Private Frank Gordon Sheehan

Born on 27 October 1891 in London, England - son of Mrs. Julia Maria Poole, Enfield, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario; trade as sheet metal worker; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 0 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 9 February 1916 (number 775758) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - transferred to the 1st Canadian Tunneling Company, Canadian Engineers, CEF, on 5 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 John Shearon

Born on 22 August 1891 in Liverpool, England - son of Mary Shearon, Liverpool, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Ottawa, Ontario; trade as teamster; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 0 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 27 December 1915 (mumber 639244) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 25 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 Douglas Shearer

Son of E.S. and Annie Shearer, Smiths Falls, Ontario (later Blaine Lake, Saskatchewan).

Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, as an acting-sergeant in Renfrew, Ontario, on 1 July 1916 (number 1042029) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 November 1917 - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 28 November 1917 - died on 16 August 1918 of wounds received that day - buried in Boves West Communal Cemetery Extension (grave A.11), France.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Sailing List, 240th Battalion, CEF; Commonwealth War Graves Commission, "Debt of Honour" register, www.cwgc.org)

Private Robert Shaw

Born on 20 June 1889 in Snowdon Township, Haliburton County, Ontario - son of John Shaw, Snowdon Township, Haliburton County, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Gelert[?], Ontario; trade as lumberman; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; black hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 3 April 1916 (number 724197) - 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 Percy Douglas Shaw

Born on 17 February 1879 in Ottawa, Ontario - husband of Minnie Shaw, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as salesman; married; no current military service; previously served with the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve (15 months); Church of England; height of 5 feet 7.75 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 21 February 1916 (number 246012) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1917 - wounded on 28 October 1917 - invalided to England on 3 November 1917.

Died on 22 July 1928.

(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 Joseph Gregor Shaw

Born on 26 June 1882 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island - brother of Mrs. D.W. Fraser, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his commissioning in 1915: trade as medical doctor; single; no current military service; previously served in a summer training camp in 1905 at Charlottetown (two weeks); Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 9 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; grey eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 62nd Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, as the battalion medical officer on 1 July 1915 - taken on the strength of the Canadian Army Medical Corps, CEF, in France on 9 June 1916 - attached to the 38th Battalion, CEF, from 17 March to 24 May 1917.

Recommended for a Military Cross, but no award made - unit recommendation dated 3 July 1917: "For valuable services rendered in his capacity of Medical Officer during attack on Vimy Ridge and succeeding two months."

(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 Amasa Mallory Shaw

Born on 14 May 1891 in Leeds County, Ontario - next of kin listed as Mrs. Anna K. Shaw, Lansdowne, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student; single; no current military service; previously served with the Queen's University COTC; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 10 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; grey eyes; brown hair,

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 12 April 1915 (number 411126) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 29 October 1915 - wounded on 18 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 George Clifford Shaver

Born on 4 January 1899 in Roxborough Township, Ontario - son of Mrs. Susan Shaver, Avonmore, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Avonmore, Ontario; trade as clerk; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 32 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Avonmore, England, on 19 April 1916 (number 634103) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 11 August 1918 - invalided to England on 13 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 Clifford Shaver

Born on 30 June 1896 in South Mountain, Ontario - son of William A. and Jessie Shaver, South Mountain, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in South Mountain, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 10 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in South Mountain, Ontario, on 1 February 1916 (number 633382) - 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)

Lance-Corporal Murray Grant Sharpe

Born on 8 January 1894 in Lower Millstream, New Brunswick - son of George S. Sharpe, Lower Millstream, New Brunswick - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Macoun, Saskatchewan[?]; trade as teacher; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 8 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; black hair.

