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Person Record
Metadata
Name |
Johnston, Alex |
Other Names |
Alexander Murray Johnson |
Born |
April 7, 1887 |
Birthplace |
Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation |
Deceased |
June 7, 1971 |
Deceased |
Wiarton, Ontario |
Occupation |
Alex served in the First World War, starting with the 160th Battalion, having enlisted in December 1915. He served on the front lines with the 18th Battalion. He was wounded in the left leg in August 1918 in France, and continued his service until demobilization in January 1919. In the Second World War, he served in the military again, with the Veterans Guard of Canada, enlisgin in August 1940 and serving through to Septemer 1945. |
Sources |
"Chippewas of Nawash – Salute to their Veterans", The Sun Times, 10 November 2012 James, F. Treve and Thomas Johnston, eds. "Bruce in Khaki containing a History of the 160th Overseas Bruce Battalion and Complete Nominal Roll of all Men who were at any Time on the Strength of the Battalion." Chesley: James and Johnston, 1934. Johnston, Alexander Murray (802488) First World War personnel file, Library and Archives Canada, https://www.bac-lac.gc.ca/, Accessed December 2023. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #208 Wiarton, A2011.021 archival records. |
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