, Church of England, currently a member of the Canadian Militia, previously served with the Canadian Expeditionary Force (1 3/12 years), the Permanent Force (five years), and the Imperial Army (twenty-one years).

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 8 February 1915 - served with the 38th Battalion as adjutant during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 28 February 1916 - [returned to Canada] - joined the 204th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 6 April 1916 - later promoted to major.

Private Joseph Adelard Giroux

Born on 7 March 1890 in Pembroke, Ontario - son of Mrs. Olive Giroux, Pembroke, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as painter, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey blue eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 5 January 1915 (number 410101) - 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 16 June 1919.

Lance-Corporal Merritt Sterling Glasford, MM

Born on 4 July 1896 in Ashley, Michigan - son of James J. and Ella Glasford, Oneida County, New York - nephew of Arthur Glasford, Westdale, New York - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as telegraph operator, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9.25 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 15 March 1915 (number 410958) - 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 29 May 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 21 December 1917 - killed in action on 27 September 1918 - buried in Quarry Wood Cemetery (grave III.A.2), France.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 17 April 1917: "For gallant conduct during action of Apr. 9/17."

Private Joseph Girouard

Born on 22 September 1884 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Mary Girouard, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as carpenter, married (with three children, aged five, four and two years), currently a member of the Governor General's Foot Guards (thirteen years), no previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 February 1915 (number 410283) - 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 4th Canadian Divisional Employment Company, CEF, on 24 June 1917.

Private Robert Edward Girling

Born on 7 September 1898 (claimed 1901 on his enlistment paper) in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Arthur Girling, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as clerk, single, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, hazel eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 May 1916 (number 246351) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion and sent to England as a minor on 3 March 1918.

Private Francis William Gingell

Born on 27 April 1891 in Calne, Wilts., England - husband of Mary Gingell, Toronto, Ontario - son of George and Elizabeth Gingell, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as car conductor, married, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 February 1916 (number 775872) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - died on 10 April 1917 of wounds received that day - buried in Barlin Communal Cemetery Extension (grave I.G.70), France.

Private Charles Ridgeway Gilpin

Born on 1 July 1894 in St. Mary's, Ontario - next of kin listed as John Courtney Gilpin, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on 5 April 1915 (number 411093) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 17 July 1915 - wounded on 21 April 1916 - transferred to the 46th Battalion, CEF, on 30 November 1916 - wounded on 20 August 1917 - seconded to the Canadian Records Office in London, England, from 2 November 1917 to 30 July 1919.

Awarded the Military Cross.

Private Roy Joseph Gillett

Born on 19 July 1893 in Toronto, Ontario - next of kin listed as Mrs. A. Gillett, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: single, no current or previous military service, Latter Day Saints, height of 5 feet [?] inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, gray eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 14 December 1915 (number 775626) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 24 August 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 21 September 1917 - wounded on 2 April 1918 - invalided to England on 7 April 1918.

Private James John Gillesper

Born on 15 December 1879 in Edinburgh, Scotland - husband of Margaret Gillesper, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as sailor, married, no current military service, previously served with the 56th Lisgar Rifles (one year), Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, weight of 131 pounds, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, iron grey hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 28 May 1915 (number 410498) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 13 August 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 6 October 1916 - wounded on 21 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 November 1916 - killed in action on 9 April 1917 - buried in Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery (grave F.6), France.

Update: a photo of Private Gillesper's headstone at Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery.

Private James Clifford Gillen

Born on 17 September 1895 in Glasgow Station, Ontario - son of Mrs. J. Gillan, Glasgow Station, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Glasgow Station, Ontario, single, Presbyterian, trade as farmer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 5 April 1918 (number 3320784) - 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 Walter Gill

Born on 14 June 1888 in Guildford, Surrey, England - brother of Frederick W. Gill, Fingal, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as brother, trade as farmer, single, no current military service, previously served with the 25th Elgin Regiment (one year), Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 8 June 1916 (number 190344) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 June or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 16 or 18 October 1916 - invalided to England on 20 October 1916.