Joined the 212th Battalion, CEF, in Macoun, Saskatchewan[?], on 13 May 1916 (number 261578) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 17 or 18 May 1917 - struck off strength for the Officers' Training Course on 22 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 Louis Shannon

Born on 17 September 1886 in Barrie, Ontario - husband of Annie Shannon, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife; trade as soo attendant [?]; married; currently a member of the 9th Mississauga Horse (one month, private); no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 6.5 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; fresh complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 25 January 1916 (number 669376) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - wounded on 28 May 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 19 June 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - invalided to England on 9 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 Shannon

Born on 19 November 1894 in Picton, Ontario - son of James Shannon, Picton, 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 8 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; sallow complexion; gray eyes; auburn hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, on 3 August 1915 (number 219489) - 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 1 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)

Sergeant Harry Shannessy, MM

Born on 13 September 1886 in Kingston, Ontario - son of Mrs. Jennie Hughs[?], Colborne, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as labourer; single; no current military service; previously served with the Army Service Corps camp (1918[?]); height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 9 June 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 June 1915 (number 410615) - 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.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 7 September 1918: "For gallant services as a lineman, during Scarpe Operations, Sept 1st and 2nd 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))

Private Omagh Shaker

Born on 1 January 1883 in Bombay, India - friend of J. Oldham, Renfrew, Ontario (listed as next of kin) - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in London House, Montreal, Quebec; trade as cook; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded; weight of 150 pounds; redskin complexion; brown eyes; black hair.

Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, in Renfrew, Ontario, on 22 December 1916 (number 1042610) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - invalided sick to England on 16 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; Sailing List, 240th Battalion, CEF)

Private Albert Shaffer

Born on 29 September 1897 in Wiarton, Ontario - son of Mary Shaffer, Collingwood, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Collingwood, Ontario; trade as broom maker; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 157th Battalion, CEF, in Collingwood, Ontario, on 8 January 1916 (number 642764) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 or 28 March 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 9 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 Shackleton

Born on 14 July 1897 in Lancashire, England - son of Sarah Ann Shackleton, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother; trade as packer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 5.5 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 14 March 1916 (number 669988) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 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 Koime Seymour

Born on 15 May 1894 in Petawawa, Ontario - brother of Mr. B. Seymour, Pembroke, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Pembroke, Ontario; single; Roman Catholic; trade as labourer; no current military service; previously served with the 42nd Regiment (four months); height of 5 feet 4 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; dark brown eyes; dark hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 January 1918 (number 3320152) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - 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)

Company Sergeant-Major (Warrant Officer Class II) Harry Seymour

Born on 6 May 1892 in Hampshire, England - son of Harry Seymour, Hampshire, 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 7.5 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 33rd Battalion, CEF, in Clinton, Ontario, on 12 January 1915 (number 400538) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 21 August 1916 - wounded on 25 or 26 January 1917 - invalided to England on 28 January 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 15 or 16 June 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 30 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 David Chapin Seymour

Born on 21 December 1885 in Ogdensburg, New York - son of Melancthon H. Seymour and Louise Elsie Chapin, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as salesman; single; currently a member of the 3rd Regiment Victoria Rifles of Canada (sergeant, ten years); no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 8.6 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Montreal, Quebec, on 17 March 1915 (number 410982) - transferred to Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, CEF, on 16 July 1915 - killed in action on 30 October 1917 - 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 Joseph Sexton

Born on 26 February 1890 in Southport, Lancashire, England - son of Mrs. Sarah Sexton, Southport, Lancashire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as steward; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 40.75 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Prospect, Bermuda, on 11 March 1916 (number 410975) - 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 8 December 1916.

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

Private John Joseph Sepo

Born on 17 October 1872 in Liverpool, England - nephew of Mrs. Elizabeth O'Connor, Liverpool, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as harnessmaker; single; currently a member of the Governor General's Foot Guards (three years); no previous military service; single; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7 inches; chest of 39 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; hazel eyes; iron grey hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 July 1915 (number 410910) - 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 strength to the Canadian Labour Pool, CEF, on 8 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 Horace Palon Sellick

Born on 17 September 1896 in South Bay, Ontario - son of Mrs. Lidia Hyatt, South Bay, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in South Bay, Ontario; single; Methodist; trade as marine engineer; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 4.5 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 23 January 1918 (number 3056323) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 17 or 18 August 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 Selby

Born on 7 August 1879 in England - brother of Mrs. Daisy McTavish, Smiths Falls, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as waiter; single; no current military service; previously served in the Royal Navy (three years as a steward); Church of England; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; grey eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 12 February 1915 (number 411300) - 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 Tancrede Seguin

Born on 2 May 1887 in Rigaud, Quebec - son of Peter Seguin, Hawkesbury, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as laborer; widower; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410883) - 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)

