Private William Henry Russell Hart

Born on 27 August 1898 in Toronto, Ontario - son of Williamina Hart, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address same as mother, trade as chauffeur, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the No.2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 26 January 1917 (number 513863) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - died on 26 April 1918 of wounds received that day - buried in Ligny-St. Flochel British Cemetery (grave I.A.23), 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)

Private William Francis Hart

Born on 1 June 1876 in Chicago, Illinois - son of Mary Hart, Chicago, Illinois - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Douglas, Manitoba, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on 8 December 1915 (number 700183) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 16 or 17 February 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 26 April 1918 - transferred to the Canadian Forestry Corps on 2 May 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)

Private John Hart

Born on 12 April 1894 in Montreal, Quebec - friend of John Jones, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster, single, no current military service, previously served in the American field artillery (three years), Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 21 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410760) - 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 Labour Pool on 20 February 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)

Private Gerald Way Hart

Born on 13 November 1889 in Wilfred, Ontario - son of Eda Hart, Pefferlaw, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Pefferlaw, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 8 February 1916 (number 669670) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 25 or 29 June 1917 - invalided to England on 6 September 1917.

(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)

Lieutenant Samuel Leonard Tillery Harrison

Joined the 145th Battalion, CEF, on 20 December 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a Lieutenant on 23 August 1918 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.A.6), France.

(sources: 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)

Private Cornelius Samuel Hart

Born on 7 November 1896 in Cornwall, Ontario - son of John Hart, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Cornwall, Ontario, trade as student, single, no current military service, previously served with the 59th Regiment (two years) and the Canal Patrol (three months), Church of England, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 36.75 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 11 November 1915 (number 633141) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 3 November 1924.

Died on 6 December 1924.

(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)

Private Percy Harrison

Born on 18 February 1888 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Lena[?] Harrison, Ottawa, Ontario - nephew of William Stinson, Ottawa, Ontario [listed as next of kin] - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as driver, married with a five year old son and two year old daughter, currently a member of the Governor General's Foot Guards, previously served with the 43rd Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles (one year), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 8 May 1915 (number 410107) - 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 or 19 November 1916 - invalided to England on 24 November 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)

Private Henry Melvin Harrison

Born on 8 December 1892 in Bruce, Ontario - brother of Nelson Harrison, Mildway[?], Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, hazel eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Belleville, Ontario, on 8 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 June 1915 (number 410305) - 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 28 or 30 September 1918 - invalided to England on 12 October 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)

Private Walter Harris, MM and Bar, MSM

Born on 1 August 1897 in Redding, England - son of Mary Harris, Redding, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Omemee, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Omemee, Ontario, on 1 January 1916 (number 725101) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 8 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 10 April 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 7 November 1917: "On Oct. 31/17 when a shell exploded causing ten casualties in his Platoon, he remained behind and with outstanding courage and devotion to duty, dressed their wounds under heavy shell fire."

Awarded the Bar to the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 7 September 1918: "For gallant service in dressing wounded near Dury during Scarpe Operations, Sept 1st and 2nd 1918. Recommended for D.C.M."

Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 7 November 1917: "On Oct. 31/17 when a shell exploded causing ten casualties in his Platoon, he remained behind and with outstanding courage and devotion to duty, dressed their wounds under heavy shell fire."

(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; Canadian War Museum, 19680229-001, Manu 58C 1 2.18, Honours and Awards, 38th Battalion (Records of recommendations for honours and awards and mentioned in dispatches 19161121 19190117))

Private Frederick William Harrison

Born on 4 July 1880 in London, England - husband of Maria Harrison, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as cook, married, currently a member of the 9th Battery, Canadian Field Artillery (five years), previously served with the 17th Leicester Regiment (six years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 May 1915 (number 410642) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - transferred to Headquarters, 8th Canadian Infantry Brigade, on 31 December 1916 - rejoined the 2nd Battalion on 3 April 1917 - transferred to the 5th Canadian Army Employment Company on 10 July 1917 - rejoined the 2nd Battalion on 1 July 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)

Acting Company Sergeant-Major (Corporal) Thomas Edward Harris

Born on 12 February 1881 in Totnes, Devonshire, England - husband of Annie Louisa Harris, Totnes, Devonshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as professional rowing coach, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 29 January 1915 (number 410759) - 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 January 1917 - later served with reserve units.

