Private Robert Harry Jago

Born on 12 September 1888 in Callington, Cornwall, England - son of Mrs. L. Jago, Callington, Cornwall, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Detroit, Michigan; trade as sheet metal worker; single; no current military service; previously served with the Volunteers (five years); Church of England; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; sallow complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 70th Battalion, CEF, in Windsor, Ontario, on 8 November 1915 (number 124379) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 March 1918 - invalided sick to England on 13 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 Ralph Jacques

Born on 23 April 1888 in Athens, Ontario - son of Susan Jacques, Gananoque, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Gananoque, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 20 December 1915 (number 639356) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 14 August 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 William Ernest Jackson

Born on 7 April 1897 in Lindsay, Ontario - son of William Hector Jackson, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Lindsay, Ontario; trade as painter; single; no current military service; previously served with the 45th Regiment (two years); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; dark blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 24 February 1916 (number 724027) - 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.

(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 Jackson

Born on 4 March 1896 in Cataraqui, Ontario - husband of Violet Jackson, Cataraqui, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Cataraqui, Ontario; married; Church of England; trade as boilermaker; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 6 May 1918 (number 3058236) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - invalided sick to England on 3 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)

Private Reginald George Jackson

Born on 28 November 1897 in Pollon, Bedfordshire, England - son of George and Ruth Jackson, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as father; trade as farming; single; no current or previous military service; Salvation Army; height of 5 feet 3.75 inches; chest of 33.25 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 22 December 1915 (number 724735) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - killed in action on 11 August 1917 - buried in La Chaudière Military Cemetery (Chinock Memorial 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 James Earle Jackson

Born on 3 June 1898 in Belleville, Ontario - son of James Jackson, Belleville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father; trade as clerk; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 9.5 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 155th Battalion, CEF, in Belleville, Ontario, on 17 February 1916 (number 636649) - 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.

(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 Jackson

Born on 6 November 1897 in Fredericksburg, Ontario - brother of Charles Jackson, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Cardinal, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; gray eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Cardinal, Ontario, on 9 December 1915 (number 639238) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 12 January 1918 - invalided to England on 26 January 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 Charles Edward Jackson

Born on 26 June 1894 in Lindsay, Ontario - son of Fanny Jackson, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Lindsay, Ontario; trade as miller; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 7.75 inches; chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; black hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 10 December 1915 (number 724726) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Signals Pool, CEF, on 24 March 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 Alfred Barnwall Jackson

Born on 27 November 1882 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Aline Jackson, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as C.B.[?]; married; currently a member of the 43rd Regiment (five years); previously served in a military force; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; healthy complexion; brown eyes; iron grey hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 11 March 1915 (number 410283) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 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 Albert John Jackson

Born on 22 September 1877 in London, England - husband of Eclide[?] Edith Jackson, Westboro, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as bricklayer; married; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 5.5 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; sallow complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 23 January 1915 (number 410319) - 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 1st Infantry Works Battalion, CEF, on 15 or 16 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 Francis Jock

Born on 11 June 1887 in Martintown, Ontario - son of Joseph Jock, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as marine fireman; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 4.75 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; grey eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 9 June 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410322) - 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 - joined the 127th Battalion, CEF, in the field on 12 January 1917 - promoted to corporal - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, Canadian Railway Troops, CEF, on 10 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 Alexander Jack

Born on 26 November 1878 in Roseshire, Scotland - brother of Robert Jack, Callicudden, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as craneman; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 8.5 inches; chest of 40 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 25 March 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410787) - 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, CEF, on 11 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)

Private Frank Ivison

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, on 22 December 1915 (number 725059) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the 8th Canadian Area Employment Company, CEF, on 27 September 1917 - later promoted to acting corporal.

