“THEY CHOSE TO SERVE”

RESEARCHERS:

August 28, 1987

Mary Burge Aileen Dwan Vera Gallant Teresa Wilson

August 4, 1989

Mary Burge Karen MacInnis Joanne MacKinnon Wanda MacKinnon

PREFACE

The St. Peter’s Bay Memorial Historical Society was formed in 1986 by a group of citizens who wished to record the contribution of their family members and friends in the services.

In February, 1987, the Society received funding from Employment Canada for a Job Development Program. This enabled the Society to hire four researchers to begin compiling data. During 1988, Employment Canada was again approached by the Society and with the assistance of MP Pat Binns, funding was approved to begin a second project in February, 1989.

Local people and those who had moved to other parts of Canada, the United States and England were surveyed. The response was excellent.

We discovered that 117 local men and women served their country in the First World War, 183 served in the Second World War and 7 served in the Korean War; a total of 307.

Though many young men and women from the St. Peter’s area gallantly offered their services in the defence of their country in the two World Wars, and a large percentage per capita of whom gave their lives, there is not, as yet, a war memorial in their honour.

The funds from the sale of this book will be used to erect a suitable memorial monument to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

This book is dedicated to the memory of those who served. We apologize for any incomplete or inaccurate information. The Society will not be responsible for any material errors of data taken personally or taken from newspapers, friends, family and other veterans.

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CONTENTS

WORLD WAR I

Introduction ………………………………………………………………………….. Fatalities …………………………………………………………………………….. Veteran’s Profile ……………………………………………………………………..

WORLD WAR II

Introduction …………………………………………………………………………. Fatalities …………………………………………………………………………….. Veteran’s Profile ……………………………………………………………………… Home Defence …………………………………………………………………………

KOREAN WAR

Introduction …………………………………………………………………………… Veteran’s Profile ……………………………………………………………………….

World War I 1914 - 1918

INTRODUCTION

In the summer of 1914, the world’s super powers were aligning themselves against each other in two alliances. The assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand, on June 28, 1914, resulted in Austria declaring war on Serbia. The other countries began taking sides and on August 4, 1914, Germany invaded Belgium - a neutral country. Consequently, Britain declared war on Germany.

Owing to the Mother Country bond Canada declared war shortly after Britain. With enthusiasm and excitement, many Canadians thought that going to war would be great for business and that the boys would be home by Christmas. They did not know that four years of death and destruction lay ahead of them.

Canada was not well prepared for battle, with only 3,110 men in the regular army and an inexperienced navy. Recruits were sought from Halifax to Vancouver. Within a very short time, recruits belonging to the Canadian Expeditionary Force were on their way to England. With very little training, they found themselves on the battlefields.

The first Canadian troops to reach France in December, 1914, were the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, better known as the “Princess Pats”.

Many of the battles were fought in the trenches, resulting in a large number of causalities to both sides. They were battles of endurance and usually it was difficult to determine who was the victor and who was the loser.

To break the stalemate, Germany introduced a new weapon - poison gas, at Ypres in 1915, hoping this would give them the edge. It worked for a short time, but when the Germans reached the Canadian lines, they were held off until Allied reinforcements arrived. The Canadians had established a reputation as a formidable fighting force.

In the spring of 1915, the 2 nd Canadian Division sailed for England and after brief training, joined the others in France. The soldiers were forced to fight not only the enemy, but also trench foot, colds, influenza and lice.

In 1916, the Allied troops suffered some serious setbacks that claimed thousands of Canadian lives. In battles fought at Ypres, the Somme, Vimy, Passchendaele and Cambrai, the Canadians reinforced their reputation.

The victory of Vimy Ridge is celebrated as our Nation’s coming of age. For the first time, Canadians attacked together and triumphed together.

August 4 th to November 11 th , 1918 has come to be known as “Canada’s Hundred Days”, for in this period the Canadian Corps became the centre of the successful march to Mons. When the Allied advance began, the Canadian Corps was assigned the task of spearheading a breakthrough at Amiens. The Germans regarded any movement by the Canadians as a threat, so all movement had to be carried out at night, in secrecy. The Canadian troops were instrumental in the breakthrough at Amiens, and in cracking the Hindenburg line - Germany’s main line of defence. The penetration of the German defences had finally been achieved. The Canadians led the successful advance and reached Mons, bringing an end to the war!

The Armistice of November 11 th , 1918, brought relief to the whole world. For a small nation, Canada’s war effort was remarkable, but tremendously costly. Nearly one out of every ten Canadians who fought, did not return. This war record won for Canada its separate signature on the peace treaty, signifying that national status had been achieved.

Nationhood was purchased for Canada by these gallant men. A total of 619,636 men and women served in the Canadian Forces in the First World War and, of these, 66,655 gave their lives. Another 172,950 were wounded. Fatalities from P.E.I. and Nova Scotia alone totalled 3,495. In our community of St. Peter’s Bay, 117 men served and 18 men gave their lives. Of those 117, only two are still living - Colin MacDonald and Norman MacDonald. At home, young men from all over the Island enlisted. There were many Maritime contingents already established - the 26 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, the 6 th Canadian Mounted Rifles and the Royal Canadian Regiment.

Government House in Charlottetown became a place to care for the wounded in 1917, and for years after the war, the house was used as a military hospital, staffed by military nurses. There were also training schools for the Royal Air Force in Charlottetown, Summerside and Mt. Pleasant.

During the war, the people at home did what they could to support the war effort. Groups organized efforts such as the Field Service fund, the Patriotic fund and the Red Cross fund to raise money. They held socials to pack boxes of home-knit socks, home cooking and tobacco. They also wrote many letters with news from home. Some of the mothers showed their support in another way - by hanging from their windows a small red and white flag which had on it one Maple leaf for each child serving in the war.

Islanders also looked after their boys who were imprisoned. Some of the boys were adopted by various organizations. This adoption meant that the organization would undertake to send four dollars a month to the Prisoners of War Department in London. For this sum, the society promised to forward each week a box of food and comforts including: bread, butter, cake, candy, soap and etc.

Many memorials in Europe and Canada were erected to honour those who served abroad for the freedom of their country. There are two war memorials located in Queen’s Square in Charlottetown and many more in various places on the Island.

FATALITIES

COBB, PTE, FREDERICK ARTHUR 712583 13 th Bn. Canadian Inf. (Quebec Regt.) Arthur died June 2, 1917 at the age of 26. He was the son of Alexander and Jane Cobb, of Milburn, P.E.I.. Arthur is buried in Plot VIII, Row C, Grave 2, Villers Station Cemetery, France.

CURRIE, PTE, GEORGE B. George was killed in action in France on March 19 th , 1918 at the age of 46. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Currie.

FOWLEY, PTE. EDWARD 428210 7 th Bn. (British Columbia Regt.) Edward died on October 11, 1916 at the age of 38. He was the son of Michael Foley, and his wife Mary Wilson. Edward’s name is inscribed on the Vimy Memorial in France.

JAMES, ALFRED Alfred died January 30, 1915. His remains are interred in the Marie Cemetery. He was the son of Albert and Maria (Rapson) James. Alfred’s name is inscribed on a Memorial in Halifax.

LEWIS, PTE. EMMANUEL JOSEPH 47889 Royal Canadian Regt. Emmanuel was killed in action on September 28, 1918. He was the son of Robert and Margaret (MacAulay) Lewis. Emmanuel’s name is inscribed on the Vimy Memorial in France.

LEWIS, PTE. SYLVESTER MILITUS 791010 29 th Bn. (British Columbia Regt.) Sylvester was killed in action on November 6, 1917 at the age of 34. He was the son of Thomas Lewis and the late Catherine (MacInnis) Lewis. Sylvester’s name is inscribed on a Memorial at Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial Canada.

MACAULAY, PTE, G. H. 470523 24 th Bn. Canadian Inf. (Quebec Regt.) George was killed in action on April 9, 1917. He was the son of Emmanuel and Annie (MacInnis) MacAulay. George’s remains were interred at the Thelus Military Cemetery, Plot II, Row E, Grave 12.

MCBETH, PTE. DANIEL 712306 78 th Bn. Canadian Inf. (Manitoba Regt.) Daniel died of wounds on September 3, 1918 at the age of 21. He was the son of Colin and Christina McBeth of Forest Hill. Daniel is buried in Aubigny Communal Cemetery, Plot IV, Row E, Grave 60.

MCBETH, PTE. MALCOLM 442154 7 th Bn. (British Columbia Regt.) Malcolm died of phthisis on May 17, 1917 at the age of 33. He was the son of John and Margaret Ann McBeth. Malcolm is buried in Revelstoke Cemetery.

MACEWEN, PTE. L. J. 2193336 P.P. C.L.I. (Eastern Ontario Regt.) He was killed in action on November 15, 1917. He was the son of James Manual and Henrietta MacEwen. His remains are interred in the Type Cot Cemetery, Passchendaele, Belgium, Plot LVI, Row A, Grave 2.

MACINNIS, GNR. V. M. M. 1 st Bde. Canadian Field Artillery. He was killed in action on September 29, 1918 at the age of 32. He was the son of Murdock and Matilda MacInnis. His remains were interred in the Haynecourt British Cemetery, France, Plot I, Row A, Grave 1. MACISAAC, PTE. JOSEPH AMIAS 183456 31 st Bn. Canadian Inf. (Alberta Regt.) Joseph was killed in action on April 11, 1917 at the age of 24. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony MacIssac. His remains were interred in the Bruay Cemetery, France, Row E, Grave 20.

MACKINNON, PTE. JAMES FABYEAN 1031250 42 nd Bn. Canadian Inf. (Quebec Regt.) James was killed in action on September 29, 1918 at the age of 28. He was the son of Angus and Margaret MacKinnon. His remains are interred in France at Cantimpre Canadian Cemetery, Row E, Grave 26.

MACLAREN, JOHN W. 231634th Bn. Canadian Inf. John was killed in action on August 16, 1914 at the age of 26. He was the son of Nathaniel and Florence (Stewart) MacLaren. John’s remains are interred in the Pointers Cemetery, France.

MATHESON, PTE. ALEXANDER 2138493 “D” Coy. 29 th (British Columbia Regt.) Alexander was killed in action on October 10, 1918 at the age of 29. He was the son of Neil and Flora (MacDonald) Matheson. His name is inscribed in the Vimy Memorial in France. Plot V.

MATHESON, PTE. JOHN A. 712780 105 th Bn. John was killed in action on August 29, 1918. He was the son of Donald A. Matheson. John’s remains are interred in the Sun Querry Cemetery, France.

NAME: ANDERSON, CHESTER R.

PARENTS: Howard & Lillian (Leslie) Anderson

BIRTH: May 14, 1898

DEATH: January 14, 1963

DATE ENLISTED: 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Private

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Chester was born in Cable Head on a farm adjoining Irving MacKenzie’s property. He served in the 5 th Seige Battery, Canadian Expeditionary Force, PEI.

