Private Sylvester Osborne

Born on 17 March 1885 in Peel County, Ontario - son of Mrs. Mary Osborne, Burnhamthorpe, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Burnhamthorpe, Ontario; trade as lineman; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.75 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 6 April 1916 (number 776042) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 22 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 28 February 1917 - wounded on 29 June 1917 - invalided to England on 2 July 1917.

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

Private Alfred Osborne

Born on 8 September 1899 (claimed 30 August 1897 at enlistment) in London, England - son of Mrs. William Wingfield, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Meaford, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 32.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; light blue eyes; sandy hair.

Joined the 147th Battalion, CEF, in Meaford, Ontario, on 10 January 1916 (number 838647) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 9 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 George Orr

Son of George and Helen Fitz-Patrick Orr, Ottawa, Ontario.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, on 20 October 1917 (number 3055058) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 April 1918 - died on 2 October 1918 of wounds suffered that day - buried in Duisans British Cemetery (grave VIII.A.87), 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 Edward Herbert Orpen

Born on 24 April 1889 in Toronto, Ontario - brother of Mable Orpen, Guelph, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as clerk; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 6 feet 0 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 23 April 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 22 June 1915 (number 410573) - 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 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 September 1916 - wounded on 26 or 27 June 1917 - invalided to England on 7 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)

Privates James Baptie Ormiston

Born on 23 June 1898 in Winnipeg, Manitoba - son of Robert Baptie Ormiston, Winnipeg, Manitoba - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address same as father; trade as chauffeur; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 6 feet 1 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the Canadian Army Medical Corps, CEF, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on 11 July 1917 (number 2476415) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 10 September 1918.

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

Private James Orman

Born on 4 January 1897 in Edinburgh, Scotland - son of James Orman, Edinburgh, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; ruddish complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 12 October 1915 (number 220005) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 11 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 or 28 November 1916 - killed accidentally on 22 March 1917 - buried in Villers Station Cemetery (grave VI.F.20), 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 Claude Hartley Orford

Born on 4 March 1897 in Port Elgin, Ontario - son of Mrs. F.C. Orford, Owen Sound, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother; trade as clerk; no current military service; previously served with A Compnay, 31st Regiment (two weeks); Methodist; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; brown eyes; light hair.

Joined the 147th Battalion, CEF, in Owen Sound, Ontario, on 30 November 1916 (number 838152) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, on 6 December 1917.

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

Major Edward Albert Olver, DSO

Born on 9 October 1870 in Ontario County, Ontario - husband of Inez[?] Wilhelmina Olver - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as manager; married; currently a member of the Active Militia; no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; greyish blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, as quartermaster in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 February 1915 - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 6 January 1919.

Awarded the Distinguished Service Order - New Year award, 1919, no formal citation - unit recommendation dated 21 September 1918: "For continuous good work in the 'Llandovery Castle' and 'Scarpe' operations as Q.M. and Transport Officer."

Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches - no formal citation - unit recommendation date 2 March 1918: "Recommended for 'Mention' for valuable services rendered in the Field and for displaying a conspicuous devotion to duty."

Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches - no formal citation - unit recommendation date unknown, but announced 27 December 1918: no recommendation text.

Promoted to lieutenant-colonel and assumed command of The Ottawa Regiment (The Duke of Cornwall's Own) on 1 May 1922 - relinquished command of the regiment on 1 June 1923.

Awarded a Volunteer Decoration.

(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 Ernest Olls

Born on 24 May 1889 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Laura Olls, Toronto, Ontario - son of Charles and Emily Olls, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in February 1915: trade as carpenter; single; no current military service; previously served with the 5th Princess Louise Dragoon Guards (two camps); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 5.75 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the [???] in Montreal, Quebec, on 14 November 1914 (number 1288757) - discharged for "miscondunt" on 9 December 1914 - joined the [???] in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 February 1915 - discharged on 8 February 1915 - joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield Camp, Ontario, on 28 May 1915 (number 410571) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 8th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 8 February 1918 - wounded on 15 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 26 March 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 Robert Oliver

Born on 29 September 1871 in Innerleithen, Scotland - next of kin listed as Robert Stormonth Oliver, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as shipper; widower; no current military service; previously served with the Royal Scots (ten years); Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 6.9 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; grey eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 29 April 1915 (number 411146) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 16 July 1915.