(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 Sydney Isbell

Born on 1 July 1898 in Plymouth, England - son of Mrs. Florence McLeod, Plymouth, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Brockville, Ontario; trade as blacksmith; single; no current military service; previously served with the 41st Regiment (one year); Church of England; height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; medium complexion, blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 18 February 1916 (number 639646) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 23 October 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 24 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 William Ewing Irwin

Born on 28 December 1888 in Castle Rock, Ireland - husband of Nora Irwin, Detroit, Michigan - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Windsor, Ontario; trade as mechanic; married; no current or previous military experience; Methodist; height of 5 feet 9 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; gray eyes; black hair.

Joined the Signals Training Depot, Canadian Engineers, CEF, in Windsor, Ontario, on 15 June 1917 (number 2265878) - taken on the strength of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 12 April 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 6 June 1918 - wounded on 25 July 1918 - invalided to England on 10 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)

Lieutenant William Eric Cromlin Irwin

Born on 24 January 1890 in Ottawa, Ontario - next of kin listed as Colonel Irwin, Ottawa, Ottawa - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as electrical engineer; single; currently a member of the Active Militia; previously served with the McGill Canadian Officers' Training Corps; Church of England; height of 5 feet 10.5 inches; chest of 39 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; grey-blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, as a Lieutenant on 17 February 1915 - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 25 July 1915 - wounded on 2 or 3 June 1916 - returned to Canada on 1 December 1916 - served with the PPCLI Depot from 15 June 1917 to 14 February 1918 - served with the Branch of the Canadian General Staff Military Headquarters from 15 February 1918 to 25 January 1919.

Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches on 1 June 1917 (London Gazette No. 30107).

(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 Klingender Irwin

Born on 25 February 1883 in Birkenhead, Cheshire, England - husband of Mary Ellen Irwin, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as wife; trade as carpenter; married; currently a member of The Queen's Own Rifles of Canada; no previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 10.75 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; hazel eyes; black hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 27 December 1915 (number 775093) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 16 April 1917 - later invalided to Canada for further medical treatment at the Ontario Military Hospital at Orpington.

(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 Lennox Irving

Born on 16 May 1863 in Pembroke, Ontario - brother of Annie E. Irving, Cleveland, Ohio - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as barrister at law; Presbyterian; currently a Reserve Officer with the 42nd Regiment; previously served with the Queen's Rifle Corps and as Lieutenant-Colonel of the 42nd Regiment.

Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, as a major in Renfrew, Ontario, on 17 July 1916 - attached to the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a major from 17 to 26 June 1917.

Died on 10 November 1938.

(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; Sailing List, 240th Battalion, CEF)

Private Ernest Milton Irving

Born on 22 April 1898 in Milltown, Maine - son of William Irving, Milltown, Maine - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in St. Stephen, New Brunswick; trade as house painter; single; no current or previous military service; Baptist / Congregationalist; height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; dark eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Saint John, New Brunswick, on 12 June 1916 (number 1033019) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 2 February 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 5 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 Edward H. Ireland

Born on 4 July 1891 in Montreal, Quebec - next of kin listed as Reverend J. Ellis Ireland, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as law student; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 7.1 inches; chest of 36.6 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 16 March 1915 (number 410972) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - killed in action on 2 June 1916 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10), 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 Wilbert John Inwood

Born on 2 March 1895 in Drummond Township, Lanark County, Ontario - son of Mrs. Elizabeth Inwood, Perth, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer; single; currently a member of "C" Company, 42nd Regiment; no previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 8.5 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; grey eyes; red hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 26 January 1915 (number 410826) - transferred to 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - wounded on 9 or 12 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 Stephen Ingle

Born on 15 September 1870 in Lindsay, Ontario - son of Sarah Ingle, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as tailor, single, currently a member of the 45th Regiment (three years), no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, hazel eyes, grey hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 5 March 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 or 22 June 1915 (number 410786) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 25 May 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 George Ind

Born on 27 February 1883 in London, England - next of kin listed as George Ind, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as varnish maker, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 14 December 1915 (number 775639) - 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.6), 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)