After Chester’s return from service he married and moved to Florida. He lived there until his death in 1963 and is buried there.

NAME: ANDERSON, EARL L.

PARENTS: Howard & Lillian (Leslie) Anderson

BIRTH: 1895

DEATH: May, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: August, 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: December, 1919

RANK: Sergeant

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Earl was born in Cable Head West on a farm adjoining Irving MacKenzie’s property. He joined the 82 nd Regiment, 26 th New Brunswick Infantry and was among one of the first Islanders to enlist when war was declared. Earl was injured in one of the severest battles of the war. After his discharge in 1919, Earl married and settled in Belcarres, Saskatchewan. Earl died in 1965 and is buried in Belcarres.

NAME: BARRY, BERNARD

PARENTS: John & Margaret (MacIntosh) Barry

BIRTH: 1896

DEATH: July 13, 1973

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REG. NO.: 712582

Bernard was born in St. Peter’s Harbour. After the death of his parents, Bernard was brought to Pat McCarthy’s to live. He was later moved to Goose River to live with Frank Cumming’s family. Bernard joined the 105 th Regiment. While serving in France, he was wounded.

After Bernard’s discharge, he returned to Goose River for a short time. He then moved to Charlottetown, when he became an employee of the CNR Hotel. He lived in Charlottetown until his death in 1973. Bernard is buried in the People’s Roman Catholic Cemetery in Charlottetown, PEI.

NAME: BARRY, PATRICK JOSEPH

PARENTS: John & Margaret (MacIntosh) Barry

BIRTH: June 10, 1897

DEATH: September 4, 1939

DATE ENLISTED: January 12, 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: May 22, 1919

RANK: Private

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Patrick was born in St. Peter’s Harbour. After the death of his parents, Patrick was sent to live with Clem and Maggie Sutherland in Cable Head. Patrick joined the 105 th Regiment Battalion “B” Company in 1916 and was sent overseas. After the war, he returned to Cable Head for a short time. Upon his discharge, Patrick left for Ontario. He died in 1939 and is buried in Ontario.

NAME: COBB, FREDERICK A.

PARENTS: Alex & Jane (MacNeil) Cobb

BIRTH: December 15, 1890

DEATH: June 2, 1917

DATE ENLISTED: 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in Action.

RANK: Private

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Fred was born in 1890 and lived in Milburn. He enlisted in the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force and transferred to the 13 th Battalion, late in 1915. Fred was killed in action in Vimy, France, on June 2, 1917, at the age of 26. He is buried in Villers Station Cemetery, France in Plot VIII, Row C, Grave 2. A monument is erected in his memory in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: CURRAN, ROBERT JAMES

PARENTS: James & Annie (Walsh) Curran

BIRTH: December 22, 1892

DEATH: May, 1987

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Robert was born in Farmington. He moved to the United States as a boy and later enlisted in the American Services. After his return to civilian life, he made his home in San Diego, California. Robert died in 1987 and was buried in San Diego NAME: DAVISON, RUSSEL HENRY

PARENTS: Luther & Melinda (MacEwen) Davison

BIRTH: 1891

DEATH: 1981

DATE ENLISTED: 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Sergeant

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Russel was born at St. Peter’s Harbour. After his father’s death, his mother moved the family to a homestead in St. Peter’s Bay, which is now owned by Mike Toy.

Russel enlisted in the No. 8 Seige Battery, Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1916. He went overseas from Halifax to Plymouth, England, was stationed at Witley Camp, Surrey and also at Aldershot. Russel was a member of the 282 nd Seige Battalion which was never breached. His battalion advanced to confrontations at Vimy, Amiens and Arras, France.

Russel returned to civilian life and settled in Truro, Nova Scotia. He died in 1981 and is buried in Truro.

NAME: DINGWELL, CLIFTON SEYMOUR

PARENTS: James E. & Nellie (Rogerson) Dingwell

BIRTH: September 16, 1897

DEATH: July 23, 1959

DATE ENLISTED: February 20, 1918

DATE DISCHARGED: May 28, 1919

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 3204006

Clifton was born in Midgell on the Dingwell homestead. He joined the 87 th Battalion, 4 th Division, Canadian Grenadier Guards, from Montreal and was sent overseas with the 11 th Canadian Infantry Brigade. Clifton took part in the Battle of Cambrai on September 30, 1918 and was severely wounded. He spent a year convalescing in hospital in England. Clifton was then sent home and spent another year in the Rena MacLean Hospital for veterans in Charlottetown. He received the Victory Medal and the British War Medal.

Clifton owned and operated a retail store, for a number of years, in St. Peter’s Bay. He later made his home in New Glasgow, P.E.I.. Clifton married Elsie Huntley. He died in 1957 and is buried in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.

NAME: DOWN, AGUSTUS WARREN

PARENTS: Wallace & Mary Jane (Pollard) Down

BIRTH: December 21, 1890

DEATH: June 20, 1972

DATE ENLISTED: July 3, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: June 22, 1918

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 100386

Gus was born in St. Peter’s Bay on his parent’s homestead at the converge of the Forest Hill Road, Sparrow Road, and the Mill Road. He left St. Peter’s for employment in Edmonton.

Before enlisting in the 6 th Battalion Canadian Garrison Regiment, Canadian Expeditionary Force, Gus served in the 101 st Edmonton Fusiliers. In 1916, while serving overseas, he was wounded twice. The first injury was to his right hand in June, 1916 and the second injury was a shrapnel wound to the right leg in September, 1916. Among the campaign medals Gus received were the British War Medal and the Victory Medal.

After his release from the army, Gus returned to P.E.I. and made his home in Charlottetown. He married Gladys Isabelle Ross in June, 1920. He was employed by the post office from 1918 to 1953. Gus died in 1972 and is buried in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Valley, P.E.I..

NAME: DWAN, CLIFFORD J.

PARENTS: Patrick & Mary Ellen (Lawless) Dwan

BIRTH: June 5, 1896

DEATH: February 23, 1988

DATE ENLISTED: 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: May, 1918

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 712645

Clifford was born on the Fortune Road. The newspaper clipping below gives a short account of his army career. Another excerpt also taken from the Guardian (May 25, 1918) notes that: “The friends of C. Dwan are glad to see the gallant young hero in their midst again. He has surely done his share to keep the old flag flying”. Clifford was sent overseas to England and France.

After the war ended, Clifford returned to the Fortune Road and later moved to Ontario. He died at the Parkwood Hospital for Veterans in London, Ontario.

NAME: FOLEY, EDWARD A.

PARENTS: Mr. & Mrs. Michael Foley

BIRTH: July 22, 1878

DEATH: October 11, 1916

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DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 428210

Edward was born in Cardigan. He came to live with his aunt, Mrs. Donald MacKinnon, on the property across the road from the junction of Church Road and the Cardigan Road. He enlisted in the army from St. Peter’s Bay. He was sent overseas.

On October 11, 1916, his aunt received the above telegram that Edward had been killed.

NAME: FRASER, CPL. FRED J.

PARENTS: Dr. James W. & Lollo M. (Newbury) Fraser

BIRTH: January 30, 1890

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DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1918

RANK: Lance/ Corporal

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Fred’s parents came from Nova Scotia to St. Peter’s Bay to practice medicine. Fred was born in St. Peter’s Bay and his parent’s home was on the property now owned by Brian Allan. About 1909, Fred left P.E.I. and found employment in a bank in Winnipeg.

Fred enlisted in the army in 1914 and was immediately sent overseas. His whereabouts after the war are unknown. The following clippings have been found in the Guardian.

CORP. FRASER TELLS OF HIS LIFE IN GERMANY

Among the Island soldiers returned this week, was Lance Corporal Fred Fraser, of St. Peter’s Bay. A son of the late Dr. Fraser and a nephew of Mrs. (Dr.) Conroy of this city. He had the memorable and unenviable experience of being 44 months a prisoner of the Germans.

Corp. Fraser went overseas with the First Canadian Contingent, 8 th Battalion, having enlisted in Winnipeg. He reached France in February, 1915. During the second battle of Ypres, he was gassed, this being the first time gas was used by the Germans. It will be remembered that the Algerian native troops of the French army were on the left of the Canadians and when they received the gas first, they retired, leaving the Canadians flank in the air.

This enabled the Germans to break through, come up behind the Canadians, surround them and although our troops fought with great bravery, the casualties were very severe. After they had finished with the Algerians they gassed the Canadians’ line, and as a result of this the Winnipeg Rifles, to which Corporal Fraser belonged, was almost completely wiped out.

The survivors who were gassed reached the hospital, and in the course of the operations, this hospital was captured by the Germans, who bayoneted all the men who could not stand and took the others prisoners, including Corporal Fraser.

From the field of Ypres they were taken to Munster in Westphalis. There were 110 Canadians in all. At Munster they were systematically starved for about three weeks, and a number of the sick died under the barbarous treatment. This was about the end of April 15, 1915.

In May, 1916, the Germans took up 2000 British prisoners, in companies of about 500 men each, to Russia. Three of the companies were kept back on the line to do railway work and the other company was sent to the front to bring barbed wire, supplies, etc.

Corporal Fraser, who was able to speak the German language, acted as interpreter for Number One Company and in this way he fared somewhat better than the others. Thirty-seven out of the 500 men of his company died of starvation. The rest exposed to the severities of the Russian winter, with incomplete protection, suffered terribly. Almost all had their limbs frost bitten. When set free, they were a mutilated, broken bank of men, physical wrecks for the rest of their lives.

These 2000 men had been sent to their doom in Russia, by the Germans on the excuse that they were making reprisals for alleged offences committed by the French against German prisoners.

Corporal Fraser was in Russia about 18 months, around Windau, Libau, and Milan and watched the progress of the campaign in its various phases. He was there when the Russian army went to pieces, as a result of Hun propaganda, and saw the troops on both sides fraternizing.

After leaving Russia, he was sent to the prison camp in Chemnitz, in Saxony, where he spent a year.

Here the prisoners received somewhat better treatment than in Russia, but many of the men were killed in the mines.

The Canadians, of course, received their parcels from the Canadian Red Cross, which were always sent regularly from London, but these were held by the Germans for three or four months at a time, and the condition in which the food was when it arrived may well be imagined.

Corporal Fraser witnessed many brutal acts done by the Germans in dealing with prisoners in Russia. For example, some who had been sent to build a railroad refused, thinking that they were being put to work on fortifications. These men were stripped, placed on blocks, tied round with ropes, their wrists tied to the branches of trees, and the blocks on which they stood, kicked away. They were left suspended in this way until they fainted from exhaustion. He saw men being cruelly beaten with the butts of rifles, and maltreated in a horrible manner.

Some of the stories he could tell, if he wished, would be unprintable.

When the armistice was signed, Corporal Fraser was at Chemnitz. He continued to act as interpreter and recorded the names and deeds of the officers and non-commissioned officers who had been guilty of brutalities against the British and Canadian prisoners. He remained at Chemnitz five weeks after the armistice.