Died on 25 May 1927.

(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 Mab Oliver

Born on 19 May 1896 in Sulphide, Ontario - son of Mrs. I. Oliver, Foxboro, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 2 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Belleville, Ontario, on 20 September 1915 (number 219567) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 11 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 1 August 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 6 October 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 23 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 18 or 19 April 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 11 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 Nazaran Oleinik

Born on 11 July 1890 in Podoski, Russia - husband of Mrs. Ana Oleinik, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife; trade as carpenter; married; no current or previous military service; Greek Orthodox; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 20 January 1916 (number 775359) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Forestry Corps, CEF, on 11 April 1918.

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

Private Howard Fred Olds

Born on 11 June 1890 in Liverpool, Ohio - son of F.P. Olds, Longfield, Saskatchewan - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Longfield, Saskatchewan; trade as construction foreman; 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; brown hair.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on 14 June 1916 (number 261590) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 16 or 17 February 1917 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 14 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 22 June 1918 - wounded on 2 or 4 November 1918 - invalided to England on 6 January 1919.

Recommended for a Military Medal, but no award made - unit recommendation dated 5 October 1918: "For Gallantry during the operations in the vicinity of Bourlon, Sept 27th to 30th 1918."

Died in 1984 - buried in White Chapel Cemetery, Hamilton, 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; 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 Thomas Hugh Ogilvie

Born on 14 December 1892 in Toronto, Ontario - son of Robert M. and Annie Ogilvie, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address same as parents; trade as civil engineer; single; currently a member of the Field Engineers; no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the No. 2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 30 May 1917 (number 514519) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 or 10 August 1918 - killed in action on 27 September 1918 - buried in Quarry Wood Cemetery (grave III.A.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)

Corporal Michael Joseph Dunbar Oates

Born on 24 December 1871 in Enniskillen, Ireland - uncle of Mrs. Fanny Nixon, Belfast, Ireland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as salesman; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 40 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 28 May 1915 (number 410846) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off strength to the Canadian Army Pay Corps Detail, CEF, on 14 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 3rd Labour Battalion, CEF, on 9 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 July 1917 - transferred to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, on 7 June 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 17 or 18 January 1919 - 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 Albert William Oakey

Born on 27 June 1897 in Montreal, Quebec - son of Frederick Oakey, Brockville, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father; trade as student; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 17 January 1916 (number 639266) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 28 September 1918 - invalided to England 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 Daniel O'Toole

Born on 24 May 1890 in Dublin, Ireland - son of Lawrence O'Toole, Dublin, Ireland - nephew of Mrs. Leonard W. Ruthen, Brussells, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario; trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 2.5 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; black hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 9 March 1916 (number 724053) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 3 November 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 April 1918 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.B.3), 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 Frank Oillette

Born on 10 March 1898 in Moose Creek, Ontario - nephew of Mrs. Maggie Darice, Moose Creek, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Moose Creek, Ontario; trade as labourer; single; no current military service; previously served with the 59th Battalion, CEF (six months); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 3 January 1917 (number 246805) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 26 April 1918 - invalided to England 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)

Captain Richard Benjamin O'Sullivan

Born on 16 January 1872 in Spanish Town, Jamaica, West Indies - husband of Marion Elizabeth O'Sullivan, Calgary, Alberta - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as wife; trade as medical dentist and accountant; married; currently a member of the Active Militia (no details); no previous military service; Church of England; height of 6 feet 0 inches; chest of 43 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light hair.

Joined the 82nd Battalion, CEF, in Calgary, Alberta, as an honorary captain and battalion paymaster on 14 August 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a captain and battalion paymaster in England on 10 August 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to Headquarters, 12th Canadian Infantry Brigade, CEF, on 8 July 1918 or the Canadian Army Pay Corps, CEF, on 9 July 1918 - sent to England on 5 May 1919.

Awarded the Order of the British Empire.

Awarded a Mention-in-Despatches.

