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The Royal Canadian Legion

Prince Edward Island Command



Message from The Premier

As Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, Iam pleased to extend greeting on behalf of HerMajesty the Queen.

I want to thank The Royal Canadian Legion forproducing this fourth booklet dedicated to thememory of those who served in the two World Warsand the Korean War. It is important to recognize thepart these soldiers played in ensuring the freedomof all Canadians.

As Islanders, we remember the courage ancommitment of those who have given, and thosewho contunue to offer, their lives in service to theircountry.

Let there be peace on earth

Barbara A. HagermanLieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island

Recognizing the contribution of all those veteransof the First World War, SecondWorld War and theKorean War is a responsibility of all Canadians.For that reason, I would like to extend my thanksand congratulations to The Royal Canadian Legionon their Fourth Edition of the War ServiceRecognition Booklet.

One of the greatest services provided to Canadiansby The Royal Canadian Legion is the preservationsand nuturing of our collective and individualmemory of these wars o fthese wars. This effort isgreatly appreciated by all Islanders.

On behalf of the Government of Prince EdwardIsland, I offer thanks to all those who put so mucheffort into this publication.

Robert GhizPremier of Prince Edward Island

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P.E.I. Command of The Royal Canadian Legion would like to thank all those who made possible the 4t h

War Time Service Recognition Booklet. The co-operation of Branches, Ladies’ Auxiliaries and individu-als, and the continued support of advertisers and donors is very gratifying.

This year, the 90t h Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, is yet another reminder of the sacrifices madeby our Veterans to preserve the values which we, as canadians, cherish, namely peace, freedom, truth andj u s t i c e .

These booklets will help keep alive the memory of our veterans who served their country and sovereignduring the two World Wars and the Korean Wa r, but let us also remember those who served with UnitedNations missions, NATO operations and especially our present day Afghanistan veterans.

Proceeds from this booklet are used to assist Legion programs such as Veterans Service Bureau, LegionNational Track & Field Meet for athletes 17 years and under and bursaries.

Alan Curtis, Pre s i d e n tP.E.I. Command,The Royal Canadian Legion

Message from The President

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MESSAGES

Lieutenant Governor’s MessagePremier’s MessageProvincial President’s Message

VETERANS

ACORN, Daniel WilliamADAMS, Herbert RoyAHEARN, John RussellALLAIN, Francois DALLAN, Lee C.ARSENAULT, Alfred J.ARSENAULT, AugustinARSENAULT, Cyrus J.BANKS, Chester GlenwoodBANKS, Margaret Ellen “Nellie”BARBOUR, Earl DavidBENNET, Frederick CharlesBERNARD, Joseph ThomasBIRCH, Raymond SydneyBIRCH, William ThomasBLANCHARD, Raymond EvertBROTHERS, ClaudeBROWN, James StanleyBROWN, John HaroldCAMPBELL, Cecil EdgarCAMPBELL, GordonCAMPBELL, J. A. “Gus”CAMPBELL, R. DouglasCAMPBELL, Roy SpurgeonCAMPBELL, Simon AlexanderCLOW, RoyCOUSINS, Roland EmersonCULLEN, William (Bill) Timothy.DERASP, JosephDESROCHE (GAUDET), Mary DeloresDOIRON, Francis RobertDONAHOE, John JosephDOUCETTE, JosephDOUCETTE, Lawrence E.DRAKE, Seldon AlexanderDUNNING, FrancisFOLEY, John JosephGALLANT, AlcideGALLANT, Anthony H.GALLANT, Antoine HermasGALLANT, Bélonie J.GALLANT, CorneliusGALLANT, Fidèle CyrusGALLANT, Francis J.GALLANT, FredGALLANT, Thomas OscarGARDHAM, TomGAUDET, CliffordGAUDET, EdmondGILLESPIE, Bruce

GILLIS, HughGILLIS, Joseph A.GORDON, Harold W.GREEN (CAMPBELL), Rita IsabelHASTINGS, Frederick WilliamHAYTER, JimHIGGINBOTHAM, Lorne E.HORNE, Frederick AlvinHYNES, Rev. ThomasJOHNSTON, Aeneas DanielJOHNSTON, J. MauriceJONES, John AndrewJONES, Joseph Edward “Eddie”KADEY, Carroll LesterLANTEIGNE, CamilleLAYBOLT, David L.LEFURGEY, Osborne BayfieldLING, Arthur LewisLIVINGSTONE, AlexLIVINGSTONE, StephenMACARTHUR, James GordonMACAULEY, Daniel JosephMACAUSLAND, Vincent F. O.MACCANNELL, NeilMACCORMACK, D. LeondardMACCORMACK, FrancisMACDONALD, AndrewMACDONALD, Dr. CharlesMACDONALD, DavidMACDONALD, GeorgeMACDONALD, James EverettMACDONALD, John A.MACDONALD, LeslieMACDONALD, LloydMACDONALD, NorbertMACDONALD, Robert AustinMACDONALD, William JohnMACEACHERN, ArtMACEACHERN, ColinMACGILLIVARY, EmmettMACGILLIVARY, JoeMACGILLIVARY, RoyMACGILLIVARY, WilliamMACINTYRE, LeonardMACINTYRE, LloydMACINTYRE, RoddieMACKAY, BradMACKENZIE, RodneyMACKINNON, ReggieMACLELLAN, FrancisMACLELLAN, JosephMACLENNAN, Angus W.MACLEOD, Clinton RobertMACLURE, Graham GeraldMACMILLAN, John A.MACNEIL, James B.MACNEILL, James Howard