(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)

Private Percy Leonard Harris

Born in June 1889 in London, England - husband of Mary Helen Harris, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as boilermaker's mate, married, currently a member of the 3rd Company Engineers, Ottawa, no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 3[5?] inches fully expanded, clear complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 27 January 1915 (number 410304) - 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 19 November 1916 - invalided to England on 27 November 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)

Private Herbert John Harris

Born in October 1896 in Boston, Massachusetts - son of Edward Harris, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as wire worker, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, light complexion, grey eyes, light hair.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 26 January 1916 (number 207764) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 16 or 17 February 1917 - wounded on 31 October 1917 - invalided to England on 5 November 1917.

(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)

Private Frank Leonard Harris

Born on 22 November 1882 in North Carolina - brother of John Harris, Newport, Tennessee - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in North Carolina, trade as soldier, no current military service, previously served with the United States Coast Artillery (nine years), Methodist, height of 5 feet 11 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown (turning grey) hair.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Lethbridge, Alberta, on 27 October 1915 (number 160928) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 April 1917 - 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)

Private Cleveland Oliver Harris

Born on 17 October 1893 in Cooksville, Ontario - son of Mrs. Elizabeth Harrison, Cooksville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Cooksville, Ontario, trade as lineman, single, no current military service, previously served three years with the Governor General's Body Guard (Niagara Camp), Methodist, height of 6 feet 0 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 4 March 1916 (number 775939) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917.

(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)

Private Claude Norman Harris

Born on 29 August 1899 in Whites Station, Ontario - son of Mrs. Eva Harris, Whites Station, 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, Church of England, height of 5 feet 3.75 inches, chest of 32.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 3 April 1916 (number 190201) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - invalided sick to England on 22 September 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)

Private John Patrick Harrington

Born on 5 December 1892 in Richmond, Ontario - son of Annie Harrington, Munster, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 3 November 1915 (number 145378) - transferred to the 207th Battalion, CEF, on 23 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 April 1918 - wounded on 11 August 1918 - invalided to England on 15 August 1918 - reenlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force in Ottawa, Ontario, on 15 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)

Major John James Harriman

Born on 15 October 1879 in Thorold, Ontario - husband of Ethel Fanny Harriman, Niagara Falls, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as wife, trade as merchant, Presbyterian, currently a member of the 44th Lincoln and Welland Regiment (since 1903).

Joined the 98th Battalion, CEF, as a Major in Welland, Ontario, on 23 November 1915 - taken on the strength of the 73rd Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 30 January 1917 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 February 1917 - invalided sick to England on 23 May 1917 - later served with the Canadian Forestry Corps.

(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)

Private Frederick David Harryman

Born on 27 December 1885 in London, England - husband of Mary Ann Harryman, Fairbank, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as paper box maker, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.25 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, gray eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 4 February 1916 (number 669588) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 or 12 April 1918 - 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)

Private Herbert Harran

Born on 26 March 1898 in Peterborough, Ontario - son of Mrs. Eva Harran, Peterborough, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as brass finisher, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 2.75 inches, chest of 32 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 93rd Battalion, CEF, in Peterborough, Ontario, on 25 April 1916 (number 195938) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - killed in action on 22 April 1918 - buried in La Targette British Cemetery (grave I.J.27), 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)

Private William Harper

Born on 12 July 1896 in England - no next of kin indicated - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4.75 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 16 February 1915 (number 410209) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 28 August 1915.

(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)

Private Thomas Henry Harper

Born on 29 December 1892 in Cobden, Ontario - brother of William Harper, Cobden, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as blacksmith, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, red hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontarion, on 4 January 1915 (number 410742) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - transferred to the Canadian Engineers on 26 January 1917 - rejoined the 2nd Battalion on 22 September 1917.