Lance-Corporal George Victor Ince, MM

Born on 23 December 1893 in Hounslow, England - son of George Ince, Perth, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as coremaker, single, currently a member of the 42nd Regiment's guard in Petawawa, no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, brown eyes, light hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 1 June 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410318) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 or 11 April 1917 - invalided to England on 13 April 1917.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation date unknown (awarded 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))

Private William Walter Ilsley

Born on 28 June 1893 in London, England - son of Ellen Ilsley, London, England - 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 6 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 23 April 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410317) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 or 11 April 1917 - invalided to England on 15 April 1917 - transferred to the 12th Battalion, Canadian Railway Troops, CEF, on 14 October 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 Charles Milton Iles

Born on 4 November 1882 in Cornwall, Ontario - son of Edward Iles, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as machine operator, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 2 April 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 June 1915 (number 410316) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 or 11 April 1917 - invalided to England on 12 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 Harold Iliffe

Born on 23 September 1875 in London, England - husband of Mary Selina Iliffe, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as spinner, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, hazel eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 5 February 1916 (number 669627) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - invalided sick to England on 27 April 1917.

Died on 8 January 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 Percy Igglesden

Born on 25 August 1883 in London, England - husband of Florence Igglesden, Westboro, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as fireman, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 18 January 1915 (number 410117) - 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 Engineers, CEF, on 27 June 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)

Corporal Herman Ibey

Born on 6 May 1895 in Glen Miller, Ontario - husband of Ethel Ibey, Trenton, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Frankford, Ontario, married, Church of England, trade as machinist, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 27 March 1918 (number 3057532) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 September 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)

Sergeant Orville Newton Hyslop, MM

Born on 5 March 1895 in Smiths Falls, Ontario - son of Walter and Janet Hyslop, Smiths Falls, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 10.5 inches, chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 24 February 1915 (number 410512) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 16 April 1917 - died of sickness in England on 2 March 1918 - buried in Seaford Cemetery (grave A.597), England.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation date unknown (awarded 26 April 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; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org; 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))

Company Quartermaster-Sergeant George Hyslop

Born on 2 February 1876 in Smiths Falls, Ontario - father of Norma Hyslop, Mountain, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as marine engineer, single, currently a member of the Active Militia, previously served with the 65th National Guard, New York, during the Spanish American War, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 40.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 24 February 1915 (number 410511) - 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 10 July 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 Patrick Alexander Himes

Born on 21 March 1887 (states 1888 in 1919 enlistment) in Toronto, Ontario - husband of Nellie Himes, Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Mary Himes, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster, single, currently a member of the 2nd Field Artillery (seven years), height of 5 feet 3.25 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, auburn hair - at the time of his enlistment in 1919: trade as railroad brakeman.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 11 February 1915 (number 410112) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - broke a leg and discharged as medically unfit - transferred to the 163rd Battalion, CEF, on 1 June 1916 - [then what] - joined the Corps of Military Staff Clerks, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 15 July 1919.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force)

Private William Hyland

Born on 17 November 1878 in York County, Ontario - brother of Mrs. F. Alright, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, black hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 11 January 1916 (number 725133) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 18 June 1917 - invalided to England on 22 June 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 Augustus Hyde

Born on 29 March 1882 in Manchester, England - husband of A. Hyde, Manchester, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as engineer, single, no current military service, previously served with the Dublin Fusiliers (one year), Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 31 January 1916 (number 669566) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - invalided sick to England on 6 June 1917 - later served with the Canadian Forestry Corps, CEF.