MACNEILL, William EmeryMACPHAIL, Charles M.MACPHAIL, Duncan AlfredMACPHAIL, John HenryMACPHAIL, Neil D.MACPHEE, John DanielMACQUARRIE, WillardMATTHEWS, HeathMCCLOSKEY, James T.MCGAUGHEY, MorganMCGRATH, CharlesMCGRATH, ElliottMCGRATH, George EdwardMCGRATH, John DouglasMCGRATH, KennethMCGRATH, KimptonMCINNIS, HoultonMCKENNA, MichaelMCLAREN, JohnMCLEAN, Roderick SterlingMORRISON, Edgar H. “Eddy”MORRISON, Edward R. “Ned”MORRISON, George V.MORRISON, Harry E.MORRISON, J. Clinton, Sr. “Clint”MURL, LeamonNICHOLSON, AlexNICHOLSON, Alexander PopeNICHOLSON, John SamuelPINEAU, Camille JosephPINEAU, PaulPOIRER, Joseph UlricQUINN, Richard H.RYAN, ClarenceSANDERSON, KimbleSHARKEY, JamesSHARKEY, JohnSTEELE, HughSTEWART, Arthur Currie “Ted”STEWART, Frederick B.STEWART, George DanielSTEWART, Harry LindenSTEWART, SamuelSTEWART, Warren B.STEWART, Wilson G.STUART, John HectorSTUART, Robert AlexanderWILLIAMS, John R.WILLIAMS, Samuel F.WOOD, Milton

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ACORN, Daniel William WWII

Daniel was born on October 6, 1923 in Forest Hill. He enlisted with the RoyalCanadian Regiment in January 1943 and served in Italy, France andGermany until March 1946.

ADAMS, Herbert Roy WWII

Herbert was born in Alberton, PEI. He enlisted in the Army on February 26,1941 and was discharged with the rank of Sergeant on January 13, 1945.

AHEARN, John Russell WWII & Korea

John enlisted in the Canadian Army on March 30, 1943. He served in theUnited Kingdom, Central Mediterranean Area and Continental Europe. Hewas discharged in 1946, and re-enlisted in 1950 with an honourable dischargein 1952.

ALLAIN, Francois D. WWI

Francois was born in Alberton, PEI. He served the Army from August 5, 1918until being discharged as Private on January 18, 1919.

ALLAN, Lee C. WWI & WWII

Lee was born on April 7, 1893 in Cardigan, PEI. He served in the 98th SiegeBattery during WWI, and the Canadian Army during WWII. Lee passed awayin February 1977 and is buried in Cardigan.



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ARSENAULT, Alfred J. WWII

Alfred enlisted in the Army on November 19, 1942. He served with the RoyalCanadian Ordnance Corps and went overseas in 1943.

ARSENAULT, Augustin WWII

Augustin joined the Army on September 22, 1941 and served in the RoyalCanadian Engineers in Canada, the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.

ARSENAULT, Cyrus J. WWII

Cyrus enlisted in the PEI Highlanders on May 20, 1940 and served overseasduring the war with the Cape Breton Highlanders in Italy, France, Belgium andHolland. He was wounded on January 17, 1944 during the Italian campaign.

BANKS, Chester Glenwood WWII

Chester was born on July 18, 1916. He joined the Halifax Army Service Corpin January of 1940. He served until his discharge on March 2, 1946.

BANKS, Margaret Ellen “Nellie” WWII

Nellie was born on February 16, 1914 in Poplar Point, PEI. She enlisted withthe Royal Canadian Air Force in 1940 and served as a cook until herdischarge in 1946. Nellie passed away on October 17, 2001, she is buried inthe Dundas United Church Cemetery.



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BARBOUR, Earl David WWII

Earl was born in Alma, PEI. He served the R.C.N.V.R. from April 1941 untilNovember 1946 as Leading Seaman.

BENNET, Frederick Charles WWI

Frederick was born in Alberton, PEI. He served the Army with the 231st

Overseas Battalion and the 72nd Battalion in France. He enlisted on April 1,1916 and discharged as Private on March 3, 1919.

BERNARD, Joseph Thomas WWI

Joseph was born in Bloomfield, PEI. He served the Army as Private with the

105th and 12th Battalions, enlisting on March 10, 1916 and being dischargedon June 15, 1919.

BIRCH, Raymond Sydney WWII

Raymond was born on September 24, 1919 in Port Hill. He enlisted with theRoyal Canadian Artillery on December 6, 1940. He served in the UnitedKingdom, France, Germany, Belgium and Holland as a Wireless Operatoruntil his discharge on December 3, 1945. Raymond passed away on August12, 2005.

BIRCH, William Thomas WWII

William was born on November 20, 1917 in Port Hill, PEI. He enlisted in 1939and was Staff Sergeant with the Provost Corps stationed in Sydney and CapeBreton. He served until his discharge in 1945. Willie passed away on October12, 2002.



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BLANCHARD, Raymond Evert Korean War

Raymond was born in Bloomfield, PEI. He served as a Private in the Armyfrom December 4, 1952 until December 21, 1955.

BROTHERS, Claude WWII

Claude was born in 1919 in Cardigan, PEI. He served the Army during WWII.Claude passed away in 1986.

BROWN, James Stanley WWI

James was born on May 23, 1894 in Breadalbane, PEI. He enlisted on

October 16, 1916 and served with the 105th Battalion, 2nd Canadian Infantry

Works Battalion and the 4th Labour Battalion. He served in Canada, Britain,France and Belgium until his discharge on May 29, 1919. James is deceased.

BROWN, John Harold WWI

John was born on January 10, 1895 in South Granville, PEI. He served in the105th and 13th Battalions. John died on September 5, 1918 in France due tohis wounds. He received the Victory and British War Medals.

CAMPBELL, Cecil Edgar WWI

Cecil was born on May 28, 1895 on Whim Road, PEI. He enlisted on June15, 1917 with the 236th Over Seas Battalion (New Brunswick Kilties – SirSams Own) as part of the Canadian Expeditionary Force. He served inEngland and in France. He was wounded in action on September 29, 1918at Cambrai, France. He was discharged on May 17, 1919. Cecil passedaway in 1974.