Private Alfred Robert Gill

Born on 1 February 1894 in Downs, Surrey, England - brother of Albert Gill, Fingal, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in St. Thomas, Ontario, trade as farming, single, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 3.75 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 25 March 1916 (number 190135) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 1 November 1916 - invalided to England on 11 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 22 March 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 19 July 1917.

Private Joseph Henry Giles

Born on 19 June 1884 in Woodside, Surrey, England - husband of Dora Giles, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as bricklayer, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, gray eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 13 January 1916 (number 775071) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Private John Herbert Giles

Born on 16 October 1896 in Saskatchewan - son of Ruth Giles, Macdowall, Saskatchewan - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Chellwood, Saskacthewan, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the Signal Training Depot, Canadian Engineers, CEF, in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, on 4 June 1916 (number 1018463) - taken on the strength of the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 11 April 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 or 6 June 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 21 October 1918 - wounded on 30 October 1918 - invalided to England on 5 November 1918.

Private Clifton Edgar Giles, MM

Born on 12 April 1889 in Peterborough, Ontario - husband of Grace Giles, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as carpenter, married, no current military service, previously served with the 57th Peterborough Regiment (five years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 1 March 1916 (number 669908) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 16 September 1917 - invalided to England on 19 September 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 or 12 April 1918 - wounded on 1 November 1918 - invalided to England on 6 November 1918.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 7 September 1918: "For gallantry during Scarpe Operations, Sept 1st and 2nd 1918."

Private Alfred Joseph Giles

Born on 8 January 1890 in Kent, England - brother of Thomas Walter Giles, HMS Bonaventure - brother of Miss Nellie Giles, Swancombe, Kent, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 35.75 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, gray eyes, red hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 5 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410280) - 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 22 April 1918 - buried in La Targette British Cemetery (grave I.J.28), France.

Private George Aiden Gilchrist

Born on 12 July 1897 in Owen Sound, Ontario - father resident of Owen Sound, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 147th Battalion, CEF, in Owen Sound, Ontario, on 6 March 1916 (number 838927) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 2 March 1919.

Sergeant Alfred Peter Gilchrist

Born on 20 October 1880 in London, England - husband of Elizbeth Mary Gilchrist, Eastend, Saskatchewan - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Eastend, Saskatchewan, trade as rancher, married, currently a member of the Light Horse, previously served with the Royal Engineers, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 209th Battalion, CEF, in Regina, Saskatchewan, on 5 April 1916 (number 252796) - 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 3 or 4 November 1918 - invalided to England on 23 November 1918.

Private Emmanuel Gilbert

Born on 7 November 1900 (claimed 7 November 1897 on enlistment records) in Snow Road, [???] - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: sone of June Gilbert, Appleton, Ontario, trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Prebyterian, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, weight of 137 pounds, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Carleton Place, Ontario, on 8 December 1915 (number 787641) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - wounded on 23 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 17 March 1917 - wounded on 18 June 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion as a minor on 23 September 1917.

Lance-Sergeant Leonard Charles Gifford

Born on 28 May 1890 in Ramsgate, Kent, England - husband of Edith F. Gifford, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as machinist, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 1 February 1916 (number 775835) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 November 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Private George Frederick Giddins

Born on 19 April 1882 in Herefordshire, England - husband of Lizzie Gertrude Giddins, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as bricklayer, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battallion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 January 1916 (number 669154) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - killed in action on 26 March 1917 - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave VII.F.27), France.