He reached Scotland on Christmas Day, 1918, and left England on February 20, reaching the Island on March 3. (Guardian, 1919)

NAME: GARRETT, CHESTER

PARENTS: Darius & Jane (MacKenzie) Garrett

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Chester was born in Cable Head on the property now owned by Catherine Sanderson. As a young boy, he moved with his parents to Charlottetown.

Chester joined the No.8 Seige Battery, Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas.

After his discharge, Chester returned to P.E.I. and later moved to the United Sates. He lived in Summerville, Massachusetts where he died and is buried.

NAME: GARRETT, ELMORE

PARENTS: Caleb & Katherine (MacKinnon) Garrett

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DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1918

RANK: Private

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Elmore was born in Cable Head West on the property formerly owned by Lou Sanderson. When the war broke out, he enlisted in the 105 th Battalion. Elmore served overseas until the end of the war.

After his discharge Elmore spent several years in Saskatchewan, and then moved to the United States, where he passed away while a young man. His remains are interred in Boston. Elmore used to say, “I did what the devil never did, that was to move out of Cable Head.” NAME: GARRETT, ERNEST

PARENTS: Darius & Jane (MacKenzie) Garrett

BIRTH: 1887

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Ernest Garrett was born in Cable Head West, on the property now owned by Catherine Sanderson. As a young man, he moved with his family to Charlottetown. After serving in the war, Ernest moved to the United States. He died in Boston and is buried there.

NAME: GARRETT, HIVIE HANFORD

PARENTS: Caleb & Katherine (MacKinnon) Garrett

BIRTH: 1894

DEATH: October 12, 1962

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1918

RANK: Private

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Hivie was born in Cable Head West on the property formerly owned by Lou Sanderson. As a boy, Hivie worked on his father’s farm and at lobster factories at the shore.

When the First World War broke out, Hivie enlisted, along with his brothers Percy and Elmore. He joined the 105 th Battalion and later transferred to the 104 th to be sent overseas. Hivie spent six months in France. He took part in the battle of Vimy Ridge where he was wounded extensively by shrapnel. Hivie was a happy-go-lucky chap who displayed no fear at the prospect of going to war or battle. He entertained the other soldiers on board ship en route to war by playing the fiddle.

After returning from the war, Hivie bought a farm in Riverton. He later moved to Charlottetown, where he remained until his death. Hivie is buried in Birch Hill Cemetery, Birch Hill, P.E.I..

NAME: GARRETT, MELVIN MERRIL

PARENTS: Darius & Jane ( MacKenzie) Garrett

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Melvin was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Catherine Sanderson. As a young boy, he moved to Charlottetown with his parents. Melvin enlisted in the 29 th Draft Canadian Railway Troops at the outbreak of war.

After his discharge, Melvin returned to P.E.I.. He then moved to Roslindale, Massachusetts, where he resided until his death. Melvin is buried in Boston.

NAME: GARRETT, PERCY

PARENTS: Caleb & Katherine (MacKinnon) Garrett

BIRTH: 1896

DEATH: December 21, 1921

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DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Sapper - Private

REG. NO.: 712485

Percy was born in Cable Head West on the property formerly owned by Lou Sanderson. After the death of Percy’s mother, his father moved the young family to a farm in Bangor.

At the age of 18, Percy enlisted in the 105 th Battalion. He was severely gassed during the war.

Percy returned to P.E.I. after his discharge, to the home of his aunt, Mrs. R. Grant, of Bangor. He died at her home in 1921 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: GILLIS, RONALD JOSEPH

PARENTS: Duncan & Anastasia (MacDonald) Gillis

BIRTH: January 27, 1889

DEATH: 1934

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Ronnie was born in Greenwich on the property now owned by Robert Rossiter. At the outbreak of war, he enlisted in the navy.

After Ronnie’s discharge, he returned to P.E.I. and later moved to Boston where other members of his family were living. Ronnie died in Boston in 1934 and is buried there.

NAME: JAMES, ALFRED E.

PARENTS: Albert & Maria (Rapson) James

BIRTH: March 14, 1896

DEATH: January 30, 1915

DATE ENLISTED: July 13, 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: Died on military service.

RANK: Gunner Private

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Alfred was born on the Church Road in 1896, on the homestead of his father. This property is now grown up and is owned by the James's.

Alfred enlisted in the army with the 5 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, Heavy Battery Artillery and while training in Halifax, Nova Scotia, he became ill and passed away. He is buried in the Marie Cemetery.

NAME: JAY, JOHN FRANCIS (FRANK)

PARENTS: Adam & Margaret (McCrae) Jay

BIRTH: June 3, 1894

DEATH: December 3, 1960

DATE ENLISTED: May 28, 1918

DATE DISCHARGED: May 10, 1919

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REG. NO.: VR6484

Frank was born in Peakes. He enlisted in the navy, served on the HMCS Niobe, and was discharged in 1919.

Frank came to St. Peter’s Bay and worked with George Doyle in the blacksmith shop which he later bought. He forged an anchor out of a piece of metal from a ship which was involved in the Halifax explosion. This anchor was later donated to the Morell Legion by the family. The property, in St. Peter’s Bay, owned by Frank and his wife, Alice Walsh, is still in possession of the family.

Frank lost a leg in later years due to circulation problems. He died in 1960 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: JUDSON, ADONIRAM G.

PARENTS: George & Edith (Dockendorff) Judson

BIRTH: March, 1894

DEATH: July, 1984

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1918

RANK: Private

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Adoniram was born in Alexandria, P.E.I.. He enlisted in the 105 th Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas to England and France. Adoniram fought at the Battle of Ypres and Amiens.

After his discharge, he returned to Mt. Hope, where he and his wife, Lulu Dockendorff raised a family. Adoniram died in 1984 and is buried in the Dundas Cemetery.

NAME: KANEEN, JAMES ALBERT

PARENTS: Robert & Georgie (Semple) Kaneen

BIRTH: May 16, 1895

DEATH: May 12, 1923

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RANK: Major

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Albert’s family originally came from New Perth and settled in Midgell on land now owned by Billy MacInnis. Albert joined the U.S. Army in the 309 th Regiment Infantry. Albert was severely gassed which caused his early death. As a Major, Albert led 31 officers and 135 men.

After Albert returned from war he worked at home, then moved to the lumber camps of Maine. Albert’s health deteriorated, confining him to a sanatorium. He returned back home with his nurse. His last words to his pastor were, “I gave my life for a good cause and I have nothing to regret”. Albert was laid to rest with full military honours in the Southside Cemetery at Skowkegan, Maine.

NAME: KANEEN, JOHN R.

PARENTS: Robert & Georgie (Semple) Kaneen

BIRTH:

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.:

John’s family originally came from New Perth and settled in Midgell on land now owned by Billy MacInnis. At the outbreak of the First World War, he joined the army. John served five years in the Canadian Expeditionary Force. His whereabouts are unknown after his discharge.

NAME: LEDWELL, THOMAS G.

PARENTS: William & Margaret (O’Hanley) Ledwell

BIRTH: January 28, 1887

DEATH: July 20, 1973

DATE ENLISTED: July 27, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: July 31, 1919

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: 92748

Tom was born on the Souris Line Road. At the beginning of the war, he joined the 2 nd Canadian Seige Battery as a guner in the corps troops. Tom served in England, France and Belgium. He was involved in the battles of Vimy and the Somme. Tom was awarded a military medal, and advanced to the rank of Sergeant. He also received the Great War medal 1914 - 1919 and the Victory Medal.

After his discharge, Tom returned to the Souris Line Road and went to work for the CNR. He transferred to St. Peter’s Bay and boarded at Mullins’. Tom married Anna Gillis and resided in St. Peter’s Bay until his health failed. In 1952, an Imperial Service Award was presented to Tom from St. James Palace, London, for his services. Tom died in Charlottetown in 1973 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LEWIS, ARTHUR

PARENTS: John & Mary (Hendricken) Lewis

BIRTH: December 14, 1895

DEATH: December 28, 1969

DATE ENLISTED: 1916

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Art was born in St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the navy and trained aboard the HMCS Niobe out of Halifax. While still in service Art returned home to marry Anastachia MacInnis and then went back to Halifax.

After Art’s discharge he returned home to farm. This property is now occupied by Celia MacInnis. He was also a janitor of his church.

Art died in 1969, and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LEWIS, EMMANUEL JOSEPH

PARENTS: Robert D. & Margaret (MacAulay) Lewis

BIRTH: April 30, 1887

DEATH: September 28, 1918

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 478891

Manuel was born in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Regiment from Western Canada after the outbreak of the First World War. Manuel was sent overseas and was killed in the Battle of Cambri, in September, 1918. Manuel is buried in Vimy Memorial Cemetery in France.

Manuel received two campaign medals; the British War Medal and the Victory Medal. His mother received a Memorial Cross after the death of her son. Below is an example of the Death Certificate received by the Lewis family.

NAME: LEWIS, SYLVESTER MELETIUS

PARENTS: Thomas & Kathy (MacInnis) Lewis

BIRTH: February 12, 1882

DEATH: November 6, 1917

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 791010

Sylvester was born in Greenwich. He and his cousin Manuel went to Western Canada to find work and while there, joined the services. Sylvester enlisted with the 29 th Battalion, British Columbia Regiment. He was sent overseas to France, where he died in battle at Passchendaele, France at the age of 35. Sylvester’s name is inscribed on a memorial at Ypres Menin Gate. A stained glass window in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church is dedicated to his memory.

NAME: MACAULAY, GEORGE H.

PARENTS: Emmanuel & Annie (MacInnis) MacAulay

BIRTH: September 9, 1896

DEATH: April 9, 1917

DATE ENLISTED: March 1, 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 470523

George was born in St. Peter’s Bay . His old home has been vacant for many years. Before that it was occupied by the Dougal MacDonald family. George enlisted in the 24 th Battalion Canadian Infantry, Quebec Regiment. He was sent overseas and killed in battle on April 9, 1916. George is buried in Thelus Military Cemetery.

NAME: MACBETH, DANIEL

PARENTS: Colin & Christina (Matheson) MacBeth

BIRTH: 1897

DEATH: September 3, 1918

DATE ENLISTED: November, 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 712306

Daniel was born in Forest Hill. His family property is now owned by Ray MacKinnon. He enlisted with the 78 th Battalion, Canadian Infantry, Manitoba Regiment. Daniel went overseas and was killed in battle two years later at the age of 21. He is buried in Aubigny Communal Cemetery Extension in Plot IV, Row E, Grave 60.