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CAMPBELL, Gordon WWII

Gordon was born in Milo, PEI. He enlisted on July 28, 1941 and served withthe Royal Canadian Air Force until the end of the war. Gordon passed awayon September 28, 1975.

CAMPBELL, J. A. “Gus” WWII

Gus was born on July 25, 1918 on the Line Road in Souris, PEI. He enlisted

with the 2nd Medium Battery, R.C.A. on September 2, 1939. He wentoverseas on January 26, 1940, and landed in Greenrock, Scotland. Heserved in Great Britain, Sicily, France, Belgium and Holland. He came hometo PEI on June 16, 1945. Gus passed away on May 28, 1993.

CAMPBELL, R. Douglas WWI Killed in Action

Douglas was born in Alberton, PEI. He served as a Private in the Army, 105th

Battalion and 13th Battalion, Canadian Infantry from November 20, 1915 untilhe was killed in action at Vimy Ridge, France on August 15, 1917.

CAMPBELL, Roy Spurgeon WWII

Roy was born in 1915 in Brae, PEI. He enlisted with the Prince EdwardHighlanders in July of 1940. He served with the Cape Breton Highlanders inthe United Kingdom, Italy, France and Holland.

CAMPBELL, Simon Alexander WWI

Simon was born in Brooklyn, King’s County, PEI in 1890. He served in theCanadian Army Overseas Expeditionary Forces and the Canadian FieldArtillery from 1914-1919. He was awarded the Military Medal. Simon passedaway in 1967.



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CLOW, Roy WWII

Roy was born in 1916 in Murray Harbour, PEI. He served in the RoyalCanadian Naval Reserves from September 17, 1940 to August of 1946.

COUSINS, Roland Emerson WWII

Roland was born in Campbellton, PEI. He served the Merchant Navy as AbleBodied Seaman from September 10, 1940 to October 12, 1940.

CULLEN, William (Bill) Timothy WWII

Bill was born on June 7, 1907 in Hope River, PEI. He served in the CanadianArmy in Canada, Britain and Northwest Europe until he was taken as aPrisoner of War in August of 1944. Bill passed away on May 21, 1971.

DERASP, Joseph WWII

Joseph enlisted in the Army on January 31, 1945 and served with the InfantryCorps in Canada until his discharge on May 9, 1946.

DESROCHE (GAUDET), Mary Delores WWII

Mary was born in Alberton, PEI. She served the Army, R.C.A.S.C. fromFebruary 12, 1943 until being discharged as Private in September 1945.



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DOIRON, Francis Robert WWII

Francis was born in Duvar, PEI. He served as Cook in the Navy fromNovember 3, 1941 to December 10, 1942.

DONAHOE, John Joseph WWII

John was born in Roseneath, PEI. He enrolled with the PEI Highlanders inJuly of 1940 and served in France, Italy and Germany until his discharge inNovember of 1945. John passed away in 1952.

DOUCETTE, Joseph WWI

Joseph was born in Cardigan, PEI. He served as a Private in the CanadianExpeditionary Force during WWI.

DOUCETTE, Lawrence E. WWII

Lawrence was born in Portland, Maine. He joined the Royal Canadian AirForce in August 1941 and served in England and North Africa until hisdischarge as Corporal in September 1945.

DRAKE, Seldon Alexander WWII

Seldon was born on October 20, 1909 in Bristol, Lot 40. He enlisted onDecember 9, 1940 and served in Canada, United Kingdom, and ContinentalEurope. Seldon passed away on January 26, 2002, and is buried in West St.Peters Cemetery.



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DUNNING, Francis WWII

Francis was born on March 8, 1915 in Long River, PEI. He enlisted with thePrince Edward Island Highlanders on July 15, 1940 and served in Canada,North Atlantic arena, United Kingdom, and Central Mediterranean arena untilhis discharge on April 15, 1946. Francis passed away on February 16, 1966.

FOLEY, John Joseph WWII

John was born on February 19, 1912 in St. Theresa, PEI. He served with the

8th Battery, Royal Canadian Army from 1939-1945 in Heavy Artillery and AntiAircraft in Europe. John has been a member of The Royal Canadian Legionfor sixty years. He attends Remembrance Day activities and regularmeetings.

GALLANT, Alcide WWII

Alcide enlisted in the Canadian Army in May 1942. He served with the PerthRegiment in England and Italy. He was taken prisoner at the battle of Ariellion January 16, 1943 just before the battle of Ortona. He was held prisonerfor sixteen months in Germany.

GALLANT, Anthony H. WWII Killed in Action

Anthony was born on January 18, 1919. He joined the North Nova ScotiaHighlanders in 1941 and served in the United Kingdom until 1944. Anthonywas killed in action on June 7, 1944, the day after D-Day in Normandy,France. His grave is located in Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery.

GALLANT, Antoine Hermas WWI

Antoine was born in Cape Egmont, PEI on December 24, 1923. He enlistedin the West Nova Scotia Regiment in the fall of 1943. He was transferredoverseas, serving in England and Italy, until he was killed in action in Italy onAugust 31, 1944.



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GALLANT, Bélonie J. WWII

Bélonie enlisted in the Army on May 15, 1941 and served until 1946. He

served with the 6th Royal Canadian Hussars (5th Canadian ArmouredDivision) in Canada, the United Kingdom, Continental Europe and in theItalian campaign. Bélonie is deceased.

GALLANT, Cornelius WWI

Cornelius was born in Cardigan, PEI. He served in the 105th Regiment, 13th

Battery during WWI. Cornelius passed away on January 22, 1949, and isburied at All Saints Cemetery in Cardigan.

