Saturday 2 August 2008

Sergeant Walter Paul Lawrence Devoy

Born on 7 June 1875 in Montreal, Quebec - husband of Sophilda Devoy, Montreal, Quebec - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as photographer, married, previously served three years in the military, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, hazel eyes, grey hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410078) - 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 3 May 1919.

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