NAME: MACBETH, JOHN JAMES (JIM)

PARENTS: John & Margaret (Hume) MacBeth

BIRTH: October 14, 1894

DEATH: May 14, 1975

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Jim was born in Forest Hill. His old homestead is now owned by Truelove Taylor. Jim enlisted shortly after the beginning of the war. He was badly wounded in an engagement in France and soon after, he was taken prisoner. After six months, mostly in German hospitals, he was transferred to England and then returned to a hospital in Toronto. Jim also lost a leg as a result of his service. He returned to P.E.I. and later settled in Montague, where he died in 1975. A Legion service was held and Jim was buried in the Community Cemetery in Montague. Jim was survived by his wife, the former Ida Turner from Dundas, who now lives in Montague.

NAME: MACBETH, MALCOLM A.

PARENTS: John & Jessie (Nicholson) MacBeth

BIRTH: 1885

DEATH: May 17, 1917

DATE ENLISTED: June, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: Died on military service.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 442154

Malcolm was born in Forest Hill. His old home is now owned by Truelove Taylor. Malcolm went out west to work and enlisted in the 7 th Battalion, British Columbia Regiment. He spent several months in the trenches overseas in the winter of 1915 and 1916. Malcolm died at Sunny View Sanatorium in Kamloops, British Columbia of tuberculosis, which developed from a severe cold he contacted in the services. He was buried in Revelstoke with full military honours.

NAME: MACBETH, NEIL ANGUS

PARENTS: Colin & Christina (Matheson) MacBeth

BIRTH: 1897

DEATH: 1968

DATE ENLISTED: July 12, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: 92782

Neil was born in Forest Hill. His parent’s home is now occupied by Ray MacKinnon. He joined the 105 th 2nd Seige Battery and was sent overseas.

After Neil’s discharge, he returned to P.E.I. and attended Miller Business College in Charlottetown. He became a member of the Pacific Command Military Rangers (non-active service) during the Second World War. Neil later moved to British Columbia, where he died and is buried.

NAME: MACBETH, SAMUEL WILLIAM

PARENTS: John & Margaret (Hume) MacBeth

BIRTH: June 11, 1896

DEATH: 1974

DATE ENLISTED: 1915

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.:

Samuel was born in Forest Hill. His parents’ property is now owned by Truelove Taylor. Samuel joined the 55 th Division and was transferred to the 42 nd Royal Highlanders. He served in France.

“Soldiers Leave For Amherst. The men of the P.E.I. Company of the 55 th Battalion will leave for Sussex via Pt. Du Chene on Monday evening and will be accompanied to the station by the band of the 82 nd Regiment. This evening at the Drill Shed the men will be entertained. All overseas men are expected to attend. The following names were included on the list: Aneas MacAulay from Cardigan, John Sanderson from St. Peter’s and S.W. MacBeth from Forest Hill.”

Another Guardian clipping dated June 14, 1916 listed Samuel as wounded and later taken a prisoner of war.

After his discharge, Samuel returned to P.E.I.. He later attended business college in Halifax, where he was studying at the time of the Halifax Explosion. Samuel spent his later years in Massachusetts where he died.

NAME: MACDONALD, ANGUS EMERY

PARENTS: Alfred & Elizabeth (Stewart) MacDonald

BIRTH: September 24, 1895

DEATH: October 5, 1951

DATE ENLISTED: Early 1916

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Angus was born in Gowan Brae, and moved to Farmington as a young man. That property is now owned by Hilary MacDonald. Angus enlisted in the army and served for a short time.

After his discharge Angus returned to Farmington, and married Laura Ann MacAdam, from Selkirk. He later sold his property, and settled in Bear River North, where he died in 1951. A funeral service was held at St. Margaret’s Roman Catholic Church and he was buried in the church cemetery.

NAME: MACDONALD, AUGUSTINE A.

PARENTS: Allen J. & Mary (MacGrath) MacDonald

BIRTH: January 5, 1883

DEATH: September, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Augustine was born in West St. Peter’s. He and his brother Ronald and a sister moved to St. Peter’s Bay to live and work in the fishery.

Augustine enlisted in the 105 th Black Watch. After his discharge, Augustine moved out west to places unknown. He died in September, 1965.

NAME: MACDONALD, CHARLES JOSEPH

PARENTS: William D. & Angela (MacInnis) MacDonald

BIRTH: October 25, 1883

DEATH: 1962

DATE ENLISTED: September, 1914

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Charles was born on the Cardigan Road. His parent’s home is now owned by the family of Marshall MacDonald. He enlisted in the army joining the Canadian Expeditionary Forces, and went overseas to Scotland, England and France.

After his discharge, Charles moved to Western Canada. He died in 1962 in Prince Rupert, British Columbia and is buried there.

NAME: MACDONALD, FABIAN J.

PARENTS: Capt. John D. & Catherine (MacDonald) MacDonald

BIRTH: August 14, 1895

DEATH: November 29, 1921

DATE ENLISTED: October 29, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: April 30, 1919

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 719176

Fabian was born in Glouchester, Massachusetts and later moved to Cable Head. Fabian joined the 105 th Battalion, transferred to the 13 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. While serving overseas in battle, he was seriously gassed. This resulted in his death in 1921 at the age of 26. A funeral service was held at St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church and he was buried in the church cemetery. A stained glass window in St. Peter’s Bay Catholic Church is dedicated to his memory.

NAME: MACDONALD, JOHN A.

PARENTS: Capt. John D. & Catherine (MacDonald) MacDonald

BIRTH: February 6, 1894

DEATH: December 29, 1962

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - February 2, 1916 and Second World War - Septem- ber 2, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: First World War - March 15, 1918 and Second World War - Oc- tober 18, 1944

RANK: First World War - Private and Second World War - Quartermaster Sergeant

REG. NO.: First World War - 712628 and Second World War - F59861

John Andrew was born in Glouchester, Massachusetts. He later moved to Cable Head to property now owned by John’s daughter Claire and her husband Pat Byrne.

John joined the 105 th Battalion and transferred to the 26 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. John Andrew and his brother Fabian went overseas from Valcartier, Quebec to Aldershot, England, where they were separated. He served in England, Scotland and France. While in France, John was wounded in the leg by shrapnel. While on leave in Scotland, the brothers met by chance and were overjoyed to see each other because each received word the other had been killed.

After his discharge in 1918, John Andrew lived in the United States and later settled in Cable Head. He married Matilda MacKinnon in 1919.

When the Second World War broke out, he joined the P.E.I. Highlanders as a Quartermaster Sergeant. He served in Canada and Newfoundland until his discharge in 1945. He returned to his home in Cable Head. John died at his daughter’s home in Sept Isles, Quebec on December 29, 1962. A Legion service was held in St. Peter’s Bay, where John is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACDONALD, LORNE RAYMOND

PARENTS: Duncan D. & Esther (Howlett) MacDonald

BIRTH: December 24, 1893

DEATH: March 12, 1973

DATE ENLISTED: July 1, 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: July, 1919

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: 737089

Lorne was born in St. Peter’s Bay. He lived in the house now owned by Thomas Ledwell Jr.. He joined the 16 th Seaforth Highlanders in Ontario.

After his enlistment, Lorne was sent to Germany and France. He lived in Toronto when he returned to Canada. Lorne died in Toronto in 1973 and is buried there.

NAME: MACDONALD, NORMAN DAVID

PARENTS: Duncan D. & Esther (Howlett) MacDonald

BIRTH: January 14, 1899

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: March 5, 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: March 22, 1919

RANK: Private - Signaller

REG. NO.: 713202

Norman was born in St. Peter’s Bay. The house where he grew up is now owned by Thomas Ledwell Jr.. Norman enlisted in the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, in the 43rd Division of the Cameron Highlanders, Winnipeg. On July, 1916, his battalion left Valcartier, Quebec for England.

Norman tried to join the 5 th Division but it was disbanded. He was detained in England for six months. In January, he came down with the mumps and was sent to hospital in Aldershot. After leaving the hospital, Norman went to a hut in Whitley Camp. Because of an outbreak of diphtheria, Norman and the other recruits were quarantined. After the quarantine, he went to Shoram, England. Norman was supposed to go to France with the 10 th Brigade, instead, he obtained permission to train as a signaller.

Norman went to Arras, France and the first time over the Arras-Cambrai road his was wounded in the arm. Norman was prevented from a second injury to the stomach by his gas mask, which he thinks possibly saved his life.

The Canadians captured the Queant Line. Norman’s contingent captured the town of Mons and each man received a medal from the mayor of the town. His division returned to Canada in May, 1919. Norman received the British War Medal.

Norman enlisted in the Second World War, but went only as far as Charlottetown. Norman and his wife Doris, now reside at MacQuaid Lodge in Charlottetown.

NAME: MACDONALD, RONALD J.

PARENTS: Allen J. & Mary (McGrath) MacDonald

BIRTH: July 21, 1895

DEATH: June 17, 1969

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - 1914 and Second World War - 1940

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: First World War - Private and Second World War - Corporal

REG. NO.:

Ronnie was born in West St. Peter’s. As a young fisherman, Ronald, his brother Augustine and his sister moved to St. Peter’s Bay to live and work. Ronnie enlisted in the 105 th Battalion. He went overseas and was wounded in battle.

After his discharge, Ronnie returned to St. Peter’s Bay and worked as postmaster. In 1940, he enlisted in the Second World War as a Corporal and became a part of the Postal Corps.

After his second discharge, Ronnie once again returned to St. Peter’s, where he continued to work as postmaster until his death in 1965. His funeral service was held at St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church and he is buried in the church cemetery.

NAME: MACDONALD, R. COLIN

PARENTS: Dr. Roddie & Josephine (MacDonald) MacDonald

BIRTH: August 25, 1897

DEATH: January, 1997

DATE ENLISTED: April, 1918

DATE DISCHARGED: November 11, 1918

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Colin was born in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the 105 th Infantry, 10 th Seige Battery, Canadian Expeditionary Force. He was sent to Halifax, Cape Breton, and then back to Halifax. After a short time in the service, Armistice was declared. Colin received his discharge and returned home to the Bay. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Ro- man Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACEWEN, BENJAMIN OSIE

PARENTS: John W. & Maria (Sanderson) MacEwen

BIRTH: 1890

DEATH: 1969

DATE ENLISTED: 1918

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Osie was born in Midgell. He enlisted in the 105 th Seige Battery, Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas.

Following the war, Osie received his discharge and returned home to Midgell.

In later years Osie, his brither J.D. and his sister Hattie made their home in St. Peter’s Bay. The home is now owned by Frank Milligan. Osie died in 1969 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACEWEN, BERTRAM ROBERT

PARENTS: John W. & Maria (Sanderson) MacEwen

BIRTH: January 3, 1894

DEATH: February 5, 1982

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - 1918 and Second World War - 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: First World War - 1919 and Second World War - 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Bert was born in Midgell. He joined the 105 th Battalion and was sent overseas.

Bert received the Great War Medal, 1914 - 1919 and the George V Medal, 1914 - 1918. After his discharge, Bert returned home to Midgell.