GALLANT, Fidèle Cyrus WWII

Fidèle enlisted in the PEI Highlanders on May 15, 1940. In April 1943, hewent to England and joined the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. He sawaction on D-Day.

GALLANT, Francis J. WWII Killed in Action

Francis was born in Charlottetown, PEI. He served on the HMCS Raccoon,which was torpedoed on September 7, 1942. His name was inscribed on theHalifax memorial erected to remember those who died at Sea.

GALLANT, Fred WWII

Fred enlisted in the Army on June 5, 1940 at the age of seventeen. He servedwith the PEI Highlanders and West Nova Scotia Regiment in Canada, Sicilyand Italy. Fred lost his right arm and most of his hearing in battle at Ortona,Italy.



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GALLANT, Thomas Oscar WWII

Thomas was born in Duvar, PEI. He served as Corporal in the Army withCarleton York Regiment in New Brunswick from May 13, 1943 to June 25,1945.

GARDHAM, Tom WWII

Tom was born on January 19, 1906 in England. He joined the Royal CanadianArmy Medical Corp on May 5, 1941. He served in England and Europe untilhe was discharged on October 16, 1945. He served in the reserve force forseveral years after the war and was promoted to Regimental Sergeant Majoron April 1, 1947. Tom passed away on March 20, 1966.

GAUDET, Clifford WWII

Clifford enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force on December 12, 1942. Heserved as R.C.A.F. Service Police in Saskatchewan, Alberta, New Brunswick,Labrador and Nova Scotia.

GAUDET, Edmond WWII

Edmond enlisted in the Army on November 25, 1939. He served with theThree Rivers Regiment, Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineersin Canada, the United Kingdom, the Central Mediterranean Area andContinental Europe.

GILLESPIE, Bruce WWII

Bruce was born on August 27, 1924 in Montreal. In August 1943, he joinedthe R.C.N.V.R. He served on the High Seas in the Atlantic until his dischargein December 1945.



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GILLIS, Hugh WWI & WWII

Hugh was born in 1893 in Martinvale, PEI. He served with the 26th Battalionin the United Kingdom, Belgium and France from 1916-1919. He also servedin Canada and the United Kingdom during WWII from 1940-1947. Hughpassed away in 1955.

GILLIS, Joseph A. WWI & WWII

Joseph was born on November 14, 1898 in Kensington, PEI. He served with

the 105th Regiment in WWI, and in the Canadian Army during WWII. Josephpassed away on April 30, 1980.

GORDON, Harold W. WWII

Harold was born in 1903 in Roseneath, PEI. He served in the Canadian Armyin WWII. Harold passed away on October 7, 1983.

GREEN (CAMPBELL), Rita Isabel WWII

Rita was born in Cardigan North, PEI. She served with the C.W.A.C. fromDecember 1942 to April 1945. Rita is deceased and is buried at All SaintsParish Cemetery in Cardigan.

HASTINGS, Frederick William WWII

Frederick was born in Alberton, PEI. He served the Army from September 11,1942 until being discharged with the rank of Corporal on March 15, 1946.



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HAYTER, Jim WWI

Jim was a Sergeant in the 78th Battalion during the World War One. Hepassed away on March 26, 1951 and is buried at Georgetown BatisCemetery.

HIGGINBOTHAM, Lorne E. WWII

Lorne was born in Cambridge, PEI on July 24, 1926. He served the R.C.A.

HORNE, Frederick Alvin WWI

Frederick was born in Elmsdale, PEI. He served as Private in the Army, YS

Battalion 6th District Depot, 12th Reinforcing Draft. He enlisted on July 30,1917 and was discharged on January 15, 1919.

HYNES, Rev. Thomas WWII

Thomas was born in 1903 in Cardigan, PEI. He was an Army Chaplin inEngland and Holland from 1943-1946. Rev. Hynes passed away in 1975, andhe is buried in Guelph, ON.

JOHNSTON, Aeneas Daniel WWII Killed in Action

Aeneas was born in Primrose, PEI. He joined the 48th Highlanders. Aeneaswas killed in action on December 8, 1943.



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JOHNSTON, J. Maurice WWII

Maurice was born in 1913 in Primrose, PEI. He joined the R.C.A.F. inSydney, NS. Maurice passed away in 1975, and is buried at All SaintsCemetery in Cardigan, PEI.

JONES, John Andrew WWI

John was born in Roseville, PEI. He served the Army as Private with “H” Coy,

1st Depot Battalion, NS Regiment from 1917 to 1918.

JONES, Joseph Edward “Eddie” WWII

Eddie was born in Roseville, PEI. He served the Army with 7th District Depotfrom April 15, 1942 until May 17, 1946 as Private.

KADEY, Carroll Lester WWII & Korean War

Carroll was born on April 6, 1926 in Chipman, NB. He enlisted with the Armyon November 30, 1944 and served with the R.C.A.P.C. and the Engineersuntil his discharge on June 12, 1967. Carroll passed away on May 16, 2003.

LANTEIGNE, Camille WWII

Camille was born in Seal River, PEI. He served in the R.C.N and had twoships torpedoed under him and was wounded once. Camille passed away onDecember 12, 1974 and is buried at All Saints Cemetery in Cardigan.



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LAYBOLT, David L. WWII Killed in Action

David was born in Souris, PEI. He enlisted as a cook in the R.C.A.F. in 1939.David was killed in action at Calvados, France in 1942. He is buried atBeny-Sur-Mer Cemetery.

LEFURGEY, Osborne Bayfield WWII Killed in Action

Osborne was born in Alberton, PEI. He served with the Royal Canadian AirForce as Flight Sgt. with #405 City of Vancouver Squadron. Osborne waskilled in action.

LING, Arthur Lewis WWI Killed in Action

Arthur was born on June 3, 1894 at Brackley Beach, PEI. He served the

Canadian Army from May 17, 1915 with 28th Overseas Batallion. Arthur waskilled in action at Vimy Ridge on September 15, 1916, and is buried in France.