Died of sickness on 1 October 1926 - 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; 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 John O'Shaughnessey

Born on 29 March 1896 in Stocton, England - brother of Mrs. Mary Sheridan, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; red hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 21 July 1915 (number 144121) - discharged as medical unfit on 6 July 1915 - joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 21 July 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 18 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - joined the 3rd Labour Battalion, CEF, on 4 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 2 or 3 August 1917 - wounded on 14 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 18 March 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 John O'Rourke

Born on 2 March 1889 in Ottawa, Ontario - next of kin listed as Mrs. E. O'Rourke, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as lather; single; no current military service; previously served in the military (no details); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 9.5 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410465) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 25 or 26 September 1916 - wounded on 6 or 7 November 1917.

Awarded the Military Medal.

Died on 5 November 1925.

(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 Melvin Joseph O'Reilly

Born on 28 February 1895 in Kingsbridge, Ontario - son of Mrs. Mary O'Reilly, Kingsbridge, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Stratford, Ontario; trade as clerk; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 110th Battalion, CEF, in Stratford, Ontario, on 28 February 1916 (number 727622) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - wounded on 30 or 31 October 1917 - invalided to England on 10 December 1917.

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

Private Frank O'Reilly

Born on 14 May 1895 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Helen O'Reilly, Ottawa, Ontario - son of Michael O'Reilly, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as tinsmith; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410466) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - wounded on 12 or 13 June 1916 - [then] - joined No.3 Battalion, Canadian Garrison Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 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)

Corporal William John O'Neill

Born on 3 April 1892 in Omemee, Ontario - son of Mrs. Emma O'Neill, Omemee, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Omemee, Ontario; trade as teacher; single; no current military service; previously served with the 45th Regiment (three years); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.75 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; hazel eyes; black hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 20 January 1916 (number 725178) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - invalided sick to England on 25 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 July 1917 - wounded on 1 November 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 28 November 1917 - wounded on 10 August 1918 - invalided to England on 16 August 1918.

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

Acting-Corporal William James O'Neill

Born on 2 January 1882 in Lindsay, Ontario - husband of Nellie May O'Neill, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Aylmer, Ontario; trade as egg tester; married; no current military service; previously served in the 45th Battalion; 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 91st Battalion, CEF, in St. Thomas, Ontario, on 25 November 1915 (number 189463) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 20 or 21 August 1916 - wounded on 23 or 26 April 1917 - died of those wounds on 4 May 1917 - buried in Boulogne Eastern Cemetery (grave IV.B.1), France.

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

Private William A. O'Neil

Born on 24 October 1893 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Charles O'Neil, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother; trade as printer; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.25 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the Canadian Army Veterinary Corps, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 February 1916 (number 310885) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 or 6 July 1917 - invalided sick to England on 25 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 Louis Bernard O'Neill

Born on 4 February 1898 in Pembroke, Ontario - son of Norah O'Neill, Pembroke, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Pembroke, Ontario; trade as labourer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; weight of 130 pounds; fresh complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Pembroke, Ontario, on 26 February 1916 (number 788877) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - invalided sick to England on 14 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 November 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 27 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 Lawrence O'Neil

Born on 11 July 1895 in Canada - son of Mrs. Jennie O'Neil, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer; single; no current military service; previously served with the 2nd Field Battery (seven months); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 11.75 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; healthy complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410164) - 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 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 9 November 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 29 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 Cyril Douglas O'Leary

Born on 15 October 1895 in Vankleek Hill, Ontario - son of Richard and Isabella O'Leary, Aylmer East, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Kemptville, Ontario; trade as bank clerk; single; no current military service; previously served with the 43rd Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 8 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Kemptville, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 639598) - promoted to lance-corporal on 7 June 1916 - promoted to corporal on 21 September 1916 - departed for overseas on 17 October 1916 - embarked at Halifax on 18 October 1916 - disembarked at Liverpool on 28 October 1916 - appointed acting corporal on 28 October 1916 - taken on the strength of the 109th Battalion, CEF, on 2 November 1916 - taken on the strength of the 124th Battalion, CEF, on 8 December 1916 - rejoined the 156th Battalion on 6 January 1917 - reverted to private on own request for the purpose of proceeding overseas - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 19 January 1918 - joined the 38th Battalion in the field on 22 January 1918 - died at No.8 Stationary Hospital, Wimereux, France, on 1 October 1918 of gunshot wounds to the chest received that day - buried in Terlincthun British Cemetery (grave V.C.15), France.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Library and Archives Canada, digitized personnel file; 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 Cemetery, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)

Private David Patrick O'Keefe

Born on 28 June 1896 in Woolwich, England - half brother of James Nolan, Pontypride, South Wales - at the time of his enlistment in 1914: trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; black hair.