(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)

Private Stanley Stuart Harper

Born on 18 March 1897 in Toronto, Ontario - brother of Mrs. Lily Norwich, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as sister, trade as plumber, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 95th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 8 November 1915 (number 201811) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 7 August 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to Headquarters, 7th Canadian Infantry Brigade, on 8 December 1917.

(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)

Private James Illion Harper

Born on 9 July 1897 in Chesterville, Ontario - son of Zerney[?] Harper, Toy's Hill, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toy's Hill, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Chesterville, Ontario, on 28 January 1916 (number 633336) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 23 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)

Private Frank Elliott Harper

Born on 27 February 1887 in Suffolk, England - son of Mrs. Mary Harper, Mattawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as lumberjack, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 24 February 1915 (number 410302) - 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 1 November 1916 - invalided to England on 8 November 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)

Acting Staff-Sergeant (Sergeant) Edward Douglas Harper

Born on 18 March 1897 in Toronto, Ontario - brother of Mrs. Lillie Norwich, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as bookkeeper, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 29 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410757) - 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 1 September 1916 - later served with reserve units.

(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)

Private David Millen Harper

Born on 5 November 1888 in Grand Valley, Dufferin, Ontario - brother of John A. Harper, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as lumber scaler, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, red hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 28 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410758) - 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 August 1918 - invalided to England on 16 August 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)

Private William James Harney

Born on 5 October 1887 in Manotick, Ontario - son of William Harney, Manotick Station, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Ottawa, Ontario, single, Roman Catholic, trade as shipping clerk, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 40 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, black hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 11 January 1918 (number 3056078) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - wounded on 1 September 1918 - invalided to England on 6 September 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)

Private William Joseph Hargrove

Born on 12 July 1898 in Lindsay, Ontario - son of William Hargrove, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Lindsay, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 31 January 1916 (number 725199) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 9 or 12 April 1917 - invalided to England on 17 April 1917.

(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)

Private Frederick Wilbur Hardy

Born on 17 January 1876 in Lochabour, Quebec - husband of Eva Hardy, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as tinsmith, married, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 23 February 1916 (number 669841) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - invalided sick to England on 5 February 1917.

(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)

Private Edward Hardy

Born on 15 August 1896 in London, Ontario - brother of Miss May Hardy, London, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Talbotville, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 25 March 1916 (number 190203) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - invalided sick to England on 29 August 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 June 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 26 April 1918 - transferred to the Canadian Forestry Corps on 2 May 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)

Private Albert Hardy

Born on 19 July 1895 in Lancashire, England - son of Mrs. Elizabeth Hardy, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 24 January 1916 (number 775630) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 1 January 1917 - wounded on 2 April 1917.

Died on 6 April 1923.

(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)

Private Allan Edgar Harding

Born on 12 September 1885 in Peterborough, Ontario - son of George Harding, Gelesburg[?], Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Peterborough, Ontario, single, Church of England, trade as cement mason, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 15 January 1918 (number 3056155) - 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.

(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)

Private Anton Hansen

Born on 17 February 1875 in Christiana, Norway - brother of Amelia Hansen, Christiana, Norway - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Montreal, Quebec, trade as carpenter, single, no current military service, previously served in the 4th Battery (Frederiston, Norway) (five years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 252nd Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 4 April 1917 (number 1087307) - transferred to the 253rd Battalion, CEF, on 25 April 1917 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 or 9 April 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 3 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)

Private Charles Hanniford

Born on 21 May 1878 in London, England - husband of Charlotte Hanniford, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, married, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, grey hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 21 May 1915 (number 410756) - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 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 - transferred to the 4th Divisional Employment Company on 18 July 1917.