LIVINGSTONE, Alex WWII

Alex was born in 1919 in Folk Stone, England. He served in the Army from1940 to 1945. Alex passed away in 1998 in Kingston, ON.

LIVINGSTONE, Stephen WWI & WWII

Stephen was born in 1891 in Cardigan, PEI. He was at the battle of VimyRidge in WWI and served in the Veterans Guard of Canada from 1940-1945.Stephen passed away on March 31, 1973.



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MACARTHUR, James Gordon WWI

James (Spelled McArthur on Attestation Paper and on Military Medal) was

born in Tyne Valley, PEI in 1887. He enlisted with the 105th Infantry BattalionPEI Highlanders from 1914-1918 and served overseas in France. He wasawarded the Military Medal for bravery at Vimy Ridge. James passed awayon May 8, 1986.

MACAULEY, Daniel Joseph WWII

Daniel was born in 1915 in Cardigan, PEI. He served in the Canadian Armyoverseas. Daniel passed away in March 1997 and is buried at All SaintsParish Cemetery in Cardigan.

MACAUSLAND, Vincent F. O. WWII Killed in Action

Vincent was born in Tyne Valley, PEI. He joined the R.C.A.F., and in 1943 he

was assigned to 617th Squadron (R.A.F.) known as the “DambustersSquadron.” He trained as a Bomb Aimer and took part in the mission knownas operation “Chastise” on the night of May 16/17, 1943. Vincent’s plane wasshot down by coastal batteries and crashed into the North Sea with nosurvivors.

MACCANNELL, Neil WWII

Neil was born in 1918 in Lorne Valley, PEI. He joined the Army in 1941 andserved overseas. Neil passed away in 1998 in Charlottetown, PEI.

MACCORMACK, D. Leonard WWII

Leonard was born in Souris, PEI. He was a veteran of the Second World War,serving from 1914-1918 at Vimy Ridge and Ypres. He also served as amember of the Veterans Guard of Canada from 1942-1944.



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MACCORMACK, Francis WWII

Francis was born in 1902. He served in the Navy aboard the HMCSAssiniboine during WWII. Francis passed away in 1965, and is buried at St.Georges Cemetery.

MACDONALD, Andrew WWI

Andrew was born in Cardigan, PEI. He served with the 260th Battery C.E.F.in Siberia during WWI. Andrew is deceased.

MACDONALD, Dr. Charles WWII

Charles was born in Cardigan, PEI. He joined the Medical Corps in 1940 asa doctor and was discharged in 1946 as Captain. He served at Camp HillHospital until 1973.

MACDONALD, David WWII

David was born in Cardigan, PEI. He served as a Petty Officer in the Navy.

MACDONALD, George WWII

George was born in Newport, PEI. He was a sapper in the 30th FieldCompany.



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MACDONALD, James Everett WWII

James was born in Alberton, PEI. He served the Army, R.C.C.S. fromSeptember 3, 1941 until being discharged as Signalman on September 28,1945.

MACDONALD, John A. WWII

John was born in Cardigan, PEI. He served with the North Nova ScotiaHighlanders and was wounded in 1945. He was discharged as Major and waslater Lieut. Col. in command of the PEI Regiment (Reserve).

MACDONALD, Leslie WWI

Leslie was born on November 5, 1896 in Lorne Valley, PEI. He enlisted in theArmy in 1917 and was discharged in 1919. Leslie passed away in April 1974.

MACDONALD, Lloyd WWII

Lloyd was born on December 24, 1924 in Brookfield, PEI. He joined theR.C.A.F. in May 1942. He served as a Wireless Operator in Ottawa, ON andYarmouth, NS, and various posts in England, until his return home in May1946. Lloyd passed away on February 11, 1999.

MACDONALD, Norbert WWII

Norbert was born in Cardigan, PEI. He served the R.C.A.F. from April 1942to May 1946, and then again from October 1946 to October 1948.



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MACDONALD, Robert Austin WWI

Robert was born on April 4, 1888 in Fortune Bay, PEI. He joined the Army asa Private and was wounded at Vimy Ridge. Robert passed away on June 3,1952 and is buried in Dundas Cemetery.

MACDONALD, William John WWII

William was born on October 20, 1908 in Little Pond, PEI. He joined the 2nd

Battery in 1939 and served overseas from 1940 to 1945. William passedaway on December 10, 1987.

MACEACHERN, Art WWII

Art was born in Cardoss, PEI. He served as a bombardier from 1941 to 1945.Art passed away in 2006.

MACEACHERN, Colin WWI

Colin was born on September 7, 1885 in Cardoss, PEI. He served in theBritish Navy aboard the HMS Berwick, Devonshire and Cornwall. Colinpassed away on July 21, 1941.

MACGILLIVARY, Emmett WWII

Emmett was born in Glenfanning, PEI. He served for 5 1/2 years with the PEIHighlanders and the West Nova Scotia Highlanders.



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MACGILLIVARY, Joe WWII

Joe was born in Glenfanning, PEI. He joined the North Nova ScotiaRegiment and served in Sicily and Italy for six years.

MACGILLIVARY, Roy WWII

Roy was born in Glenfanning, PEI. He served with the Nova ScotiaHighlanders for 5 ? years and was discharged with the rank of Major.

MACGILLIVARY, William WWII

William was born on December 1, 1919 in Glenfanning, PEI. He joined theRoyal Canadian Army Service Corps in Vancouver, BC. William passed awayon August 13, 2004.

MACINTYRE, Leonard WWII

Leonard was born in Cardigan, PEI. He joined the Royal Canadian Engineersin April 1942 and was discharged in January 1946.

MACINTYRE, Lloyd WWII

Lloyd was born in Cardigan, PEI. He was a Sergeant and cook in theR.C.A.F. during World War Two.