Private John Sefton

Born on 19 September 1897 in Liverpool, England - son of John and Margaret Sefton, Liverpool, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farming; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 0.5 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; black hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 17 November 1915 (number 639225) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - wounded on 30 October 1917 - died of those wounds on 12 November 1917 - buried in Nine Elms British Cemetery (grave IX.E.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 Duncan Seeley

Born on 14 April 1896 in Ross Township, Ontario - son of Ellen Seeley, Haleys Station, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Renfrew, Ontario; single; Methodist; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; grey eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 23 January 1918 (number 3056322) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1918 - wounded on 2 November 1918 - invalided to England on 6 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 Richard Joseph Secor

Born on 30 May 1895 in North Bay, Ontario - son of Mrs. Joseph R. Secor, North Bay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as teamster; single; currently a member of the 97th Regiment; no previous military service; Baptist; height of 5 feet 10 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 159th Battalion, CEF, in North Bay, Ontario, on 4 February 1916 (number 648800) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 June 1917 - wounded on 10 or 12 August 1918 - invalided to England on 15 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)

Captain Gavin Scott Macfarlane, MC

Born on 6 February 1891 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Sarah Macfarlane, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as student; single; currently a member of the Canadian Officers' Training Corps; no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 8.75 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; grey eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a Lieutenant on 19 April 1915 - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - invalided to England on 26 November 1916 - served as a Staff Captain with 5th Reserve Brigade, CEF, from 10 July 1917 to 13 or 15 April 1918 - seconded as Adjutant of the Canadian Trench Warfare School from 15 or 22 April 1918 to 21 February 1919.

Appointed commanding officer and Lieutenant-Colonel of The Ottawa Highlanders on 31 May 1932 - resigned on 1 June 1936 - reappointed commanding officer of the 2nd (Reserve) Battalion, The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa (M.G.) on 18 July 1940 - resigned on 18 May 1943.

Awarded the Military Cross - official citation: "For conspicuous gallantry in action. Although wounded, he continued to lead his men, and captured an enemy machine gun with his crew, himself killing one of the enemy." - unit recommendation date unknown: "For conspicuous gallantry in action."

Received the Colonial Auxiliary Forces Officer's Decoration (VD).

Died on 27 July 1957 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with an image of Capt Macfarlane's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Honorary Captain Harold Irwin Horsey

Born on 21 July 1867 in Kingston, Ontario - husband of Lillian Sammie[?] Horsey, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as clergyman, married, currently a member of the Reserve of the Active Militia, previously served with the 14th Prince of Wales Regiment and the Midland Battalion (Northwest Rebellion of 1885), Congregationalist, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 37.5 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, gray hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, as Battalion Chaplain on 29 June 1915 - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - served as a Lieutenant from 10 August to 8 December 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - promoted to Honorary Captain (Chaplain) on 8 December 1916 - sent to England for duty on 23 March 1917 - later served as an Honorary Major with the Canadian Chaplain Services in Canada.

Buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with an image of Capt Horsey's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Sergeant Thomas Vernon Gibson

Born on 15 March 1893 in Baldwin, Michigan (to Canadian parents) - brother of Mrs. Lillian Margaret Dale, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as steamfitter, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 9 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 April 1915 (number 410279) - 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 September or 1 October 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 October 1918 - wounded on 1 November 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 9 December 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Died on 14 April 1964 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with an image of Sgt. Gibson's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Captain Basil Boise Wood Minard

Born on 17 August 1897 in Lemenster, Massachusetts - son of A.R. Minard, Toronto, Ontario - brother of Lieutenant Asa Raymond Minard - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as father; trade as student; Baptist; currently a member of the 13th Royal Regiment; no previous military service.

Joined the 97th Battalion, CEF, as a Lieutenant in Toronto, Ontario, on 4 November 1915 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a Lieutenant on 25 April 1917 - wounded on 29 October 1917 - invalided to England on 31 October 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 3 June 1918 - promoted to Temporary Captain on 11 August 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 20 September 1918.

Served with the Veterans' Guard of Canada during the Second World War - promoted to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel.