Bert enlisted in the Second World War in the 19 th Company Veterans’ Guard. After this war, Bert returned home to Midgell. He received the Voluntary Service Medal 1939 - 1945, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the General Service Badge. Bert died in 1982 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACEWEN, EARL OSCAR

PARENTS: Stewart & Sarah (MacEwen) MacEwen

BIRTH: March 19, 1899

DEATH: July 7, 1971

DATE ENLISTED: November 19, 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: April 11, 1919

RANK: Sapper

REG. NO.: 2492676

Earl was born in St. Peter’s Harbour. He enlisted in the 105 th Battalion, 28 th Draft, Canadian Expeditionary Force, in Charlottetown. From there Earl was sent to Saint John and then overseas to France and Belgium with the 2 nd Canadian Regiment Garrison.

Earl’s campaign medals include a Maple Leaf shaped medal with the inscription of 12 Regiment York Rangers; the Canadian Expeditionary Force Badge; the British Empire Service League; and the Canadian Legion Badge.

After his discharge, Earl farmed in Greenwich until his death in 1971. He is buried in the Midgell Cemetery. Earl’s wife, Hazel and his grandson Joey still live on the homestead.

NAME: MACEWEN, FREEMAN

PARENTS: John W. & Maria (Sanderson) MacEwen

BIRTH:

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: 1916

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Freeman was born in Midgell. He enlisted in the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. Freeman served for a year and returned home to Midgell.

Freeman later moved to the United States and entered the U.S. Army in the Second World War. He remained in the states until the time of his death.

NAME: MACEWEN, LOUIS JAMES

PARENTS: James Manual & Henrietta (MacEwen) MacEwen

BIRTH: October 2, 1893

DEATH: November 15, 1917

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 2193336

Louis was born in St. Peter’s Bay. His home is now owned by Michael MacKenzie. At the age of 18, Louis began his teaching career. He later moved to Saskatchewan where he studied law at the University of Saskatoon. He joined “A” Company Princess Pats Canadian Light Infantry, 7 th Reserve, in Saskatoon.

Louis kept a diary which is now in the possession of his niece, Mary Poole, of Pooles Corner. His first entry was August 23, 1917. The final entry was November 1, 1917, which reads: “Dishes on back and leave for lines in battle order. I carry 10 bombs and a rifle grenadier.”

Louis left Seaforth, Sussex, England and crossed to Belgium, where he was killed in action in Passchendaele. He is buried in Tyne Cot Cemetery, Passchendaele, Belgium, in Plot LVI, Row A, Grave 2.

The following excerpt was taken from the Guardian in December, 1917:

“Louis J. MacEwen St. Peter’s Bay mourns the loss of a brilliant young man, Louis J. MacEwen, who was killed in action in France, on November 15, 1917 at the age of 24 years. He was the son of James A. and Henrietta MacEwen and is survived by one brother Lloyd, and five sisters, who have the sympathy of the community. Louis took a Teachers Course in Prince of Wales College and was licensed at the age of 18 years, and taught school for a few years in his native province and in Saskatchewan. He entered the University of Saskatoon as a law student, where he distinguished himself by taking a scholarship tenable for two years. He was a young man of unblemished reputation, with a bright career ahead of him, but like many of our heroic young men, he heard the call of King and country and enlisted in the service of the Empire and was less than two weeks in the trenches when he fell in action.”

A memorial service was held for him in the Presbyterian Church, St. Peter’s, December 2, 1915.

NAME: MACEWEN, ROBERT MCKAY

PARENTS: John W. & Maria (Sanderson) MacEwen

BIRTH:

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Signaller

REG. NO.:

Robert was born in Midgell. He enlisted in the First World War and became a signaller.

After the war, Robert returned to Midgell and later moved to Calgary, where he spent the rest of his life. He died and is buried there.

NAME: MACEWEN, ROSS WATSON

PARENTS: John & Jane (Coffin) MacEwen

BIRTH: 1877

DEATH: 1925

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Ross was born in Bristol. He married Hattie Davison in 1901 and moved to St. Peter’s Bay. Ross’s old home was situated on the property now owned by Ronnie O’Hanley.

Ross enlisted in the navy. After his discharge he returned to St. Peter’s. Ross died from pneumonia in 1925. He is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACINNIS, DONALD FRANCIS “D.F.”

PARENTS: Patrick & Sarah (Gillis) MacInnis

BIRTH: April 25, 1888

DEATH: April 27, 1936

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 442734

D. F. was born in St. Peter’s Bay. His old home is now owned by Brent Gillis. D. F. enlisted in the army and was sent overseas to France. He lost both of his legs in battle.

After his discharge, D. F. returned to P.E.I. for a short visit. He died in Vancouver in 1936 and is buried there.

NAME: MACINNIS, ERNEST

PARENTS: Pius & Christianne (Cummings) MacInnis

BIRTH: June 28, 1894

DEATH: April 12, 1963

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Ernest was born in Cable Head East. His old home is now owned by his grandnephew, Daniel MacInnis. Ernie joined the army.

After Ernie’s discharge, he returned to Cable Head and worked as a station agent and fish inspector in different areas of Kings and Queens Counties. Ernie died in 1963 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACINNIS, MARTIN ALPHONSUS

PARENTS: Patrick & Sarah (Gillis) MacInnis

BIRTH: September 13, 1898

DEATH: November 1, 1953

DATE ENLISTED: June 4, 1918

DATE DISCHARGED: May 18, 1919

RANK: Stoker First Class

REG. NO.: VR6520

Martin was born in St. Peter’s Bay. His childhood home is now owned by Brent Gillis. Martin enlisted and served in the navy. His medals include the Victory Medal and the British War Medal.

After Martin’s discharge, he returned to St. Peter’s, where he married and farmed in Cable Head. He later sold the farm and moved to St. Peter’s Bay and became a salesman. This home is now owned by Katie MacInnis. Martin died in November, 1953 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACINNIS, VINAL

PARENTS: Murdock & Matilda (MacKenna) MacInnis

BIRTH: 1886

DEATH: September 29, 1918

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: 1250560

A plaque in the St. Peter’s Bay United Church with the heading “Our Honored Dead” has Vinal’s name on it and reads as follows: “Gnr. Vinal MacInnis, M. M.”

It is presumed that Vinal died while on active service and the M.M. indicates that he received a Military Medal.

Vinal’s family is believed to have originally lived in the old home of Hemphills, which has since been torn down. This property is a vacant lot located east of Colin MacDonald’s. The family apparently moved to Vancouver in the 1920’s and little is known after this.

Vinal is buried in Haynecourt British Cemetery, France in Plot I, Row A, Grave 1.

NAME: MACISAAC, GEORGE DANIEL

PARENTS: Anthony & Sarah (MacInnis) MacIsaac

BIRTH: June 9, 1887

DEATH: 1934

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.:

George was born on the Sparrow Road, on the property now owned by Dundas Farms. He went out west at a very young age and later moved to the United States, where he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He did not go overseas.

After his discharge, George went to Boulder Dam, Colorado, where he was electrocuted at work in 1934. He is buried in Colorado.

NAME: MACISAAC, JOSEPH AENEAS

PARENTS: Anthony & Sarah (MacInnis) MacIsaac

BIRTH: March 9, 1893

DEATH: April 11, 1917

DATE ENLISTED: November 22, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 183456

Joseph was born on the Sparrow Road, on the property now owned by Dundas Farms. As a young man, Joseph went to Western Canada to work. He enlisted in the 31 st Battalion, Canadian Infantry, Alberta Regiment. Joseph was sent overseas and shortly after at the age of 24, he was killed in the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917. Joseph is buried in Cemetery Bruay, France in Row E, Grave 20.

NAME: MACKENZIE, IRVING “IRVY”

PARENTS: Albert & Elizabeth (Battersby) MacKenzie

BIRTH: August 7, 1885

DEATH: January 22, 1971

DATE ENLISTED: July 24, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: 92796

Irvy was born in Cable Head West, near his family’s homestead. He enlisted in Charlottetown with the 2 nd Siege Battery. He was sent overseas to England, Belgium, France and Germany.

Following Irvy’s discharge in 1919, he returned home and worked in Charlottetown. Irvy later moved back to Cable Head West, where he spent the rest of his life fishing and farming. Irvy died in 1971 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery. His medals were lost in the old home.

NAME: MACKINNON, HUGH RONNIE

PARENTS: Angus & Margaret (MacKinnon) MacKinnon

BIRTH: April 21, 1889

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1916

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Ronnie was born in Goose River. His parents’ home is now owned by A.J. Wilson. Ronnie enlisted in the army and was sent overseas in 1918. While in France with the Canadian Regiment, he was wounded and taken to hospital in England. Ronnie’s wounds prevented him from further military service.

After his discharge, Ronnie married an English girl and remained in England until the time of his death.

NAME: MACKINNON, JAMES FABYEAN

PARENTS: Angus & Margaret (MacKinnon) MacKinnon

BIRTH: May 4, 1888

DEATH: September 29, 1918

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

James was born in Goose River. His home is now owned by A.J. Wilson. In early 1917, while working and living in Boston, James enlisted in the MacLean Kilties. He later transferred to the 42 nd Battalion, Infantry, Quebec Regiment. He was sent overseas to France and was killed by machine-gun fire in battle. James is buried in France in Cantimpre Canadian Cemetery, Row E, Grave 26.

NAME: MACKINNON, PAUL W.

PARENTS: Michael & Jane (Hanning) MacKinnon

BIRTH: September 9, 1884

DEATH: June 30, 1964

DATE ENLISTED: December 1, 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: March 4, 1919

RANK: Leading Seaman

REG. NO.: VR1334

Paul was born in North Dakota. His parents’ moved to Goose River when he was a boy. Paul joined the navy and sailed on several ships, including the Niobe, Landsdowne, Margaret, Sea Gull and the Stadaconna.

After his discharge, Paul returned to P.E.I. to fish and farm. He also worked in a lobster factory.

Paul was awarded the following medals and badges: Service Chevrons in 1917; the War Badge Class AA and the Victory Medal in 1921; and the British War Medal in 1922. All those medals were lost in a house fire in 1936. His home was rebuilt on the same site and is now owned by Peter MacKinnon.

Paul died in 1964 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACKINNON, WILLIAM D.

PARENTS: Jonn A. & Mary Jane (Barry) MacKinnon

BIRTH: February 13, 1887

DEATH: August 20, 1973

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1917

RANK: Private

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Bill was born in Selkirk. As a young man, he went to Maine. Bill joined the U.S. Army and was sent overseas to France. While in battle, he was gassed, received a bayonet wound and sustained a broken leg.

Bill returned to P.E.I. and settled in St. Peter’s Bay. His old home still stands unoccupied, next to the home of his son Roy MacKinnon. Bill died in 1973 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACLAREN, ALFRED

PARENTS: William D. & Margaret (MacDonald) MacDonald

BIRTH: March, 1899

DEATH: March 9, 1987

DATE ENLISTED: November 19, 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: December 11, 1918

RANK: Private

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Alfred was born in Cable Head West. He enlisted in Charlottetown and went to Halifax for guard duty.