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MACINTYRE, Roddie WWII

Roddie was born in Souris, PEI. He served with the Royal Canadian Navyfrom 1939 to 1945.

MACKAY, Brad WWI

Brad served in the Canadian Army in the First World War. He is deceased.

MACKENZIE, Rodney WWII

Rodney was born in 1918. He served in the Royal Canadian Army in Artilleryfrom 1941 to 1946. Rodney is deceased.

MACKINNON, Reggie WWII Killed in Action

Reggie was born in Selkirk, PEI. He served with the R.C.A.F. and was shotdown while flying over Germany.

MACLELLAN, Francis WWII

Francis was born in 1912 in Launching, PEI. He served as a Gunner in theR.C.A., 2nd Anti Tank Regiment from 1939 to 1945. Francis is deceased andis buried at St. Georges Cemetery.



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MACLELLAN, Joseph WWI

Joseph was born in Indian River. He served with the 105th Regiment duringWorld War One. Joseph passed away in 1952 and is buried at the CatholicCemetery in Cardigan, PEI.

MACLENNAN, Angus W. WWI

Angus was born on April 21, 1893 in Port Hill, PEI. He joined the Army onJune 12, 1917 and served in France and Belgium. Angus passed away inAugust of 1979.

MACLEOD, Clinton Robert WWII

Clinton was born on June 21, 1924 in Enmore, PEI. He enlisted in theCanadian Army on August 15, 1942 and joined the West Nova ScotiaRegiment. He served in Italy, France, Germany and Holland until hisdischarge in July 1945.

MACLURE, Graham Gerald WWII

Gerald was born on April 19, 1921 in Murray Harbour, PEI. He enlisted withthe Royal Canadian Naval Regiment on May 17, 1943 as an Able Seaman.He served on HMCS Charlottetown on the High Seas and Overseas fromDecember 23, 1943 until October 9, 1945. Gerald passed away onNovember 15, 2001.

MACMILLAN, John A. WWI Killed in Action

John was born in Corraville, PEI. He served with the 105th Battalion CEF.John was killed in action on August 28, 1918 in France.



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MACNEIL, James B. WWI

James was born in August of 1898 in Lorne Valley, PEI. He served the PEILighthorse and the CEF. James passed away on March 30, 1982.

MACNEILL, James Howard WWI

James was born on June 22, 1896 in Lorne Valley, PEI. He enlisted in theCanadian Army on March 8, 1916 and was discharged on July 31, 1919.James served in Britain and France.

MACNEILL, William Emery WWI

William was born in 1893 in Cardigan, PEI. He served in the 105th BattalionCEF. He was given a medical discharge after being severely wounded andgassed. William passed away in 1967 in Montague.

MACPHAIL, Charles M. WWII

Charles was born in 1918 in Bonshaw, PEI. He enlisted with the RoyalCanadian Artillery in 1939 and served in England, North Africa, Italy, Franceand Holland until his discharge in 1946. Charles passed away in 1973.

MACPHAIL, Duncan Alfred WWII

Alfred was born in 1913 in Bonshaw, PEI. He enlisted with the PEIHighlanders in 1940 and was discharged in 1941 due to ill health. Alfredpassed away in 1978.



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MACPHAIL, John Henry WWII

John was born in 1905 in Bonshaw, PEI. He enlisted in the Royal CanadianAir Force in 1941 and served in Canada and overseas until his discharge in1946. John passed away in 1980.

MACPHAIL, Neil D. WWII

Neil was born in 1903 in Bonshaw, PEI. He served the U.S.A Air Forceduring the war. Neil passed away in 1963.

MACPHEE, John Daniel WWII

John was born in 1912 in St. Georges, PEI. He joined the 6th Heavy Artilleryand served in Scotland, France, Germany, Holland and Belgium.

MACQUARRIE, Willard WWI

Willard was born on October 30, 1894 in New Perth, PEI. He enlisted with

the 5th Siege Battery in 1916 and was discharged in 1919 after the war.Willard passed away on October 14, 1970, and is buried in Soldier’s Field,Saskatoon Woodlawn Cemetery.

MATTHEWS, Heath Korean War

Heath was born in Alberton, PEI. He served the Canadian Army with the 1st

Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment from 1951-1953 as a Private. Thephotograph, “The Face of War,” is of Heath Matthews. It was used in thebooklet on the Korean War published by Veterans Affairs. It was also used

on a poster for the War Museum to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of theKorean War.



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MCCLOSKEY, James T. WWI & WWII

James was born on August 3, 1895 in Emyvale, PEI. He served with theCanadian Army in WWI and with the Veterans Guard of Canada during WorldWar Two. James passed away on April 20, 1975.

MCGAUGHEY, Morgan WWII & Korean War

Morgan was born in November 1922 on Appin Road, PEI. He enlisted withthe Royal Canadian Air Force in 1942 and served in communications asWOG/A and Radar, he was released to Class “E” reserve in 1946. He was amember of the Ground Observer Corps until 1956. He rejoined the Air Forceunder the Mobilization Assignment Training Plan (MATP) in 1956 and wasdischarged in 1959.

MCGRATH, Charles WWII

Charles was born in Lorne Valley, PEI. He moved to the USA in 1941 andjoined the US Army, serving in the Pacific. Charles passed away in 1983.

MCGRATH, Elliott WWII

Elliott was born in Lorne Valley, PEI. He moved to the USA in 1941 and joinedthe US Army. He served the US Army from 1942 to 1945. Elliot passed awayin 2001 in South Dakota.

MCGRATH, George Edward WWII

George was born on April 20, 1925 in Cardigan Head, PEI. He served theCanadian Army from 1943 to 1945. George now lives in Bible Hill, NS.