Joined the 21st Battalion, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 November 1914 (number 1129) - [then?] - joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 27 February 1915 (number 410570) - 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 11 November 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 12 July 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 15 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)

Corporal Gordon Harold O'Heron

Born on 1 September 1898 in Brantford, Ontario - son of Ella O'Heron, Brantford, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother; trade as knitter; single; currently a member of the 25th Dragoons (two years); no previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 215th Battalion, CEF, in Brantford, Ontario, on 29 March 1916 (number 270205) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 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 William Peter O'Gorman, MM

Born on 6 March 1891 in Browley Township, Renfrew County, Ontario - son of Thomas P. O'Gorman, Cobden, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Cobden, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 9.75 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; weight of 165 pounds; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Pembroke, Ontario, on 19 January 1916 (number 788851) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 12 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 November 1917 - wounded on 30 September 1918 - invalided to England on 28 October 1918.

Awarded the Military Medal - no formal citation - unit recommendation dated 5 October 1918: "For gallantry during the operations in vicinity of Bourlon 29th Sept. 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; 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))

Corporal John Thomas O'Gorman, MM

Born on 15 August 1893 in Eganville, Ontario - son of John O'Gorman, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Killaloe, Ontario; trade as engineer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 9 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; weight of 158 pounds; dark complexion; grey eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 130th Battalion, CEF, in Pembroke, Ontario, on 18 March 1916 (number 788910) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 November 1916 - wounded on 22 or 26 February 1917 - invalided to England on 8 March 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 29 March 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 2 March 1919.

Awarded the Military Medal - no formal citation - unit recommended dated November 1918: "For gallantry during operation around Valenciennes from Nov. 1 to 5/18."

(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))

Corporal Cornelius O'Donovan

Born on 4 September 1898 in Dodfords, England - son of Mrs. Maryann O'Donovan, Carleton Place, Ontario - brother of William O'Donovan, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as machinist; single; currently a member of the 42nd Regiment (three months); no previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 10.5 inches; chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded; weight of 142 pounds; fair complexion; blue eyes; light hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 11 May 1915 (number 410569) - 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 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.A.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 Joseph Patrick O'Connor

Born on 6 July 1891 in London, England - husband of Elizabeth O'Connor, Ottawa, Ontario - brother of Mary O'Connor, whereabouts unknown - friend of Mrs. E. Simpson, Franktown, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Franktown, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 40 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 1 December 1915 (number 145589) - departed for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion to base details - transferred to the 78th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - repatriated to Canada on 20 March 1918 - joined the Headquarters, Canadian Army Service Corps, Motor Transport Section, 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; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.132)

Private Patrick James O'Connell

Born on 30 November 1895 in London, England - son of Patrick J. O'Connell, whereabouts unknown - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as laborer; single; currently a member of the 14th Regiment Princess of Wales' Own Regiment guard (fourteen months); previously served with the 59th Fusiliers (six months); Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 11 November 1915 (number 724524) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 12 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 June 1917 - wounded on 3 November 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)

Private James Edward O'Byrn

Born on 11 December 1894 in Bellingham, Washington - son of Bernard O'Byrn, South Indian, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in South Indian, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of dark complexion; brown eyes; black hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Russell, Ontario, on 23 February 1916 (number 633543) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 8 August 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 19 September 1918 - wounded on 30 September 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 3 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 William O'Brien

Born on 3 May 1880 in Dublin, Ireland - nephew of Clare Walker, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as railway fireman; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 3.25 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; blue eyes; black, slightly grey, hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Cornwall, Ontario, on 5 February 1915 (number 410646) - transferred to the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915 - transferred to the Canadian Corps Infantry School on 14 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 Walter Elbert O'Brien

Born on 27 January 1892 in Rockingham, Ontario - son of Mrs. M. O'Brien, Combermere, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Combermere, Ontario; single; Church of England; trade as machinist; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 January 1918 (number 3320413) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 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 Robert O'Brien