(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)

Private David John Hannan

Born on 9 April 1897 in Toronto, Ontario - next of kin (guardian) listed as J. Hannan, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as operator, single, currently a member of the militia, no previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 58th Battalion, CEF, in Niagara, Ontario, on 30 June 1915 (number 451232) - [then?] - taken on the strength of the 58th Battalion on 29 March 1918 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 30 April 1918 - rejoined the 58th Battalion on 9 July 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 August 1918 - accidentally injured and invalided to England on 1 September 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)

Private James Robert Hanley

Born on 29 March 1897 in Toronto, Ontario - son of Elizabeth Hanley, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as driver, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 11 January 1916 (number 669177) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 15 April 1917 as a minor.

(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)

Private Ersel Irwin Hanes

Born on 21 September 1896 in Aultsville, Ontario - son of Charles S. and Susan Ella (née Pollock) Hanes, Aultsville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Aultsville, Ontario, trade as tinsmith, single, currently a member of the 59th Regiment's canal patrol (four months), no previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, light complexion, brown eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Morrisburg, Ontario, on 11 April 1916 (number 634025) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 20 April 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 12 May 1918 - wounded on 27 September 1918 and died of his wounds that day - buried in Bucquoy Road Cemetery (grave II.F.29), 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))

Private Arthur Garnet Hanes

Born on 28 July 1887 in Aultsville, Ontario - son of Reubin H. Hanes, Aultsville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Aultsville, Ontario, trade as accountant, single, currently a member of the 59th Regiment (two years), no previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Morrisburg, Ontario, on 8 April 1916 (number 634016) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 17 June 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 22 June 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 2 November 1917.

(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)

Sergeant Richard Handyside

Born on 26 July 1888 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Hugh Handyside, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as locomotive engineer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, clear complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 March 1915 (number 410408) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 22 September 1915 - wounded on 25 September 1916.

Last known address was on Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario - the same address as his brother Hugh Handyside. Their other brother, Ernest Handyside, was killed during the war.

(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)

Company Sergeant-Major (Warrant Officer Class II) Hugh Handyside

Born on 6 October 1886 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Hugh Handyside, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as trainman, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 11.25 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, clear complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 March 1915 (number 410346) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 5 June 1916 - wounded on 1 September 1916 - wounded on 5 May 1917.

Awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal.

Awarded the Military Medal.

Lived in Ottawa, Ontario, after the war on Parkdale Avenue.

(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)

Corporal Charles Isaac Marcus Bundy

Charles Isaac Marcus Bundy was born on 3 June 1887 in Tillsonburg, Ontario, the son of Martha Bundy (nee ?) (father deceased at the time of his enlistment). He married Eva Bundy (nee ?) and was the father of Martha (born c.1905), Annie B. (born c.1906), Charles (born c.1908) and May (born c.1914).

At the time of his enlistment in 1916, he and his wife resided in Tillsonburg, Ontario, where he worked as a pump maker, was a member of the Methodist church, was not then serving in the Canadian military and had no previous military service. He was 5 feet 5.5 inches tall, had a chest of 38 inches (fully expanded), with a dark complexion, brown eyes and light brown hair.

Bundy joined the 168th Battalion, CEF, in Tillsonburg, Ontario, on 6 January 1916 (number 675034). He arrived in England onboard SS Lapland on 11 November 1916. He was promoted to acting Corporal at West Sandling on 11 November 1916 and struck off the strength of the 168th Battalion at the same location on 5 December 1916 and taken on the strength of the 39th Battalion, CEF, on the same day. He was struck off the strength of the 39th Battalion at West Sandling on 4 January 1917 and taken on the strength of the 6th Reserve Battalion, CEF, at Shorncliffe the same day. He was struck off the strength of the 6th Reserve Battalion at East Sandling on 12 February 1917.