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MCGRATH, John Douglas WWII

John was born on September 6, 1925 in Lorne Valley, PEI. He moved to theUSA in 1941 and joined the US Army. He served the US Army from 1943 to1946.

MCGRATH, Kenneth Korean War

Kenneth was born on January 14, 1932 in Lorne Valley, PEI. He moved to theUSA in 1941 and served with the US Army in Korea. Kenneth passed awayin 1986 in Wisconsin.

MCGRATH, Kimpton WWI

Kimpton was born in 1898 in Lorne Valley, PEI, where he lived with his

grandparents, John and Jane (MacSwain) Monroe. He joined the 105th

Battalion in C.E.F.

MCINNIS, Houlton WWII

Houlton was born on April 26, 1920 in Moncton, NB. He served the R.C.N. inCanada and on the High Seas. Houlton passed away on November 14, 2006.

MCKENNA, Michael Korean War

Michael was born in Orwell Cove, PEI on April 16, 1933. He enlisted in theRoyal Canadian Navy in April 1951. He served on the HMCS Haida (Frigate)in Korea. Michael passed away on February 22, 2004.



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MCLAREN, John WWII Killed in Action

John was born in Souris, PEI. He served as a member of the Cape BretonHighlanders during the Second World War. John was killed in action at theage of twenty-four. He is buried in Holten Cemetery, Holland.

MCLEAN, Roderick Sterling WWII

Roderick was born on January 11, 1907 at Lot 16 in PEI. He enlisted in theR.C.E.M.E. on September 5, 1939 and served in Canada, United Kingdom,Sicily and Northwest Europe until his discharge on April 9, 1947. He rejoinedon May 1, 1947 and was discharged on August 8, 1948. Roderick passedaway on December 4, 1982.

MORRISON, Edgar H. “Eddy” WWII

Eddy was born on November 9, 1918 in Conway, PEI. He enlisted with theR.C.N.R. in 1938. During World War Two, he joined the R.C.N. and servedmostly on convoy duty in the North Atlantic. He also served in the Pacific the-atre. Eddy passed away on October 7, 1979 in Conway.

MORRISON, Edward R. “Ned” WWI Killed in Action

Ned was born at Ellerslie, PEI on October 20, 1895. He joined the Army andserved overseas. He was wounded on August 18, 1917. On September 2,1918, Ned was killed in action during the battle of Amiens. He is buried inDominion Cemetery in France.

MORRISON, George V. WWII

George was born on November 25, 1916 in Conway, P.E.I. He enlisted in theR.C.N.R. on February 7, 1938, and during World War Two, he joined theR.C.N. Most of his war service was in the Atlantic theatre between St. John’s,Halifax, and Londonderry, Northern Ireland. He was discharged in 1945 andresided at Conway until his death on June 20, 1977.



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MORRISON, Harry E. WWI Killed in Action

Harry was born on October 31, 1899 in Ellerslie, PEI. He enlisted inCharlottetown, PEI on October 29, 1915 in the 82nd Regiment and then wastransferred to the 105th Battalion, Prince Edward Island Highlanders. He thentransferred to the 14th Battalion, Royal Montreal Regiment, on December 5,1916, reaching France on December 7, 1916. Harry was killed in action onMarch 3, 1917, near Bully Grenay, France. He is buried at Maroc BritishCemetery in France.

MORRISON, J. Clinton, Sr. “Clint” WWII

Clint was born on July 18, 1914 in Conway, PEI. He enlisted with the RoyalCanadian Air Force on August 23, 1940 and served on the High Seas until hewas discharged on October 10, 1945. Clint passed away on July 26, 1990 inConway.

MURL, Leamon WWII

Leamon was born on June 23, 1902 in Freetown, PEI. He served with theNorth Nova Scotia Highlanders in England and Holland. Leamon served atotal of 36 years with the Canadian Army.

NICHOLSON, Alex WWII

Alex served overseas with the Canadian Engineers.

NICHOLSON, Alexander Pope WWI Killed in Action

Pope was born on September 30, 1894 in Montague, PEI. On May 11, 1915,he enlisted with the 56th Battalion in Calgary, Alberta. He was killed in action

on September 27, 1916 while serving with the 31st Battalion. Pope is buriedin Plot III, Row C, Grave 4, in Regina Trench Cemetery in Grandcourt, France.



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NICHOLSON, John Samuel WWI Killed in Action

Sam was born on November 9, 1898 in Montague, PEI. He enlisted with the

105th Battalion in Charlottetown, PEI on December 4, 1915. He was killed in

action on August 28, 1918 while serving with the 26th Battalion. Sam isburied in Row B, Grave 10 in Sun Quarry Cemetery in Cherisy, France.

PINEAU, Camille Joseph WWII

Camille was born in Duvar, PEI. He served the Army as Private with theInfantry from January 6, 1943 until 1945.

PINEAU, Paul WWI

Paul was born in Bloomfield, PEI. He served with the 105th Battalion and

78th Battalion Canadian Infantry Manitoba Regiment as Private from April 4,1916 to September 2, 1918.

POIRER, Joseph Ulric WWII

Joseph enlisted in the Army on July 16, 1942. After his basic training inCharlottetown, he was engaged in clerical duties with Search Light troops,attached to Air Force bases in Canada. He served in Canada and overseaswith the rank of Bdr. in Artillery, training on 30 and 60 lbs. guns. In Europe,he was attached to Army Headquarters, serving in England, Belgium andHolland.

QUINN, Richard H. WWI

Richard was born on November 1, 1895 in Cardross, PEI. He served in theCEF overseas during World War One. Richard passed away on April 21,1965.



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RYAN, Clarence WWII

Clarence was born in 1921 in Cardigan, PEI. He was a shipwright in theCanadian Navy from 1941 to 1945. Clarence passed away in 1967 in Boston.