Died on 24 April 1964 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with an image of Capt Minard's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Private Christopher Robert Hughes

Born on 9 April 1892 in Liverpool, England - son of Mrs. Ellen Hughes, Liverpool, England - brother of Charles James Hughes, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as cook, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 18 January 1915 (number 410311) - 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 13 September 1916 - invalided to England on 18 October 1916 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 22 April 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Died on 5 March 1957, aged 70 (note discrepancy) - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with a photo of Pte Hughes' headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Private Henry Larocque

Born on 18 April 1897 in Ottawa, Ontario - son of Mrs. Rose Larocque, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as broommaker; single; currently a member of the 43rd Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles (five months); no previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 6 inches; chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 21 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410803) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 1 or 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 4 September 1918.

Died on 17 May 1947 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Update with a photo of Pte Larocque's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Lance-Corporal Percy George Reynolds, MM

Born on 27 September 1894 in London, England - son of Mrs. Sarah Emily Reynolds, Appleton, Ontario - brother of Private William James Reynolds, 38th Battalion, CEF - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farm labourer; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 6 January 1915 (number 410179) - 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 27 September 1918 - invalided to England on 29 September 1918.

Awarded the Military Medal - no formal citation - unit recommendation dated 5 October 1918: "For Gallantry during the operations in the vicinity of Bourlon, 27th Sept 1918."

Served with the Veterans' Guard of Canada during the Second World War.

Died on 2 March 1969 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with a photo of L/Cpl Reynolds' headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Born on 6 March 1889 in Surrey, England - son of G.T. Arthur, Grate Bookham, England - attestation form notes present address as Ottawa, Ontario, trade as waiter, single, not now nor previously a member of the military, height of 5 feet 11 inches, chest of 37 inches, fair complexion, brown eyes, light brown hair, Church of England.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, on 5 April 1916 (number 246113) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1917 - wounded on 16 or 17 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 March 1918 - wounded on 30 September or 2 October 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 October 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Died on 4 February 1969 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with a photo of Private Arthur's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Private John Flemming

Born on 18 March 1894 in Ireland - brother of Mary Flemming, Hamilton, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Stittsville, Ontario, single, Methodist, trade as farmer, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 40 inches fully expanded, medium dark complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 14 January 1918 (number 3320187) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 17 or 18 August 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Died on 16 January 1952 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with a photo of Private Flemming's headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Private Hugh Charles Davis

Born on 4 December 1893 in Gananoque, Ontario - husband of Edna Davis, Syracuse, New York - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as electrician, married, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 9 June 1915 (number 410074) - 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 15 or 17 October 1916 - invalided to England on 21 October 1916.

Died on 8 April 1952 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(Updated with photo of Private Davis' headstone in Beechwood Cemetery).

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

Sergeant John Edwin Seaton

Born on 11 February 1891 in Brandon, Manitoba - son of Jane Seaton, Peachland, British Columbia - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Peachland, British Columbia; trade as powderman[?] (four years); single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 10 inches; chest of 40 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 207th Battalion, CEF, in North Vancouver, British Columbia, on 13 January 1916 (number 503144) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 26 or 27 September 1917 - 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 Frank Seaton

Born on 26 June 1896 in London, England - son of Frank Seaton, Thorstonheath, Surrey, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: trade as millhand; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 80th Battalion, CEF, in Smiths Falls, Ontario, on 27 August 1915 (number 219218) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 11 July 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion in England 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 John Sears

Born on 1 October 1873 in Lyndon, Ontario - husband of Sarah Sears, Hamilton, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as wife; trade as cigar maker; married; no current military service; previously served with the 91st Canadian Highlanders Regiment (2.5 years) and the infantry regiment in Brantford (seven years); Church of England; height of 5 feet 9.25 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; pallid complexion; grey eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 205th Battalion, CEF, in Hamilton, Ontario, on 25 May 1916 (number 240273) - transferred to the 164th Battalion, CEF, on 5 April 1917 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 8 or 9 April 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 1 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 Harry Sears

Born on 27 April 1897 in London, England - son of Mr. Sears, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father; trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 4.75 inches; chest of 33 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 7 January 1916 (number 775179) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 30 September 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 31 October 1918 - invalided sick to England on 27 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)

Captain Archibald Arthur Sears

Born in November 1883 in Toronto, Ontario - son of William Norman and Justina Mackenzie Sears, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his commissioning in 1915: trade as broker; single; currently a member of the 43rd Regiment Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles (seven years); previously served with the 59th Regiment (eight years); Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 8.5 inches; chest of 39 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; blue eyes; blonde hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 25 May 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 - killed in action on 18 November 1916 - buried in Bapaume Post Military Cemetery (grave I.I.5), France.