(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 Stuart Hutton

Born on 30 September 1894 in Glasgow, Scotland - friend of Fred Baynes, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1914: trade as farmer, single, no current military service, previously served with the PSBG Regiment (two years), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 28 December 1914 (number 410116) - 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 21 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 September 1918 - wounded on 30 September 1918 - invalided to England on 11 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 Orn David Hutt

Born on 16 February 1893 in Winchester, Ontario - son of Charles Albert Hutt, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 41 inches fully expanded.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Alexandria, Ontario, on 8 March 1915 (number 410679) - transferred to 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 12 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 Neil Albert Hutt

Born on 28 February 1888 in Canada - next of kin listed as Charles Hutt, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as barber, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 27 January 1915 (number 410127) - transferred to 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 29 November 1915 - wounded on 3 or 6 October 1916 - wounded on 1 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)

Private John C Ash Hutchinson

Born on 19 October 1893 in Murray Township, Northumberland County, Ontario - husband of Lilly Hutchinson, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as iron moulder, married, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 5.25 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, black hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 26 March 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410785) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison activity in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 24 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 30 May 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 Rundall McGill Lewis

Born on 15 February 1895 in Sag Harbor, New York - next of kin listed as Gordon T. Lewis, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student; single; currently a member of the Guelph Officers' Training Corps; no previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 11.5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; medium hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Guelph, Ontario, on 18 March 1915 (number 411010) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 16 July 1915 - transferred to the Canadian Engineers, CEF, as a Sapper on 5 February 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 Charles Edward Hutchinson

Born on 31 May 1878 in Nottingham, England - husband of R.E. Hutchinson, Vancouver, British Columbia - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as musician, married, no current military service, previously served with the Sherwood Foresters (seven years) and the 6th D.C.O.R. (five years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, brown eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 72nd Battalion, CEF, as a member of the battalion band in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 4 October 1915 (number 129992) - landed in France with the 72nd Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 2 May 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 Thomas Hutchings

Born on 12 June 1875 in London, England - husband of Dora Hutchings, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as tailor, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, hazel eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 August 1915 (number 145077) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 6 July 1916 - joined the 44th Battalion, CEF, on 5 January 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, on 16 May 1918 - transferred to the 3rd Divisional Employment Company, CEF, on 14 June 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 Frank Samuel Hutchins

Born on 16 July 1875 in London, England - son of Laura Hutchins, Devonshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 5 January 1916 (number 725117) - 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 24 August 1918 - wounded on 2 or 3 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 John Hussick

Born on 7 February 1885 in Ottawa, Ontario (gives 1895 on 1918 reenlistment) - husband of Mary Allice (or Ann) Hussick, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as engineer, married (for five years with one 18 month old son and one three year old daughter), currently a member of the 43rd Regiment, Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles, previously served with the Canadian Engineers (seven years), Prebyterian, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, brown eyes, auburn hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 16 April 1915 (number 410115) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 25 May 1916 as medically unfit - joined the Volunteer Railway Depot, Canadian Railway Troops, CEF, as a sapper on 3 April 1918 (number 2500156) - joined the 13th Light Railway Operating Company, CRT, CEF, in the field on 9 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)

Private Ralph Joseph Hurtubise

Born on 5 December 1897 in Montreal, Quebec - son of Rodolphe Joseph Hurtubise, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as bell boy, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 125th Battalion, CEF, in Brantford, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 772888) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - invalided sick to England on 12 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 Stanley Charles Hurst

Born on 1 September 1890 in Surrey, England - son of Mrs. Helena Hurst, Westcliff-on-Sea, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 13 February 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410315) - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to the 12th Canadian Light Trench Mortar Battery, CEF, on 1 or 2 October 1917 - wounded on 29 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 Beverley Joseph Hurst

Born on 16 November 1896 in Gananoque, Ontario - son of Mrs. Maliale[?] Hurst, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as driver, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 17 August 1915 (number 144731) - 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 31 July 1917 - invalided to England on 2 August 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 Albert Hurst

Born on 14 December 1887 in Manchester, England - husband of Nellie Hurst, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as miner, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, sandy hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, on 23 September 1915 (number 219654) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 18 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 23 October 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 26 October 1916 - wounded on 3 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 17 November 1916 - transferred to the 1st Tram Company, Canadian Engineers, CEF, on 23 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)

Lance-Corporal William Hurrie

Born on 28 January 1894 in Kirriemuir, Scotland - son of Jane Hurrie, Kirriemuir, Forfarshire, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario, trade as boilermaker, single, no current military service, previously served with the 5th Black Watch (two years as a private), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined No.2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 3 May 1916 (number 510930) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 or 6 July 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 16 November 1917 - later served with reserve units and promoted to acting corporal.