Bundy was taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a Corporal in the field on 13 February 1917. He was evacuated from the field with sickness on 21 April 1917, admitted to 6 Casualty Clearing Station on 24 April, transferred to 22 Casualty Clearing Station on 27 April, transferred to No. 3 Canadian General Hospital in Boulogne, France, with indigestion on 28 April, and transferred to 2 West General Hospital in Manchester, England, with indigestion and influenza on 5 May 1917. He was struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion and taken on the strength of the Eastern Ontario Regiment Depot in Seaford on 5 May 1917, transferred to Combined Clearing Hospital Woodcote Park in Epsom with indigestion and influenza on 14 July 1917 and transferred to No. 5 Canadian General Hospital in Kirkdale on 25 October 1917. He was invalided to Canada on HMHS Glenart Castle on 15 November 1917 and struck off the strength of the Eastern Ontario Regimental Depot on the same day. He was admitted to the MHCC convalescent home in London, Ontario, on 4 December 1917 and was discharged from the Canadian Expeditionary Force on 13 January 1918 due to being medically unfit, although his service conduct and character were described as "Very Good".

He died on 7 April 1962 in Westminster Hospital, London, 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; Library and Archives Canada, RG 150, Acc. 1992-93/166, box 1260-48, Personnel File)

Private Ernest Charles Bunce

Ernest Charles Bunce was born on 21 December 1878 in Whitechapel, London, England, the son of Elijah Charles and Mary E. Bunce, London, England. He married Maude Alma Bunce (nee ?) and was the father of Albert Edward (born c.1903), Ethel Rosina (born c.1909) and Frederick William (born c.1912).

At the time of his enlistment in 1915, he and his wife resided in Toronto, Ontario, where he worked as a teamster, was a member of the Church of England, was not then serving in the Canadian military and had no previous military service. He was 5 feet 6 inches tall, had a chest of 35 inches (fully expanded), weighed 135 pounds, with a fair complexion, brown eyes and fair hair.

Bunce joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto on 27 December 1915 (number 775009) and departed Canada at Halifax onboard the SS Empress of Britain on 14 August 1916. He disembarked at Liverpool, England, on 24 August 1916. He was struck off the strength of the 126th Battalion at Bramshott on 15 October 1916 and taken on the strength of the 109th Battalion, CEF, the following day. He was struck off the strength of the 109th Battalion at Witley on 4 December 1916 and was taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, at Le Havre, France, on 6 December 1916. He left for the 38th Battalion in the field on 7 December 1916.

Bunce was killed in action on 4 April 1917 and is buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave VI.J.7), France.

Barbara Bunce, a granddaughter, resided in Pacifica, California (address in 1989). Another apparent relative was Linda Ann Bunce Jones, Newmarket, Ontario (address in 1985).

(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; Library and Archives Canada, Acc. 1992-93.166, box 1260-12, Personnel File)

Sergeant Ernest Traverse Handyside

Born on 27 June 1892 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Emma Travase (formerly Handyside), Ormstown, Quebec - son of Hugh Handyside, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as stair builder, single, currently serving with the Governor General's Foot Guards (since 14 January 1915), no previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 11.5 inches, chest of 40 inches fully expanded, clear complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1915 (number A10347) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 5 December 1915 - killed in action on 30 July 1916 - buried in Woods Cemetery (grave II.A.3), Belgium.

(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))

Private William Hands

Born on 19 July 1898 in Newcastle, England - son of Harry Hands, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father, trade as clerk, single, currently a member of the Governor General's Foot Guards (one year), no previous military service, Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 May 1916 (number 246191) as a member of the bugle band - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 2 or 3 August 1918 - wounded on 28 September 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 23 December 1918 - 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)

Private Joseph Hand

Born on 26 November 1886 in Staffordshire, England - husband of Margaret Hand, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as decorator, married, no current military service, previously served with the "Mounted Rifles" for three months, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet ? inches, chest of 3? inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 24 June 1915 (number 144436) - sailed for overseas with the 77th Battalion 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 27 October 1916 - invalided to England on 5 January 1917 - invalided to Canada for further medical treatment on 13 May 1917.

(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.106)

Private Harry M. Hands

Born on 17 June 1895 in Durham, England - next of kin listed as Mrs. Mary Hands, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as draughtsman, no current military service, previously served with the Governor General's Foot Guards (two years), Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 17 May 1915 (number 410590) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 2 October 1915.