(Many thanks to Lieutenant-Colonel Bud Walsh for the image of Captain Sears' headstone).

(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 George T. Seal

Born on 1 February 1879 in Middlesex, England - son of Sarah Seal, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as mother; trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 5.5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; dark brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 28 January 1916 (number 669372) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November 1916 - invalided sick to England on 18 March 1917 - transferred to the Artillery Pool on 11 January 1918 - later served with the Canadian Army Veterinary Corps and the Canadian Artillery.

(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 William Seal

Born in January 1886 in Middlesex, England - son of William Seal, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father; trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 166th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 8 February 1916 (number 669676) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 27 November or 1 December 1916 - invalided sick to England on 26 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)

Captain James Seager

Born on 13 December 1868 in Ottawa, Ontario - brother of Miss Annie Seager, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as physician; widower; currently a member of the Army Service Corps (four years); no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 9 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; hazel eyes; grey hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, as battalion medical officer in Prospect, Bermuda, on 10 December 1915 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - transferred to the Canadian Army Medical Corps, CEF, on 3 or 4 March 1917 - later promoted to major.

(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 Joseph Scully

Born on 16 November 1873 in Dowell, Massachusetts - son of Charles Scully, Accord, Massachusetts - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Montreal, Quebec (also Norwell, Massachusetts); trade as shoemaker; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 7.75 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; weight of 140 pounds; dark complexion; blue eyes; black hair.

Joined the 240th Battalion, CEF, in Renfrew, Ontario, on 18 December 1916 (number 1042579) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 1 October 1918 - struck off strength to England on 23 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; Sailing List, 240th Battalion, CEF)

Private Lloyd Clifford Scriver

Born on 27 March 1897 in Victoria County, Ontario - grandson of William Scriver, Corsons Siding, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Toronto, Ontario; trade as labourer; single; no current or previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 5.75 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined No.2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 6 December 1916 (nuber 513419) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 5 July 1917 - transferred to 4th Battalion, Canadian Machine Gun Corps, CEF, on 1 May 1918 - wounded on 2 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 Ernest Richard Scrivens

Born on 11 September 1898 in Worcester, England - brother of Eve Clewer, Worcester, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1917: present address in Scarboro Junction, Ontario; trade as farm hand; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 3.5 inches; chest of 34.5 inches fully expanded; medium complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined No.2 Canadian Army Service Corps, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 10 January 1917 (number 513619) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 17 or 18 August 1918 - wounded on 30 September 1918 - invalided to England on 2 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 Frederick Scowen

Born on 27 August 1896 in London, England - son of Annie Scowen, Mansingtree[?], Essex, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: Mons Road, Peel County, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 39.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; hazel eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 20 December 1915 (number 775178) - 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 served with the Canadian Forestry Corps, CEF - promoted to 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 William John Scoular

Born on 1 August 1894 in Glasgow, Scotland - son of Mrs. William Foster, Newcastle on Tyne, England - brother of Mrs. Emerson Arbuthnot, Russell, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer; single; no current or military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 3.5 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 19 July 1915 (number 410188) - 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 21 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 William Scott, MM

Born on 30 October 1898 in Fournier, Ontario - son of Sarah Scott, Fournier, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Maxville, Ontario; trade as laborer; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 5 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; dark complexion; grey eyes; dark hair.

Joined the 154th Battalion, CEF, in Maxville, Ontario, on 8 February 1916 (number 633441) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - wounded on 2 September 1918 - invalided to England on 4 September 1918.

Awarded the Military Medal - no official citation - unit recommendation dated 15 August 1918: "For courage and devotion to duty during operations between Haugard and Hallu Aug. 8th to 12th 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 Walter Stanley Scott

Born on 25 February 1890 in Dershone[?] Township, Ontario - son of William S. Scott, Tillsonburg, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address same as father; trade as farmer; single; currently a member of Grey's Horse (sergeant); no previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 4.75 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; brown eyes; black hair.