(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 Rexford Hurlbert

Born on 29 May 1895 in Scranton, Pennsylvania - son of W.B. and Elizabeth Hurlbert, Smiths Falls, Ontario - next of kin listed as Mrs. George Whiting, Smiths Falls, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as fireman, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, blonde hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 20 April 1915 (number 410773) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - killed in action on 29 November 1915 - buried in R.E. Farm Cemetery (grave III.B.12), 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 James Hurlbert

Born on 10 February 1895 in Oxford, Ontario - son of Annie Hurlbert, Kemptville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Kemptville, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Kemptville, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 639590) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps, CEF, on 1 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 Charles Acey Hurlbert

Born on 23 August 1897 in Point O'Gray, Michigan - son of Erastus Hurlbert, Kemptville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Kemptville, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Kemptville, Ontario, on 24 March 1916 (number 639980) - reported recruited by Private James Shipman - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - killed in action on 30 October 1917 - name inscribed on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10-18-26-28), 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 Earnest Hunwick

Born on 14 March 1898 in London, England - son of Mrs. Emily Hunwick, Meaford, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Meaford, Ontario, trade as sailor, single, no current or previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 147th Battalion, CEF, in Meaford, Ontario, on 7 February 1916 (number 838817) - taken on the strength of the 58th Battalion, CEF, on 6 or 9 March 1917 - wounded on 26 or 28 October 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, on 13 April 1918 - rejoined the 58th Battalion on 19 April 1918 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 5 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 McLean Hunter

Born on 1 February 1895 in Coatbridge, Scotland - brother of John Hunter, Coatbridge, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9.25 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 29 January 1915 (number 410510) - 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 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 6 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)

Lance-Corporal Alex Lalonde, DCM

Born on 14 May 1895 in Cornwall, Ontario - son of Gregor Lalonde, Cornwall, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as weaver; single; no current military service; previously served with Canadian volunteers (one year); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 6 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 June 1915 (number 410339) - 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 (at duty) on 22 February 1917 - died on 31 October 1917 of wounds suffered that day - buried in Nine Elms British Cemetery (grave VIII.D.3), Belgium.

Awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy's trenches. He picked up an enemy grenade which fell amongst his party and immediately threw it back at the enemy, where it exploded, killing two of them. Later, he carried a wounded comrade back to our lines." - unit recommendation date unknown: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty."

(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)

Lance-Corporal William Hunter, MM

Born on 17 June 1893 in Abreath, Forfarshire, Scotland - son of Samuel Hunter, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as moulder, single, no current or previous military service, Baptist, height of 5 feet 9.25 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, light brown 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 410783) - 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 20 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 24 December 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 15 April 1917.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 21 November 1916: "In attack on Desire Trench, Nov. 18/16, these N.C.O's and men did valuable work in maintaining communication throughout the Battn, all the time being under heavy shell fire. They also assisted, in bringing in the wounded."

Awarded the Cross of St. George (4th Class) (Russia) - no official citation - unit recommendation date unknown (awarded 14 January 1918): "For distinguished services rendered."

He died on 14 August 1922.