Born on 15 August 1889 in Kininmount, Ontario - son of Silas O'Brien, Kininmount, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Kininmount, Ontario; trade as stonemason; single; currently a member of the 45th Regiment (three years); no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 9.75 inches; chest of 39 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Kininmount, Ontario, on 29 November 1915 (number 724632) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 10 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 13 February 1917 - invalided sick to England on 18 June 1917 - transferred to the Syren Force or North Russia Expeditionary Force as a sergeant on 17 September 1918 - wounded on 19 February 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 Morgan O'Brien

Born on 11 January 1892 in Carleton Place, Ontario - son of Timothy O'Brien, Braeside, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Braeside, Ontario; trade as bushman; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 8.5 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 224th Battalion, CEF, in Arnprior, Ontario, on 31 March 1916 (number 297552) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 September 1918 - wounded on 30 September 1918 - invalided to England on 4 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 George Leonard O'Brien

Born on 17 April 1891 in Elziver, Ontario - son of John O'Brien, Trenton, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Trenton, Ontario; single; Roman Catholic; trade as machinist; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 20 March 1918 (number 3057486) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 September 1918 - wounded on 30 September or 1 October 1918 - invalided to England on 5 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 Allan O'Brien

Born on 5 March 1894 or 1895 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Charles and Julia O'Brien, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 3.75 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; grey eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 12 August 1915 (number 144704) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Bermuda on 6 December 1915 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 19 February 1916 - [returned to Canada] - joined the 5th Divisional Ammunition Column, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 11 January 1917 (number 2043008) - [then].

(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 Harold Nurse

Born on 1 May 1898 in Peterborough County, Ontario - son of Richard Nurse, Omemee, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Omemee, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 8 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 1 May 1916 (number 724279) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - invalided sick to England on 19 May 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 4 July 1918 - wounded on 4 November 1918 - invalided to England on 30 November 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 Claude Joseph Patrick Nunney, VC, DCM, MM

Born on 24 December 1892 in Dublin, Ireland - next of kin listed as Mrs. D.J. McDonald, North Lancaster, Ontario, and Gordon Calder, Green Valley, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as painter; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; red hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Alexandria, Ontario, on 8 March 1915 (number 410935) - 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 12 April 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 14 April 1917 - wounded on 29 July 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 5 October 1917 - wounded on 3 May 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 18 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - died of those wounds on 18 September 1918 - buried in Aubigny Communal Cemetery Extension (grave IV.B.39), France.

Awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Although wounded in two places, and his section wiped out, he continued to advance, carrying his gun and ammunition, and alone stopping an attack by over 200 enemy. He continued on duty for three days, showing exceptional fearlessness, and doing magnificent work." - unit recommendation dated 17 April 1917: "For gallant conduct while in charge of a machine gun Section during operations of Apr. 9/17."

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "This N.C.O. took charge of his Platoon in an advanced position in Avion, after his Platoon Officer had been wounded. He displayed the greatest energy, strength and courage, remaining continuously on duty from June 28th to June 30th/17. He also proceeded to the assistance of a wounded man when no S.B. was available."

Recommended for a "Croix de Guerre with Star" on 13 February 1918 - no unit recommendation text - no award made.

Awarded the Victoria Cross - official citation: "For most conspicuous bravery during the operations against Drocourt-Quéant line on the 1st and 2nd September, 1918. On 1st September, when his battalion was in the vicinity of Vis-en-Artois, preparatory to the advance, the enemy laid down a heavy barrage and counter-attacked. Pte. Nunney, who was at this time at company headquarters, immediately on his own initiative proceeded through the barrage to the company outpost lines, going from post to post and encouraging the men by his own fearless example. The enemy were repulsed and a critical situation was saved. During the attack on 2nd September his dash continually placed him in advance of his companions, and his fearless example undoubtedly helped greatly to carry the company forward to its objectives. He displayed throughout the highest degree of valour until severely wounded." - unit recommendation dated 7 September 1918: "For conspicuous gallantry during Scarpe Operations on Sept. 1st and 2nd. Recommended for Victoria Cross."

(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))

Private Edgar William Nunn

Born on 1 October 1885 in St. Thomas, Ontario - husband of Jennie Nunn, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as cook; married with two children (7 and 8 years old); no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 29 November 1915 (number 145640) - departed for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion to England for duty on 9 February 1919 - repatriated to Canada on 2 July 1919.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.131)

Sergeant Robert Edward George Nugent

Born on 15 June 1896 in London, England - brother of Albert Nugent, Kinburn, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farm-labourer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 14 January 1915 (number 410567) - 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.