Joined the 168th Battalion, CEF, in Tillsonburg, Ontario, on 6 January 1916 (number 675052) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 February 1917 - wounded on 9 April 1917 - invalided to England on 24 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)

Sergeant Walter Henry Scott

Born on 28 December 1891 in Peterborough, Ontario - son of W.H. and Dorothy Scott, Lindsay, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Lindsay, Ontario; trade as clerk; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 8.5 inches; chest of 40 inches fully expanded; swarthy complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 77th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 20 October 1915 (number 145284) - departed Canada for overseas on 19 June 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, in England on 6 July 1916 - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 18 November 1916 - died of those wounds on 19 November 1916 - buried in Contay British Cemetery (grave VIII.F.17), France.

(sources: Library and Archives Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca), online attestation papers; Canadian War Museum, 19740281-001, Manu 58F 2 3, 207th Canadian Infantry Battalion and 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Nominal Roll; The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa Regimental Museum, A400-0007, Master Personnel List for the 38th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force; Anonymous, An Historical Sketch of the Seventy-Seventh Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force (Ottawa: War Publications Limited, 1926), p.141)

Private Thomas Wilson Scott

Born on 12 February 1894 in Chesterville, Ontario - son of William L. Scott, Winchester, 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 inches; chest of 38 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, on 10 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410881) - 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 24 November 1916.

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

Private Stephen Bert Scott

Born on 27 April 1887 in Canada - husband of Margaret Scott, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster; married (with one child, aged 4); no current military service; previously served with the Princess Louise Dragoon Guards (three years);

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 4 March 1915 (number 410189) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 22 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 26 February 1917 - invalided sick to England on 8 May 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 11 November 1917 - wounded on 11 August 1918 - invalided to England on 14 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 Lloyd James Daniel Scott

Born on 28 October 1894 in Addison, Ontario - son of William John and Mina Scott, Athens, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Athens, Ontario; trade as student; Church of England; currently a member of the 41st Regiment; no previous military service.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, as a lieutenant in Brockville, Ontario, on 6 March 1916 - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 14 or 15 April 1918 - killed in action on 29 September 1918 - buried in Bourlon Wood Cemetery (grave II.A.5), 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 James Scott

Born on 22 July 1897 in Carman, Manitoba - son of Mrs. Annie Scott, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Fenelon Falls, Ontario; trade as chauffeur; single; no current or previous military service; Roman Catholic; height of 5 feet 3.5 inches; chest of 32.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; brown eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 109th Battalion, CEF, in Fenelon Falls, Ontario, on 11 December 1915 (number 725532) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 9 or 11 April 1917 - invalided to England on 14 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 James Barton Scott

Born on 29 March 1896 in Scotland - son of Thomas Scott, Glasgow, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Cardinal, Ontario; trade as carpenter; single; currently a member of the Canal Patrol (thirteen months); no previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 5.25 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; gray blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 4 December 1915 (number 639234) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 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)

Lieutenant Hugh McMaster Scott

Born on 25 May 1886 in Compton County, Quebec - son of John Scott, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as father; trade as merchant; Presbyterian; no current military service; previously served with the Canadian Army Service Corps.

Joined the 73rd Battalion, CEF, as a lieutenant in Montreal, Quebec, on 2 August 1915 - landed in France with the 73rd Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, as a lieutenant on 20 April 1917 - transferred to the 42nd Battalion, CEF, on 28 November 1917 - later promoted to captain.

Awarded the Military 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)

Private Herbert John Scott

Born on 24 October 1895 in Johnstown, Ontario - son of Mrs. ? Scott, Johnstown, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Johnstown, Ontario; trade as farmer; single; no current military service; previously served with the St. Lawrence canal patrol (two months); Methodist; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 34 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Prescott, Ontario, on 21 March 1916 (number 639930) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 18 or 19 January 1918 - invalided sick to England on 23 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 Harry Laird Scott

Born on 9 December 1892 in Glasgow, Scotland - son of Mrs. S. Scott, Marmora, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Marmora, Ontario; single; Presbyterian; trade as clerk; no current or previous military service; height of 5 feet 7.5 inches; chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; blue eyes; brown hair.

Conscripted into the 2nd Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 17 January 1918 (number 3320412) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 June 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)

Private Albert Hufton

Born on 28 January 1884 in Yorkshire, England - son of Robert Hufton, Leeds, Yorkshire, England - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Ottawa, Ontario, single, Church of England, trade as foreman in Ottawa Construction Company, no current or previous military service, height of 5 feet 6.75 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, grey eyes, black hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 14 January 1918 (number 3056195) - 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.