(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 William James Hunter

Born on 30 August 1883 in Clayton, New York - brother of Mrs. George Burridge, Brockville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as sister, trade as woodworker, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 10 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair streaked with gray.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 31 January 1916 (number 639279) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, on 23 January 1918 - transferred to the 1st Canadian Infantry Works Battalion, CEF, on 13 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 Simon Fred Hunter

Born on 18 February 1895 in Hornings Mills, Ontario - son of William Hunter, Hornings Hills, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Hornings Hills, Ontario, trade as school teacher, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined No. 2 Company, Canadian Army Service Corps, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 3 January 1917 (number 513670) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 or 6 July 1917 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 17 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)

Lance-Corporal Joseph William Hunter

Born on 5 July 1896 in Liverpool, England - stepson of Mrs. Mary Hunter, Liverpool, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in South Mountain, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, dark blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in South Mountain, Ontario, on 31 March 1916 (number 633972) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 7 November 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 April 1918 - wounded on 9 or 10 August 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 September 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Served with the Corps of Military Staff Clerks in Ottawa, Ontario, during the post-war period.

(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 Hunter

Born on 13 July 1892 in Innisfil Township, Simcoe County, Ontario - son of William Hunter, Allandale, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Kingston, Ontario, trade as student, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 44 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, light blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined No. 3 Section, Divisional Ammunition Column, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 13 March 1917 (number 2043035) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - wounded on 12 or 27 October 1917 - invalided to England on 10 November 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 Harold Smith Hunter

Born on 14 April 1890 in Edinburgh, Scotland - son of Mrs. Agnes Hunter, Edinburgh, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as timekeeper, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, auburn hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 March 1915 (number 410114) - 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 - 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 Harold Albert Hunter

Born on 19 February 1898 in Parry Sound, Ontario - son of Albert Edward Hunter, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as father, trade as piano tuner, single, no current or previous military service, Baptist / Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 8.25 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 11 December 1915 (number 775311) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 8 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 William Ernest Hunt

Born on 4 April 1875 in Sydenham, England - husband of Margaret Hunt, Westboro, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as contractor and builder, married with six children (fourteen, twelve, ten, eight, six and four years old), no current military service, previously served with the Governor General's Foot Guards (ten years), Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 10.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, brown eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410314) - 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 18 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 Thomas William Hunt

Born on 13 August 1886 in England - husband of Mary Hunt, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as carpet weaver, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, light hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 18 December 1915 (number 775077) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 2 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 Samuel Jesse Hunt

Born on 12 May 1879 in Norfolk, England - husband of Annie Elizabeth Hunt, Pakenham, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as contractor and builder, married with one child (nine years old), no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 24 February 1915 (number 410313) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916.

(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 Gordon Hunt

Born on 10 November 1894 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of B.J. Hunt, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Renfrew, Ontario, trade as sheet metal worker, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.

Joined the Railway Construction and Forestry Depot, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 June 1917 (number 1042063) - taken on the strength of the Canadian Forestry Corps in France on 28 July 1917 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 6 or 7 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)

Sergeant Ernest William Hunt

Born on 25 November 1877 in London, England - husband of C. Hunt, Vancouver, British Columbia - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as musician, married, currently a member of the Active Militia, previous served with the 2nd Battalion, King's Shropshire Light Infantry, Church of England, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 39.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 72nd Battalion, CEF, as a band sergeant in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 1 October 1915 (number 129985) - landed in France with the 72ndf Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 2 May 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Awarded a Mention in Despatches - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 17 January 1919: "Recommended for Mention in Peace Despatch."

Recommended for an unnamed decoration on 3 July 1917: "He formed most valuable work during attack on La Coulotte and Avion." - no medal award.

(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 Claude Frederick Hunt

Born on 10 February 1892 in Norwich, England - husband of Elizabeth Hunt, Brantford, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as labourer, married, currently a member of the 38th Regiment, no previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 215th Battalion, CEF, in Brantford, Ontario, on 16 June 1916 (number 270468) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - wounded on 10 August 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 4 October 1918 - invalided sick to England on 14 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)

Private Jesse Humphrey

Born on 21 January 1892 in Wilford[?], England - son of Jesse Humphrey, Osgoode Station, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Osgoode Station, Ontario, trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Kemptville, Ontario, on 28 February 1916 (number 639775) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 or 31 May 1917 - killed in action on 2 August 1917 - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave IX.E.13), France.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)