Private Samuel Harrison Gifford

Born on 23 April 1896 in Madoc, Ontario - son of Samuel Gifford, Madoc, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Madoc, Ontario, single, Methodist, trade as fireman with Grand Trunk Railway, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, weight of 140 pounds, chest of 40 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, red hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 16 February 1918 (number 3056726) - 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 William Patterson Gibson

Born on 28 August 1892 in Glasgow, Scotland - son of Mrs. Mary Wright, Glasgow, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as baggage man, no current military service, previously served in the 41st Regiment (two years), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 25 January 1915 (number 410497) - 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 11 February 1917 - invalided to England on 16 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 November 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 5 May 1919.

Private Peter Gianoski

Born on 21 January 1895 in Camen Podolskoi Huberny, Tohozy, Russia - son of Mrs. Nuri Gianoski, Olhowieckoi, Volosty Sielo Tusiatin, Russia - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Mattawa, Ontario, trade as barber, single, no current or previous military service, Russian Church, height of 5 feet 5 inches, weight of 135 pounds, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, black complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Mattawa, Ontario, on 7 March 1916 (number 789181) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Forestry Corps, CEF, on 23 March 1918.

Private William John Gibbs

Born on 28 March 1877 in London, England - husband of Mary Jane Gibbs, Crystal Beach, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Crystal Beach, Ontario, trade as labourer, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 176th Battalion, CEF, in Ridgeway, Ontario, on 8 April 1916 (number 850457) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 or 9 April 1918 - wounded on 4 September 1918 - invalided to England on 6 September 1918.

Sergeant Joseph Harrison Gibson

Born on 12 October 1891 in Carleton Place, Ontario - husband of Emma F. Gibson, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as locomotive fireman, married with no children, currently a member of the 43rd Regiment, previously served with the Army Medical Corps (one year), Protestant, height of 5 feet 11.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, blonde hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 April 1915 (number 410100) - 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 16 or 19 November 1916 - invalided to England on 21 November 1916 - later served as a sergeant-major with the Canadian Army Medical Corps in Canada.

Private John Edward Gibson

Born on 13 May 1893 in Calgary, Alberta - son of Mrs. Gibson, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as mother, single, Presbyterian, trade as stereotyper, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, gray eyes, medium brown hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 14 January 1918 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 21 December 1918.

Private Ernest Gibson

Born on 11 July 1890 in Leicester, England - husband of Lillian May Gibson, Toronto, Ontario - son of late Thomas and Elizabeth Gibson, Leicester, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as butcher, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 26 January 1916 (number 775625) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 14 April 1917 - died of sickness on 22 October 1918 - buried in Toronto (Prospect) Cemetery (grave Sec.7.253), Canada.

Private Thomas Gibbs

Born on 15 January 1897 in London, England - son of Mrs. Alice Gibbs, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 12 August 1915 (number 144277) - 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 - killed in action on 1 March 1917 - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave VII.D.22), France.

Corporal Edward Gibson, MM

Born on 18 July 1876 in Airdria, Scotland - husband of Lucinda Gibson, Collingwood, Ontario - father of Private Abram Lawson Gibson (number 642149) - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Collingwood, Ontario, trade as driller, married, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 39.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 157th Battalion, CEF, in Collingwood, Ontario, on 11 January 1916 (number 642674) - 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.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 7 September 1918: "For gallantry as a stretcher bearer during Scarpe Operations, Sept 1st and 2nd 1918."

Private George Frederick Arthur Gibson

Born on 1 June 1897 in England - son of Mrs. Alice Gibson, Ottawa, Ontario - brother of Charlie Gibson, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, brown eyes, auburn hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 7 July 1915 (number 144442) - 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 - wounded on 27 or 28 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 2 November 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 6 June 1919.

Private Abram Lawson Gibson

Born on 3 September 1898 in Glasgow, Scotland - son of Edward and Lucinda Gibson, Collingwood, Ontario - father was Corporal Edward Gibson, MM (number 642149) - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Collingwood, Ontario, trade as riveter's helper, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey eyes, black hair.

Joined the 157th Battalion, CEF, on 25 November 1915 (number 642149) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.A.12), France.