Died on 28 August 1952, aged 68 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(image taken 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 James Stephen Walter Newcombe

Born on 7 February 1882 in London, England - next of kin listed as Mrs. Jessie Newcombe, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1914: labourer; married; no current military service; previously served with the Rifle Brigade (British army, eight years); Church of England; height of 5 feet 4.75 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; hazel eyes; black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 28 December 1914 (number 410159) - 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 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 27 or 29 November 1916 - attached to the 12th Canadian Light Trench Mortar Battery, CEF, on 14 July or 1 October 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 12 or 21 November 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.

Died on 8 January 1948 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(image taken 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)

Lance-Corporal Phillip Andrew Errett

Born on 13 August 1879 in Chatham, Ontario - husband of Mabel Ann Errett, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as civil servant (Customs), married, currently a member of the Governor General's Foot Guards (five years, currently a sergeant), no previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 8 inches, chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1915 (number 410267) - 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.

Died on 24 July 1949 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(image taken 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 Tony Frank

Born on 1 November 1888 in Italy - husband of Amy Frank, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: present address same as wife, trade as contractor, married, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 3 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, light brown eyes, light brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 28 May 1915 (number 410738) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 9 or 10 April 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917.

Died on 11 April 1949 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(image taken 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 Daniel Peterson

Born on 24 May 1895 in Ottawa, Ontario - next of kin listed as Mrs. Kate Peterson, Ottawa, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 8 inches; chest of 35 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; red hair.

Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 27 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 22 June 1915 (number 410858) - 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 23 August 1917 - invalided to England on 31 August 1917.

Died on 12 November 1950 - buried in Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario.

(image taken at 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 Gilbert Scott

Born on 27 August 1886 in Ocker-Hill, Staffordshire, England - son of Mrs. Mary Scott, London, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Detroit, Michigan; trade as bookkeeper; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 7.75 inches; chest of 36 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; grey eyes; brown hair.

Joined No.2 Overseas Army Service Corps Training Depot, CEF, in Amherstburg, Ontario, on 31 October 1916 (number 513134) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 or 12 July 1917 - wounded on 2 or 3 September 1918 - invalided to England on 4 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 Frederick George Scott

Born on 14 September 1870 in Toronto, Ontario - brother of William H. Scott, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: no present address; trade as teamster; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 9 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; fair hair.

Joined the 126th Battalion, CEF, in Toronto, Ontario, on 12 February 1916 (number 775770) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 4 or 6 December 1916 - wounded on 26 March 1917 - invalided to England on 11 April 1917 - later served with the Canadian Railway Troops, 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 Finnin Scott

Born on 3 August 1889 in Iron Mountain, Michigan - son of William and Bella MacDonald Scott, Englehart, Ontario - at the time of his conscription in 1918: present address in Denbigh, Ontario; single; Roman Catholic; no current or previous military service; height of 6 feet 0 inches; chest of 38.5 inches fully expanded; ruddy complexion; blue eyes; black hair.

Conscripted into the 1st Depot Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, CEF, in Kingston, Ontario, on 11 January 1918 (number 3055972) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 10 or 11 June 1918 - killed in action on 2 September 1918 - buried in Dury Mill British Cemetery (grave I.C.24), 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 Donald Scott

Born on 10 March 1886 in Scotland - brother of John Scott, Greenock, Scotland - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as teamster; single; no current or previous military service; Presbyterian; height of 5 feet 6.5 inches; chest of 35.5 inches fully expanded; swarthy complexion; hazel eyes; brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 29 January 1915 (number 410058) - taken on the strength of the 2nd Battalion, 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 Clifford Edward Scott

Born in September 1896 in Prescott, Ontario - son of Mrs. Edward Scott, Prescott, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1916: present address in Prescott, Ontario; trade as tinsmith and plumber; single; currently a member of the 56th Regiment (two years); no previous military service; Methodist; height of 5 feet 3.5 inches; chest of 32.5 inches fully expanded; fair complexion; blue eyes; light brown hair.

Joined the 156th Battalion, CEF, in Cardinal, Ontario, on 18 January 1916 (number 639419) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1917 - 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)