SANDERSON, Kimble WWII Killed in Action

Kimble was born on November 15, 1923 in Midgell, PEI. He enlisted with theR.C.A.F. on November 17, 1941 and served in England with the Air BomberCrew. Kimble was killed in action on September 3, 1943.

SHARKEY, James WWII

James was born in 1912 in Corraville, PEI. He served in the Canadian Army,Provost Corps. James passed away in 1986 in Winnipeg, MB.

SHARKEY, John WWII

John was born in August of 1911 in Corraville, PEI. He served with the WestNova Scotia Highlanders in Sicily and Italy. He was a Prisoner of War for ayear.

STEELE, Hugh WWI Killed in Action

Hugh was born in Newport, PEI. He was L/Corporal in Manitoba with the Reg.

Infantry 43rd Battalion. Hugh was killed in action on May 20, 1916 and isburied at Hooge Crater Cemetery in Belgium.



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STEWART, Arthur Currie “Ted” WWII & Korean War

Ted was born on October 7, 1918 in Glen William, Kings County, PEI. Hejoined the Army in 1940 with the PEI Lighthorse Division, and transferred tothe R.C.N. when the war broke out. He served on the High Seas and inCanada. He later joined the Air Force from 1950-1959. Arthur passed awayon February 12, 2006.

STEWART, Frederick B. WWII Killed in Action

Frederick was born on December 13, 1922 in Beach Point, PEI. He servedwith the West Nova Scotia Regiment. Frederick was killed in action onOctober 22, 1943 and is buried in Agira Cemetery in Sicily, Italy.

STEWART, George Daniel WWII

George was born on February 9, 1911 in Kilmur, PEI. He served with the 6th

Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Army in Europe from 1941-1945. Georgepassed away on August 25, 1961.

STEWART, Harry Linden WWII & Korean War

Harry was born on March 21, 1915 in Kilmur, PEI. He served from 1940-1951with the Special Forces, PEI Highlanders, Royal Canadian Artillery, and theCanadian Armoured Brigade. Harry passed away on February 26, 1973.

STEWART, Samuel WWII

Samuel was born on February 11, 1910 in Glen William, Kings County, PEI.He joined the Royal Canadian Medical Corps and served in Scotland, Franceand Germany from 1940-1945. Samuel passed away on July 30, 1980.



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STEWART, Warren B. WWII

Warren was born on November 8, 1919 in Beach Point, PEI. He served withthe R.C.N.R. during World War Two. Warren passed away in April of 1962 inOntario.

STEWART, Wilson G. WWII & Korean War

Wilson was born on March 18, 1918 in Beach Point, PEI. He served with theR.C.N.R. during the Second World War, and the R.C.E. during the KoreanWar. Wilson passed away on January 14, 1990.

STUART, John Hector WWI & WWII

John was born on December 9, 1895 in Belle River, PEI. During World War

One, he served overseas with the 105th Battalion Army and he served as aShipwright in the Navy during World War Two. John passed away on January13, 1971.

STUART, Robert Alexander WWII

Robert was born in December of 1925 in Wood Islands, PEI. He served theRoyal Canadian Navy during the War. Robert passed away in 1994.

WILLIAMS, John R. WWII

John was born on December 25, 1917 in Charlottetown, PEI. He joined thePEI Highlanders and then the Cape Breton Highlanders and served in Italyand Northern Europe. John passed away on January 21, 1949 in theProvincial Sanitorium from Tuberculosis.



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WILLIAMS, Samuel F. WWII

Samuel was born on February 11, 1922 in Charlottetown, PEI. He joined theArmy in 1941 and served overseas in Holland, Belgium, Italy, France,Germany and North Africa. Samuel currently resides in the Atlantic BaptistNursing Home in Charlottetown.

WOOD, Milton WWII

Milton was born on June 23, 1915 in Vernon River, PEI. He enlisted with theR.C.A.F. on November 17, 1941 and served in Trenton, Ontario. He openedthe Bombing and Gunnery School in Mount Pleasant, PEI.



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EVERYDAY IS REMEMBRANCE DAY

‘Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone,In a one bedroom house of plaster and stone.

I had come down the chimney with presents to give,And to see just who in this home did live.I looked all about, a strange sight to see,No tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.

No stocking by mantle, just boots filled with sand,On the wall hung pictures of far distant lands.With Medals and Badges, awards of all kinds,

A sober thought came through my mind.For this house was different, it was dark and dreary,

I found the home of a soldier, once I could see clearly.

The soldier lay sleeping, silent, alone,Curled up on the floor in this one bedroom home.

The face was so gentle, the room in disorder,Not how I pictured a Canadian Soldier.

Who was this hero of whom I’d just read,Curled up on a poncho, the floor for a bed?

I realized the families that I saw this night,Owed their lives to these soldiers who were willing to fight.

Soon ‘round the world, the children would play,And grownups would celebrate a bright Christmas Day.

They all enjoyed freedom each month of the year,Because of the soldiers, like the one lying here.

I couldn’t help wonder how many lay alone,One a cold Christmas Eve, in a land far from home.

The very thought brought a tear to my eye,I dropped to my knees and started to cry.

The soldier awakened and I heard a rough voice,“Santa, don’t cry, this life is my choice”.

I fight for my freedom, I don’t ask for more,My life is my God, my Country, My Corps.

The soldier rolled over and drifted to sleepI couldn’t control it, I continued to weep.I kept watch for hours, so silent and still,

And we both shivered from the cold night’s chill.

I didn’t want to leave on that cold, dark night,This Guardian of Honour, so willing to fight.

Then the solider rolled over, with a voice soft and pure,Whispered, “Carry on Santa, It’s Christmas Day, All is Secure”.

One look at my watch, and I knew he was right,“Merry Christmas my friend, and to all a Good Night”.

Written by a Peacekeeping Soldier stationed overseas.

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