(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 James Nugent

Born on 19 June 1884 in Santa Barbara, California - brother of Frederick R. Nugent, Nome, Alaska - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in St. Catharines, Ontario; trade as cook; single; no current military service; previously served with the 7th Cavalry in the United States (seven years); Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 7.25 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 176th Battalion, CEF, in St. Catharines, Ontario, on 17 March 1916 (number 850288) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 or 9 April 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

(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 Valentine Noyes

Born on 6 March 1896 in Richmond, Surrey, England - son of Mrs. Annie Noyes, 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 5.5 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 14 January 1915 (number 410162) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 28 December 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 James Notman

Born on 26 October 1877 in Hawyck, Scotland - husband of Jane Notman, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as stone machine man; married; no current military service; previously served with the Volunteer Border Rifles in Scotland; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 2 February 1915 (number 410161) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion [date unknown].

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

Acting-Sergeant (Corporal) Arthur Ward Northrup

Born on 4 July 1882 in Cleveland, Ohio - brother of Mrs. Alice H. Lee, Bedford, Ohio - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Winnipeg, Manitoba; trade as railroad claim agent; single; no current military service; previously served with the Ohio state militia; Church of England; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; light blue eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 212th Battalion, CEF, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on 21 June 1916 (number 261529) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 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 Gilbert Lorne Northey

Born on 25 April 1889 in Deer Bay, Ontario - son of Thomas Northey, Haultain, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Haultain, Ontario; single; Methodist; trade as farmer; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 6.5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 11 January 1918 (number 3055987) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 September 1918 - wounded on 1 October 1918 - invalided to England on 4 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 Elmer Whitfield Northey

Born on 9 August 1892 in Youngs Point, Ontario - son of William G. Northey, Lakefield, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Lakefield, Ontario; single; Methodist; trade as farmer; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; weight of 120 pounds; dark complexion; brown-grey eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 1 March 1918 (number 3057027) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 October 1918 - wounded on 5 November 1918 - invalided to England on 11 November 1918.

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

Acting-Sergeant Edward Roland North, MM

Born on 2 August 1894 in Hamilton Parish, Bermuda - son of Ruthven Thompson, Harrington Sound, Bermuda - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as real estate; single ("Have 1 legally adopted boy 8 yrs."); no current military service; previously served as a cadet with the Bermuda Volunteer Rifle Corps (three years); Church of England; height of 5 feet 6.5 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; fresh complexion; gray eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in St. George's, Bermuda, on 6 January 1916 (number 410972) - 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 1 October 1918 - sent to England for Officers' Training Course on 30 October 1918 - later promoted to acting-sergeant.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 17 April 1917: "For gallant conduct during action 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))

Private George Norris

Born on 2 September 1888 in Montreal, Quebec - son of Mrs. Kate Norris, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as mother; single; Roman Catholic; trade as decorator; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; grey eyes; light hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 19 January 1918 (number 3056025) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 15 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 Emile Normand

Born on 28 April 1896 in Hull, Quebec - son of Joseph Normand, Hull, Quebec - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address same as father; single; Roman Catholic; trade as barber; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; gray eyes; fair hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 8 January 1918 (number 3320024) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - died on 28 September 1918 of wounds received that day - buried in Bucquoy Road Cemetery (grave IV.A.46), 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)

Lieutenant Albert Victor Seymour Nordheimer

Born on 14 September 1884 in Toronto, Ontario - son of Albert Nordheimer, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Stanley Barracks, Toronto, Ontario; trade as an officer of the Permanent Force; Church of England; currently a major with the Royal Canadian Dragoons (seven and a half years); previously served with the Royal Military College of Canada (three years) and the 9th Mississauga Horse (four years).

Joined the 6th Overseas Draft, Depot Squadron, Royal Canadian Dragoons, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, as a captain on 29 September 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a lieutenant on 5 April 1917 - rejoined the Royal Canadian Dragoons as a temporary lieutenant on 3 October 1917 - killed in action on 30 March 1918 - buried in Moreuil Communal Cemetery Allied Extension (grave A.15), 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)