Monday 16 July 2012

Private Walter Edward Stonier

Born on 13 April 1876 in Stoke-on-Trent, England - brother of John Stonier, Russell, Ontario - brother-in-law of Mrs. Gertrude Stonier, Russell, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as brick-fireman; single; no current or previous military service; Church of England; height of 5 feet 3 inches; chest of 37 inches fully expanded; fresh complexion; brown eyes; black hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1915 (number 410410) - 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)

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