After his discharge, Alfred left for the United States with his sister, Florence. He later married and lived there until his death in 1987. Alfred is buried in Arlington Cemetery, Arlington, Massachusetts.

NAME: MACLAREN, DANIEL

PARENTS: Duncan & Mary (MacDonald) MacLaren

BIRTH: July 5, 1863

DEATH: December 1941

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Daniel was born in Cable Head West. As a young man he moved to Vancouver where he was employed as a tailor. Daniel enlisted from Western Canada and returned there after his discharge. He died in 1941 and is buried in Vancouver.

NAME: MACLAREN, EDGAR S.

PARENTS: Milton & Margaret (Sutherland) MacLaren

BIRTH: May 6, 1890

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DATE ENLISTED: 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: 1918

RANK: Sapper

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Edgar was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Bobby MacEwen. Edgar enlisted in the 1st Canadian Pioneers, British Columbia. He was wounded in battle.

After his discharge, Edgar spent the next few years on P.E.I.. He moved to Creston, British Columbia in 1930 and then to Calgary in 1935. In later years, Edgar settled in Toronto, where he died and is buried.

NAME: MACLAREN, JASPER E.

PARENTS: Levi & Mary Ann (MacKinnon) MacLaren

BIRTH: December 7, 1883

DEATH: July 30, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: July 26, 1915

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RANK: Bombardier

REG. NO.: 92803

Jasper was born in Cable Head on the property now owned by Douglas MacLaren (more commonly known as Freddy Levy’s). He enlisted in the 2 nd Canadian Siege Battery and served in England and France.

Jasper met his wife in Horsham, England and returned to Canada. He fished for a number of years and later ran a fish packing factory. Jasper went out west on the Harvest Excursions during the 1920’s and 1930’s. He also worked as a stoker on the survey ship Cartier out of Charlottetown. Jasper moved to Thorburn, Nova Scotia and later to Welland, Ontario, where he retired. He died in 1965 and is buried in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Welland.

NAME: MACLAREN, JOHN W.

PARENTS: Nathaniel & Florence (Stewart) MacLaren

BIRTH: November 26, 1890

DEATH: September 9, 1916

DATE ENLISTED: August 16, 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: 23163

John was born in Forest Hill. The homestead is now used as a summer home by Albert MacLaren. He enlisted in the 4 th Canadian Infantry Battalion. John left Charlottetown in August, 1914 for Valcartier, Quebec and went overseas with the 82 nd Light Infantry Regiment. He was killed in action on September 9, 1916 in Pointers, France at the age of 26. His medals include the 1914 - 1915 Star and the 1914 - 1918 Victory Medal. John’s medals are now in the possession of his nephew, Wesley MacLaren.

NAME: MACLAREN, SAMUEL

PARENTS: Nathaniel & Florence (Stewart) MacLaren

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Samuel was born in Forest Hill. His home is now owned by his nephew, Albert MacLaren of Ontario. Samuel left Forest Hill as a young man and went to the United States in search of employment. At the outbreak of the war, Samuel joined the American Flying Corps. No information is available on Samuel after the war years.

NAME: MACLAREN, SIMEON

PARENTS: William D. & Maggie (MacDonald) MacLaren

BIRTH: 1895

DEATH: November 4, 1982

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Simeon was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Russel MacLaren. Simeon enlisted from Charlottetown and spent three years in Halifax on garrison duty. Simeon returned to Cable Head West after his discharge. He married Lillian Fraser and moved to St. Peter’s where he was a rural mail carrier until his retirement. Simeon then moved to Moncton where he died in 1982. He is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACLAREN, STEWART ROY

PARENTS: Nathaniel & Florence (Stewart) MacLaren

BIRTH: May 22, 1897

DEATH: July 1, 1975

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - November 7, 1915 and Second World War - July 10, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: First World War - January 10, 1919 and Second World War - May 31, 1946

RANK: First World War - Private and Second World War - Lance-Sergeant

REG. NO.: First World War - 712293 and Second World War - F60453

Stewart was born in Forest Hill. His old home is now owned by his son, Albert MacLaren, who uses it as a summer home. Stewart enlisted in the 105 th Regiment, 26 th Battery, Canadian Expeditionary Force.

Her served overseas and received the following medals: the 1914 - 1915 Star, the British War Medal and the Victory Medal.

When the second World War began, Stewart enlisted. He served with the P.E. Islanders in the North Atlantic area, Newfoundland and Northern Ontario.

The medals Stewart received in the Second World War include: the Defence Medal and the Voluntary Service Medal and Clasp. All medals are now in the possession of his son Wesley MacLaren.

After Stewart’s discharge in 1946, he returned home to Forest Hill, where he farmed until the time of his death in 1975. Stewart is buried in the Dundas United Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACLAREN, WILLIAM

PARENTS: Nathaniel & Florence (Stewart) MacLaren

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William was born in Forest Hill. The homestead is now used as a summer home by Albert MacLaren. William left Forest Hill as a young man to seek work in the United States. When the war broke out he enlisted in the U.S. Army. It is not known what became of him after the war.

NAME: MACLAREN, W. FRANK

PARENTS: Milton & Margaret (Sutherland) MacLaren

BIRTH: January 19, 1894

DEATH: December 8, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Private

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Frank, better known as “Little Frank”, was born in Cable Head on the property now owned by Bobby MacEwen. He joined the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, 2 nd Seige Battery. He was sent overseas and returned to P.E.I. after the war. He remained a bachelor working on a farm in York. Frank later returned to Cable Head, where he bought a farm and fished. In his later years, he moved to St. Peter’s Bay where he died in 1965. Frank is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACLAREN, WILLIAM M.

PARENTS: Levi & Mary Ann (MacKinnon) MacLaren

BIRTH:

DEATH: June 5, 1916

DATE ENLISTED: August, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 69707

William was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Douglas MacLaren of Canning, Nova Scotia. William joined the 2 nd Canadian Infantry, Eastern Ontario Regiment. The battalion sailed from Canada to England in February. On June 5, 1916, William was killed in action in France. He is buried in Ypres Reservoir Cemetery in Belgium, Plot VI, Row D, Grave 31.

NAME: MACLEAN, J. FRANCIS (FRANK)

PARENTS: Alexander & Mary J. (MacDonald) MacLean

BIRTH: June 17, 1887

DEATH: February 4, 1954

DATE ENLISTED: November 22, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: May 31, 1917

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 489281

Frank was born in Cardigan. He moved to the Cardigan Road as a young man to help his grandparents run their farm. Later on Frank’s family moved to the Cardigan Road as well. Frank enlisted in the 27 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas. He was wounded in the leg.

After his discharge, William returned to St. Peter’s for a short time and later moved to Toronto, where he remained until his death in 1954. The following excerpt was taken from the Guardian, dated September, 1916:

Wounded Islander

Private J. MacLean, #489281 of St. Peter’s Bay, son of the late Alexander F. MacLean of Cardigan enlisted July, 1915 in Halifax for the 64 th Princess Louise Fuseliers and went to the front with the 27 th Battalion, C.E.F.. He was wounded in June last and was transferred to the country of London War Hospital, Epsom, England suffering from gun shot wounds in leg, (later amputated). His mother lives in Sommerville, but still has the farm on Cardigan Road. (That farm, located next to the racetrack, is now owned by Harold Joe MacDonald).

NAME: MACNEIL, DUNCAN

PARENTS: Simeon & Hattie (MacLaren) MacNeil

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Duncan was born in Cardigan Bridge. His father was a blacksmith. Duncan’s family moved many times, finally settling in St. Peter’s Bay . The last home they moved to is now owned by Ned Crossman.

Duncan went to work in the United States and joined the U.S. Army from there. After the war he returned to the United States to live. It is believed Duncan lived and died in Texas.

NAME: MACNEIL, WILLIAM EMERY

PARENTS: Simeon & Hattie (MacLaren) MacNeil

BIRTH: 1893

DEATH: May 10, 1967

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

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RANK: Private

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Emery was born in Cardigan Bridge. His father was a blacksmith. Emery’s family moved many times, finally settling in St. Peter’s Bay. Their last home is now owned by Ned Crossman.

Emery enlisted in the 105 th Canadian Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. He served overseas in France and Belgium. While Emery was in the Battle of Ypres, he fought in the towns of Lons and Vimy Ridge and was gassed with chlorine and mustard gas. The Canadians captured the heavily fortified German position.

Emery was also in Passchendaele where it was said, “That 1500, answered the roll call in the morning, and less than 100, answered the roll call after the battle was over”. He obtained an early discharge as a result of being severely wounded and gassed.

After his discharge, Emery moved to Cardigan and later went to work in Western Canada. Because of ill health, he moved to Greenwich. Emery’s continuing poor health lead to his retirement in St. Peter’s Bay. After the death of his first wife, Emery married again and moved to Montague, where he died in 1967. He is buried in the Community Cemetery.

NAME: MAJOR, FRANK C.

PARENTS: Frank & Annie (MacDonald) Major

BIRTH: 1888

DEATH: June 9, 1963

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: 1919

RANK: Gunner

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Frank believed to have been born in the United States, moved to Ashton with his mother, Annie, who later married Sam Anderson and moved to St. Peter’s Bay. Frank married and moved to Margate. He enlisted in Charlottetown, then left from Georgetown to Pictou, to Halifax, to Plymouth, England, to Whitley Camp and to the Canadian Gun Artillery at Aldershot.

Frank went to Lydd, England for testing in shooting skills. According to his instructor, Arthur Peake, a score of 85 percent was required. This was an area in which Frank excelled. He was part of the 28 th Seige Battery, which was never breached. Frank’s battery sailed from Southampton to the coast of France, near Vimy Ridge. The barrage attack was so loud it is said the King and Queen felt the effects in London. The troops moved on to Aimens and other areas.

A story related by comrade Bill Stewart of Charlottetown, tells of a battle in spring shortly after the farmers had sown their oats. At harvest time, for something to do, the soldiers harvested the grain and found the bodies of fallen British and German soldiers.

After his discharge, Frank returned to Margate, where he worked as a farm hand and labourer. The family spent the year 1933 - 1934 living in St. Peter’s Bay, where the children attended school.

Frank came into an inheritance from relatives in Philidelphia and built a new home in Margate, which was later owned by Eric Jessome. In later years he moved to Charlottetown, where he died in 1963. He was buried in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. A Department of Veterans Affairs memorial plaque marks his grave.

NAME: MATHESON, ALEXANDER A.

PARENTS: Neil & Flora (MacDonald) Matheson

BIRTH: 1890

DEATH: October 10, 1918

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DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 2138493

Alex was born in Forest Hill. His property is now owned by Jackie Garrett. All the buildings on this property are now gone. Alex joined the 1 st Canadian Battery, British Columbia Regiment and transferred to “D” Company 29 th Battalion, British Columbia Regiment.