Private Oscar Kermit Hansen

Born on 3 March 1889 in Hunter's Point, Quebec - son of Mrs. Rose Hansen, Hunter's Point, Quebec - brother of Mrs. V. Cosgrove, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, brown eyes, black hair - at the time of his reenlistment in 1919: born on 3 March 1888 in North Bay, Ontario, trade as carpenter, weight of 141 pounds.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 10 February 1915 (number 410106) - 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 2 or 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 5 September 1918 - joined the Special Guard, Overseas Military Forces of Canada, (part of the Permanent Force) in Ottawa, Ontario, on 15 September 1919 (number 2779828).

Died on 18 September 1972 - 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)

Private Francis George Fairhurst

Born on 9 August 1890 in London, England - brother of Mrs. Jennie Stroud, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 33 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 April 1915 (number 410268) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 17 or 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 8 December 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 18 May 1917 - wounded on 12 April 1918 - invalided to England on 18 April 1918.

Later served as a Sapper with the Royal Canadian Engineers - died on 15 July 1983 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

Corporal Harry Humphrey

Born on 24 April 1885 in Abingdon, Berkshire, England - son of George and Emily Humphrey, Abingdon, Berkshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 19 March 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410781) - 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 30 October 1917 - name listed on Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial (panel 10-18-26-28), 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 Arthur William Humphrey

Born on 10 November 1899 (gave 1897 on his enlistment paper) in Birch, Colchester, England - son of Robina Humphrey, Birch, Colchester, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Sparta, Ontario, trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 27 March 1916 (number 190185) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - invalided sick to England on 13 October 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 Ernest Arthur Edward Hume

Born on 16 September 1897 in London, Ontario - son of Alice Fleming Hume, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as mother, trade as clerk, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 8 December 1915 (number 207031) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 16 or 17 February 1917 - wounded on 15 August 1917 - invalided to England on 17 August 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 William George Hughes

Born on 5 January 1876 in Kent, England - husband of Alice Jane Hughes, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife, trade as labourer, married, no current military service, previously served as a Private with the Royal Marines (twelve years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 6.25 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, fair hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 6 March 1916 (number 669931) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - struck off the strength to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, 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)

Private Thomas Gordon Hughes

Born on 19 August 1895 in Kingston, Ontario - son of John Hughes, Kingston Mills, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Kingston Mills, Ontario, trade as farming, single, no current military service, previously served with the 5th Field Company, Canadian Engineers (one year), Methodist, height of 5 feet 11 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, brown hair.

Joined the Signals Training Depot, Canadian Engineers, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 30 June 1917 (number 2265942) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 September 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 Thomas Hughes

Born on 21 July 1890 in Gravesend, Kent, England - husband of Katherine Hughes, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as musician, married, no current or previous military service, Salvation Army, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 1 July 1915 (number 410782) - 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 - joined the Corps of Military Staff Clerks as a Sergeant in Ottawa, Ontario, on 24 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 Percy Grenville Hughes

Born on 7 July 1895 in Carleton Place, Ontario - son of Mrs. Thomas Hughes, Carleton Place, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Carleton Place, Ontario, trade as butcher, single, currently a member of the 42nd Regiment Guard Detachment, no previous military service, Methodist, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, gray eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 12 May 1916 (number 246251) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1917 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.B.12), 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 John Henry Hughes

Born on 21 September 1870 in County Kent, England - husband of Mrs. J.H. Hughes, Kingston, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as musician, married, currently a member of the 14th Regiment (bandsman), previously served with the Dorchester Regiment in England, Church of England, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 2 July 1915 (number 410312) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England on 18 July 1916 - later served with the Canadian Ordnance 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 John Jesse Hughes