(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)

Corporal Ernest Hancock

Born on 14 February 1896 in Lindsay, Ontario - son of James Henry Hancock, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Lindsay, Ontario, single, Methodist, trades as carpenter and farmer, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, weight of 141 pounds, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario, on 5 March 1918 (number 3057110) - 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 Clarence Earl Hamrick

Born on 29 January 1881 in Winnipeg, Manitoba - step-father of Miss Rose Lorraine Peterson, Minneapolis, Minnesota - at the time of his enlistment in 1918: trade as railway man, separate from his wife for five years, no current or previous military service, Church of Christ, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, black eyes, black hair.

Joined the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Barriefield Camp, on 25 May 1918 (number 3060211) - 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 Thomas Hampson

Born 9 December 1889 in Loppington, Shropshire, England - son of Mrs. R. Hampson, Northwood, Shropshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on 17 March 1915 (number 411078) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - wounded on 17 April 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps on 13 October 1916 and served as a Battery Sergeant-Major (Warrant Officer Class II) - wounded on 24 September 1918 - wounded on 24 or 29 September 1918.

Awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal.

Awarded the Military Medal.

Corporal Ernest Horace Hammond, MM

Born on 27 November 1888 in Dubin, Ireland - husband of Mrs. E.H. Hammond, Pembroke, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as moulder, married, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 6 April 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 22 June 1915 (number 410299) - 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 accidentally on 22 March 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 7 November 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool on 8 or 18 June 1918.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation date unknown (award announced 19 February 1917): "For bravery in the field."

(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; Canadian War Museum, 19680229-001, Manu 58C 1 2.18, Honours and Awards, 38th Battalion (Records of recommendations for honours and awards and mentioned in dispatches 19161121 19190117))

Captain Donald Henry Hammell

Born on 6 March 1894 in Elderslie Township, Bruce County, Ontario - son of Mrs. Selina Hammell, Owen Sound, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as dentist, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 6 feet 0 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the Canadian Army Dental Corps on 18 June 1915 - attached to the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a captain from 18 June 1915 - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - ceased to be attached to the 38th Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Army Dental Corps in France as a dental officer from 5 December 1917 to 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)

Sergeant Charles Frederick Hamlyn

Born on 27 November 1877 in Brantford, Ontario - brother of Mrs. B. Deverell, Woodstock, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as sister, trade as journalist, single, no current or previous military service, Baptist, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 168th Battalion, CEF, in Woodstock, Ontario, on 25 February 1916 (number 675631) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 February 1917 - 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)

Private Spencer Hamilton

Born on 17 January 1887 in Jeanette Creek, Ontario - husband of Florence Hamilton, Chatham, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Detroit, Michigan, trade as machinist, married, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, black hair.

Joined No.2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Windsor, Ontario, on 25 November 1916 (number 513359) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 November 1917 - wounded on 3 or 4 February 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 6 February 1918 - 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)

Private Samuel Hamilton

Born on 4 August 1885 in Goldburn, Ontario - son of Mrs. Christina Hamilton, Carleton Place, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Carleton Place, Ontario, single, Church of England, trade as farmer, no current military service, previous service in Sandy Hill [?], height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, black hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 15 January 1918 (number 3056154) - 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.

(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)

Private Reginald Gordon Hamilton

Born on 9 October 1896 in Goderich, Ontario - son of Mrs. G.C. Hill, Goderich, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student, single, no current military service, previously served with the University of Manitoba COTC (October 1914 to March 1915), Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.8 inches, chest of 34.8 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 6 April 1915 (number 411108) - transferred to the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 17 July 1915 - wounded on 15 April 1916 - wounded on 15 September 1916 - [discharged approximately April 1917] - [returned to Canada] - joined the 95th Saskatchewan Rifles in the militia - joined the 243rd Battalion, CEF, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, as a lieutenant on 26 February 1917 - did not sail overseas with the 243rd Battalion - transferred to District Depot #2 on 17 April 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)