Alex served in Canada and was sent overseas. He was killed in action by an enemy shell while on outpost duty in the vicinity of Thun St. Martin, France on October 10, 1918. His name is inscribed on the Vimy Memorial in France.

NAME: MATHESON, ANGUS LAUGHLIN

PARENTS: Neil & Flora (MacDonald) Matheson

BIRTH: 1894

DEATH: 1963

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Angus was born in Forest Hill on the property opposite the Pratt Road on the corner of the Upton Road. Angus enlisted in the army and served in Canada in both world wars.

Angus was an able boxer and won many matches in the Canadian Athletic War Matches. He was a very well read and self-educated man, who had the respect of all who knew him.

After his discharge, he returned home to Forest Hill. Angus and his sister, Hilda, farmed for a number of years and later moved to Charlottetown. He died in 1963 and is buried in the Acorn Cemetery in Dundas.

NAME: MATHESON, DANIEL NEIL

PARENTS: Neil & Flora (MacDonald) Matheson

BIRTH: May 4, 1889

DEATH: June 16, 1960

DATE ENLISTED: May 26, 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: May 16, 1919

RANK: Bombardier

REG. NO.: 1261352

Dan was born in Forest Hill on the property opposite of Pratt Road on the corner of the Upton Road. Dan joined the 8 th Siege Battery and served in Canada, England, France and Belgium. He was wounded and gassed in battle.

After Dan’s discharge, he returned to Forest Hill and lived on the old homestead. He married Margaret MacLean and moved to Bristol. He died in 1960 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MATHESON, JOHN ALEXANDER

PARENTS: Donald A. & ———— Matheson

BIRTH: 1894

DEATH: August 29, 1918

DATE ENLISTED: January, 1916

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 7127080

John was born in Mt. Hope. His old home is now owned by Dundas Farms and is adjacent to Hubert MacLeod’s property. John enlisted in the 105 th Battalion and was sent overseas in January, 1917. John was killed in action at Sun Querry, France. He is buried in France.

John’s death brought great sorrow not only to his family, but to his friends, as he was a favourite with all on account of his friendly disposition. He went into the war after careful thought, and coming to the conclusion that his duty led him that way. He had given his life for his country.

NAME: MORRISON, JOSEPH C.

PARENTS: Angus & Mary (Wilson) Morrison

BIRTH: 1883

DEATH: April 8, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: 1916

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Joe was born in St. Peter’s Bay. The house is now owned by Gladys Lewis. Joe enlisted in the 105 th Regiment, Canadian Expeditionary Force. He was sent overseas.

After his discharge, he returned to P.E.I.. Joe and his wife, Mattie Carr, took up residence in the Reggie Lewis home and later moved to the old Bill MacKinnon homestead. He died suddenly while returning home from thrashing in the fall of 1944. Joe is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MORRISSEY, EDWARD B.

PARENTS: William & Margaret (Hughes) Morrissey

BIRTH: February 18, 1898

DEATH: January 18, 1958

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - 1914 and Second World War - 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: First World War - 1918 and Second World War - 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 3181386

Edward was born in Milburn. His property is now owned by Ward James. Edward enlisted in the 1 st Depot, 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force.

After his discharge, Edward returned to Milburn. He received the British War Medal 1914 - 1918 and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

When the Second World War broke out, Edward enlisted and was appointed to guard duty. For service during this war he received the 1939 - 1945 War Medal. After his discharge, Edward moved to Dartmouth. He died there in 1958. He is buried in Dartmouth.

NAME: PARTRIDGE, JOHN WATSON

PARENTS: James & Alice (Martin) Partridge

BIRTH: February, 1883

DEATH: 1976

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Watson Partridge was born in Mount Stewart. As a young man he came to live in St. Peter’s Bay. Watson moved to the United States for a short time. He sailed to England where he enlisted in the British Services. Watson served in the field artillery in France and with the army during the occupation in Germany. While with the horse artillery, he was shipwrecked off the coast of Spain, and spent several hours in the Mediterranean Sea before being rescued.

After the war, Watson and his wife, Georgie Davison, moved to Saskatchewan and later returned to St. Peter’s Bay. The home is now owned by Mike Toy. Watson died at the Garden of the Gulf Nursing Home in Charlottetown in 1976 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: POPE, THOMAS

PARENTS: James & Ellen (Anderson) Pope

BIRTH: 1870

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Thomas was born in St. Peter’ Bay. The Popes were originally from P.E.I., farmers and worshippers of the Presbyterian faith. His parents’ home was moved out from the Pope Road, across from Albert Mill’s house, and is now occupied by R.B. Pratt. As a young man, Thomas went west for work, where he enlisted in the army.

Thomas did not return to St. Peter’s Bay, but settled in Vancouver, where he died and is buried.

NAME: RAPSON, HARRY SAUL

PARENTS: Saul & Jennie (Cobb) Rapson

BIRTH: April 25, 1895

DEATH: May 23, 1977

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Harry was born in Milburn. The land is now owned by Roderick MacDonald. Harry enlisted in the 12 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas.

After Harry’s discharge, he returned to Milburn to the old homestead to farm. He tore down the old house and built a new one. In later years, Harry moved to Charlottetown, where he resided until his death in 1977. He is buried in the Marie Cemetery.

NAME: RILEY, ERNEST

PARENTS: Peter & Mary (MacDonald) Riley

BIRTH: March 3, 1894

DEATH: July 13, 1925

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Ernest was born in Forest Hill on the property now owned by Eldon MacKinnon. As a young man he joined the Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas. He contacted influenza, measles and the subsequent complications led to his death six years after his discharge at his home in Forest Hill. He is buried in the Dundas Cemetery. Ernest was married to the former Marion Saunders of Boston.

NAME: RILEY, NORMAN

PARENTS: Peter & Mary (MacDonald) Riley

BIRTH: August, 1890

DEATH: 1974

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Norman was born in Forest Hill on the property now owned by Eldon MacKinnon. He enlisted in the 105 th Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas.

After Norman’s discharge, he returned to Forest Hill and took up residence on the property now owned by Dexter Farms. Norman never married. He lived in Forest Hill until he moved to a nursing home in Montague. Norman died in 1974 and is buried in the Dundas Cemetery.

NAME: RILEY, PETER ALLAN

PARENTS: Peter & Mary (MacDonald) Riley

BIRTH: June 4, 1889

DEATH: 1968

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Peter was born in Forest Hill on the property now owned by Eldon MacKinnon. He left Forest Hill as a young man and settled in the Boston area. Peter served as a major in the American Services. He did not go overseas. Peter was later an employee of the U.S. Government. He loved to write. Many of Peter’s poems and letters are found in old copies of the Guardian. Peter died in Boston and is buried in the Arlington Cemetery, Massachusetts.

NAME: ROBERTSON, LESLIE MURRAY

PARENTS: Allen & ———— Robertson

BIRTH: 1895

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REG. NO.: 117509

Leslie was born in Mt. Hope. The property is now owned by Whitley Judson. He went west to find work and enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force, from Calgary. After joining, Leslie was attached to the mounted rifles and later transferred to the infantry and was put on a trench mortar gun. He was wounded three times, the last time resulting in the amputation of his leg at the knee.

After his discharge, Leslie took a business course offered by the Dominion Government in Toronto. It is unknown what happened to him after that.

NAME: RUSSELL, GEORGE

PARENTS: James & Mary (Sigsworth) Russell

BIRTH: September 9, 1891

DEATH: March 3, 1965

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George was born in Ashton on the property now owned by Georgina Morrison. He enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force.

After the war, George moved to St. Peter’s Bay, where he lived as a bachelor in the home now owned by Darius Belanger. He died in 1965 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: SANDERSON, CLAYTON

PARENTS: Garbard & Matilda (MacEwen) Sanderson

BIRTH: February 14, 1884

DEATH: January 23, 1919

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Clayton was born in Greenwich on the property later owned by Cyril Sanderson. Clayton enlisted in the 105 th Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas.

After the war, Clayton returned to the old homestead. He died soon after from pneumonia, which was attributed to the conditions he endured while in the trenches overseas. Clayton is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: SANDERSON, HOWARD

PARENTS: Garbard & Matilda (MacEwen) Sanderson

BIRTH: July 14, 1897

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Howard (more commonly known as Tommy), was born in Greenwich on the property later owned by Cyril Sanderson. Tommy enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas.

After his discharge, Tommy went to work in Vancouver, where he died and is buried.

NAME: SANDERSON, JOHN WESLEY

PARENTS: Garbard & Matilda (MacEwen) Sanderson

BIRTH: September 1, 1896

DEATH: September 12, 1973

DATE ENLISTED: April 4, 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: June 9, 1916

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 444184

John was born in Greenwich on the property later owned by Cyril Sanderson. He joined the 55 th New Brunswick Battalion and was sent overseas to England, Belgium and France. He received the British War Medal, the 1914 - 1915 Star and the Victory Medal.

After his discharge, John returned to his home in Greenwich to farm until his retirement in 1947. John moved to Charlottetown, where he lived until his death in 1973. He is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: SANDERSON, MAYNARD WILLIAM

PARENTS: Garbard & Matilda (MacEwen) Sanderson

BIRTH: December 12, 1885

DEATH: March 16, 1953

DATE ENLISTED: November 7, 1914

DATE DISCHARGED: May 9, 1919

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 116842

Maynard was born in Greenwich on the property later owned by Cyril Sanderson. He enlisted in 1914 with the 26 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. Maynard was sent overseas and served in France.

After his discharge, Maynard returned to the home place for a short time, then moved to Liverpool, Nova Scotia. He later returned to the Church Road, P.E.I. and moved to his wife, Pearl’s , former home.

Maynard died in an accident in the woods in 1953. A legion service was held and he is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: SIMONS, DANIEL A.

PARENTS: John McKay & Margaret (MacBeth) Simons

BIRTH: 1890

DEATH: January 21, 1976

DATE ENLISTED: 1914

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RANK: Corporal

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Dan was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Gladdie Squires. He was employed for three years in the post office in Ottawa. When war broke out, Dan enlisted in Ottawa with the Governor General’s Foot Guards and went overseas with the first contingent. He was wounded and taken a prisoner in Langedarcih, Germany.

After his discharge, Dan went to the United States, where he married and lived. He returned occasionally to Cable Head to visit his mother and brother, Joe.

Dan enlisted in the Second World War in the American Forces. He died and is buried in Mohave Valley, Arizona.

NAME: SIMONS, JOHN JOSEPH

PARENTS: John McKay & Margaret (MacBeth) Simons

BIRTH: March 11, 1886

DEATH: April 22, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: August 20, 1914

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RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: 23185

Joseph was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Gladdie Squires. Joe enlisted at the outbreak of the war and left Charlottetown for Valcartier, Quebec in August, 1914. Joe crossed to France with the 12 th Battalion on February 12, 1915. He fought at Langemark and was involved in several other battles that year. In June, 1916, Joe was wounded and after spending two weeks in hospital, he returned to duty.