Born on 8 February 1887 in Somersetshire, England - husband of Laura Hughes, Durham, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Durham, Ontario, trade as cabinet finisher, married, no current or previous military service, Baptist or Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 6.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 147th Battalion, CEF, in Owen Sound, Ontario, on 6 January 1916 (number 838526) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 June 1917 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.B.21), 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 Chester Hughes

Born on 21 March 1897 in Ballantrae, Ontario - son of Nathan and Mary Hughes, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother, trade as machinist, single, no current military service, previously served with the Royal Grenadiers (seven months), Baptist, height of 5 feet 7.5 inches, chest of 37 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 28 February 1916 (number 775911) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Machine Gun Corps, CEF, on 1 January 1917 - died on 13 March 1917 of wounds received that day - buried in Barlin Communal Cemetery Extension (grave I.G.18), 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 Frederick Charles Hudson

Born on 27 January 1898 in Suffolk, England - son of Mrs. A. Hudson, Norfolk, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 2.5 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Belleville, Ontario, on 8 November 1915 (number 220180) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 18 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - invalided sick to England on 25 May 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 or 12 April 1918 - wounded on 2 October 1918 - invalided to England on 11 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)

Captain Ernest Gilbert Hudgin

Born on 15 August 1895 in Picton, Ontario - son of Captain Nelson Hudgin, Picton, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as father, trade as bank clerk, Methodist, currently a member of the 16th Regiment, previously served with Camps of Instruction (four weeks), the 1st Contingent (eight weeks) and the 59th Battalion, CEF, (two weeks).

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 22 October 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England as a Captain on 7 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 31 October 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 4 November 1916 - wounded on 18 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 Hugh Cecil Huckett

Born on 13 July 1890 in Antanarrivo, Madagascar - next of kin listed as Mrs. W. Huckett, Cuckfield, Sussex, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student, single, currently a member of the Active Militia, previously served with the Officers' Training Corps at Guelph, Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 10.5 inches, chest of 38 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, brown eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Guelph, Ontario, on 16 March 1915 (number 411002) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on 16 July 1915 - wounded on 2 or 3 June 1916.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force)

Private William Nicholas Huck

Born on 8 August 1885 in Bruce County, Ontario - father [son?] of Jacob Huck, Point Anne, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Point Anne, Ontario, single, Roman Catholic, trade as carpenter, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Belleville, Ontario, on 12 March 1918 (number 3057293) - 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 Edward Charles Hoy

Born on 20 December 1896 in Prescott, Ontario - son of William James Hoy, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Prescott, Ontario, single, Church of England, trade as locomotive fireman, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 4.5 inches, chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, blue eyes, dark hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 12 March 1918 (number 3057243) - 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 John Howse

Born on 25 June 1893 in Canada - next of kin listed as Mrs. Elizabeth Howse, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as plumber, single, no current or previous military service, Protestant, height of 5 feet 8.25 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, grey eyes, blonde hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1915 (number 410120) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 3 September 1916 - wounded on 9 or 13 October 1916 - wounded on 6 November 1917 - wounded on 30 or 31 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)

Major Gilbert Howland

Born on 12 September 1882 in London, England - husband of Gertrude Annie Howland, Edmonton, Alberta - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as electrician, married, currently a member of the 101st Regiment Edmonton Fusiliers (six years), previously served with the 1st City of London Regiment of Garrison Artillery (one year) and the South African Constabulary (six years), Church of England, height of 5 feet 11 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, hazel eyes, dark brown hair.

Joined the 63rd Battalion, CEF, in Edmonton, Alberta, on 31 July 1915 - [then what] - joined the 113th Battalion, CEF, in Lethbridge, Alberta, on 9 February 1916 - taken on the strength of the 73rd Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 30 January 1917 - attached to the 38th Battalion, CEF, from 14 February to 25 May 1917 - invalided sick to England on 25 May 1917.

Unit recommendation dated 26 April 1917: "Recommended for Croix de Guerre for conspicuous gallantry and initiative whilst in charge of first two waves in operation of Apr. 9/17."

(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))