In June, 1916, he was wounded again at Sanctuary Woods. This time the knuckles of his right hand were shattered by shrapnel and he was sent to England.

In March, 1917, at Fresnoy, Joe was wounded for a third time. This time with a compound fracture by shrapnel. After remaining in a hospital in England until December 31, 1917, he sailed for Canada. He arrived home on January 14, 1918.

Joe was awarded a medal for bravery in the field in 1917.

After Joe’s discharge, he returned to his home in Cable Head West. He was forced to have his leg amputated. As a result of his war wounds, Joe died in 1965, while visiting his brother Dan, in Westminister, California. A legion service was held and he is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: SMITH, JAMES RICHARD

PARENTS: Benjamin & Maryann (Burdge) Smith

BIRTH: November 11, 1887

DEATH: 1975

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Jim was born on the Fortune Road. He enlisted and went to Halifax for service duty.

After the war, Jim returned to his home on the Fortune Road. He remained a bachelor, living with his sister, Janie on the farm. He later lived with Hubert MacIsasc’s family and then moved to a nursing home. He died in 1975 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: STEWART, DONALD M.

PARENTS: Murdock & Effie MacKinnon

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Donald Stewart was born in Point Prim. After the death of his mother, he was brought to Forest Hill and raised by his aunt, Mrs. Murdock MacKinnon. Mrs. MacKinnon’s home is now owned by Neil Garrett.

Donald enlisted in the 82 nd Light Infantry Regiment “A” Company and went to Valcartier, Quebec. He also spent some time in England.

After his discharge, Donald returned to P.E.I. for a short time, then married and moved to the United States, where he studied law and became a lawyer. Donald lived the rest of his life in the U.S., where he died and is buried.

NAME: WALSH, WILLIAM

PARENTS: John & Margaret (Larkin) Walsh

BIRTH: January 6, 1887

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William was born in Cable Head West on the property now owned by Ronald MacDonald. He enlisted in the navy and was sent overseas. Further information on William’s military career is unknown. He later moved to Vancouver, where he died and is buried.

NAME: WILSON, JAMES JOSEPH

PARENTS: John & Margaret (MacLellan) Wilson

BIRTH: July 13, 1886

DEATH: June 20, 1970

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - November 7, 1914 and Second World War - October 6, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: First World War - November 30, 1918 and Second World War - October, 1945

RANK: First World War - Sergeant-Major and Second World War - Sergeant

REG. NO.: First World War - 70025 and Second World War - F1345?

Jimmy was born in Southampton on the property now owned by the Provincial Government. He enlisted with the 26 th Battalion, Canadian Infantry, and later transferred to the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. Jimmy was sent overseas to England, France, Belgium and Holland. He was involved in the battles of Passchendaele, Vimy Ridge and the Somme.

The Canadians were pushed back by the Germans in the battle of the Somme. During this battle, while under fire from the enemy, Jimmy carried the wounded to safety. The name of one of these men was Daryle. He later named his eldest son in remembrance of this man. Jimmy was also gassed during this war.

He received a military medal for his bravery at the battle of the Somme. Jimmy also received the British War Medal, the Victory Medal and the 1914 - 1915 Star. After his discharge, he returned to his home in Southampton. He married, Nellie Trainor and they made their home on the property where the Forestry buildings now stand.

Jimmy enlisted in the Second World War in 1940 in the 6 th “A” Company Veterans Guard. He served mainly in Canada, in Valcartier, St. Stephen, St. Malo, Halifax and Petawawa, where German prisoners were held. Jimmy made one trip overseas to England, but did not get off the ship. He accompanied prisoners back to Canada. He received the Canadian Victory Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star and the War Medal.

After his discharge, Jimmy returned home to Southampton and farmed. He died at the Home for the Aged in Charlottetown. A funeral and legion service was held and he is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: WOOD, HOWARD GUY

PARENTS: Melvin & Georgina (Dingwell) Wood

BIRTH: 1899

DEATH: July 3, 1958

DATE ENLISTED: First World War - 1915

DATE DISCHARGED: First World War - 1918 and Second World War - 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.:

Guy was born in Farmington on the property now owned by Hubert MacLeod. Guy enlisted with the 105 th Battalion and was sent overseas to England, France, Scotland and Germany. After his discharge, he returned to his home in Farmington.

Guy enlisted in the Second World War and was placed on guard duty in Dartmouth. After his discharge, he returned again to Farmington. Guy later moved to Souris, where he operated a store. He died suddenly in 1958 and is buried in the Dundas Cemetery. Guy was married to the former Rebecca Pope of Mt. Hope.

NAME: WOOD, MELVIN CARL

PARENTS: Melvin & Georgina (Dingwell) Wood

BIRTH: June 6, 1901

DEATH: December 13, 1961

DATE ENLISTED: 1917

DATE DISCHARGED: 1918

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.:

Carl was born in Farmington on the property now owned by Hubert MacLeod. Carl enlisted in the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, 5 th Seige Battery. He served overseas as a second paymaster in England and Scotland.

After Carl’s discharge, he returned to Farmington, to farm and operate a sawmill. Carl died in 1961 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

The following is from a paper dated May 25, 1918: “Carl Wood honourable discharged by authorities in England because of age, (too young). He is presently in Charlottetown with the rest of his brave young comrades under quarantine.” The history of the following veterans is incomplete because of the difficulty of obtaining accurate information.

BURNS, WARREN Son of Mr. & Mrs. Burns. He was born in the United States. As a young lad he was brought to his grandparent’s Simons’ home in Cable Head West. At the early age of fifteen, he joined the Navy, but at the end of his service career he did not return to P.E.I., so his whereabouts are unknown.

BYRNE, WILLIAM Parentage is unknown. He enlisted in the 25 th Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force and left for the front lines on February 17, 1915, with St. Peter’s Bay as his address. (Charlottetown Guardian, 1915) and was reported missing in action on October 14, 1916. Unable to trace any whereabouts from this time.

CARR, ARTHUR Ward of Jim and Mary Dower lived on the Sparrow Road. Arthur enlisted with the heavy artillery and was sent overseas. He was wounded in the leg in battle. After the war, Arthur was considered a hobo. He travelled all over the world. In later years, while working in a lumber camp in the Southern States, he was injured. Arthur died from the effects of his injury.

CARROL, LEWIS Came from the Orphanage and lived at the home of John A. MacIntyre, Cable Head and then to Pat MacCarthy’s, Cable Head East. He joined the Army, was sent overseas where he suffered the loss of a leg. After his discharge he returned and lived in Souris for awhile and his later whereabouts are unknown.

CURRIE, GEORGE B. Son of Mr. & Mrs. Archie Currie of Mr. Hope. George was born in 1872. He enlisted in 1915 with the Light Horse Division of the army. George was a private. He was killed in action on March 19, 1918, at the age of 46 in France.

HAYDEN, WILLIAM Son of Crawford & Rowena Hayden, of Greenwich. He moved to a western province and joined a police force. William enlisted from our west and went to England, after the war he remained in England permanently. William is buried in England.

MACDONALD, ANGUS Son of Mr. & Mrs. Alex MacDonald of Mt. Hope. He enlisted with the 128 th Battalion and was sent overseas. Angus contracted measles and developed pneumonia and was sent back to Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. He died on April 15, at the age of 25.

MACDONALD, EWEN Son of Mr. & Mrs. Alex MacDonald, of Mt. Hope. He enlisted with the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force and was sent overseas. He moved to Ontario and died there in May, 1987.

MACKENZIE, JIM Son of Mr. & Mrs. William MacKenzie was born in Cable Head West on a farm next to John Henry Simon’s home. Jim left home as a teenager after his mother’s death. He enlisted in the British Columbia Artillery and no trace of him has been found after this period.

MACKENZIE, PETER Son of Joseph & Catherine MacKenzie, of Cardigan Road. Peter enlisted in the army and was sent overseas, where he was taken prisoner of war in Germany. After his release, Peter returned home to P.E.I. for a short time, then left again for parts unknown.

MACLEOD, FRANK Parentage is unknown. After much research, little could be found about Frank MacLeod. A newspaper clipping dated April 15, 1916 stated he was among recruits for the 105 th Battalion and his address was given as Cable Head West.

MACMILLAN, JOHN A. Son of Mr. & Mrs. John MacMillan, of Corraville, enlisted with the 105 th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. He was killed in action on August 28, 1918, in France.

MACQUEEN, PTE Pte. MacQueen was in a group of men sent overseas. He gave his address as Mt. Hope. No trace had been found on him or his family.

MACSWAIN, J.D. Son of Norman & Belle (Nicholson) MacSwain. He was born in Mt. Hope. He moved to Calgary and was employed as a Conductor with Canadian National Railway. He enlisted from Western Canada and returned there when he was discharged. He retired in Burnaby, British Columbia and is buried there.

NICHOLSON, SAMUEL A. Son of Neil & Mary (MacLeod) Nicholson, of Dundas. He was born on March 3, 1894. Samuel was sent overseas to England, France, Belgium and Germany. He returned to Dundas and died there on April 6, 1949.

World War II 1939 - 1945 Introduction

The Second World War was a global conflict, involving 50 countries. The major battlegrounds included Asia, Europe, North Africa, the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and the Mediterranean Sea.

The Second World War began in September, 1939, as German Armies swept into Poland. Britain and France, honouring their pledge to Poland, declared war on Germany. Canada was quick to support the Allied defence of freedom. The three main causes of the Second World War were: the problems left unsolved by the First World War, the rise of dictatorships and the desire of Germany, Italy and Japan for more territory.

More than one million Canadians and Newfoundlanders joined the Royal Canadian Navy, Army, Air Force and other Allied Forces.

The war moved slowly in the beginning as both sides built and prepared their defences. This lull, known as the “Phony War”, came to a sudden end in April, 1940, when the German troops seized Denmark and invaded Norway. The Allies attempted in vain to defend these small Scandinavian countries but were forced to withdraw.

In May, 1940, the German Army invaded Holland, Luxembourg, Belgium and France. Working with clock-like precision, the Germans pushed the Allies back to the English Channel in the Battle of Dunkirk. Forces were evacuated across the channel to England in every kind of vessel that would float, from freighters to fishing boats. Dunkirk was a disaster with terrible losses. Not only were thousands killed, Allied weapons and equipment - most of which belonged to Britain, were left behind. However, the rescue of so many raised the morale of the British people.

With the Germans attacking from the North and Italy attacking on the Mediterranean front, France surrendered in June, 1940. This left Britian and her counterparts to stand alone against Germany. The Germans did not attack Britain immediately and this hesitation was a plus for the Allies. When the Germans began their daylight attacks, it marked the turning point in the war. Following Dunkirk, Britain still lacked adequate equipment. The 1 st Canadian Division, which still possessed the bulk of the equipment, assumed a position of vital importance. In July, 1940, the Canadians became a part of the 7 th British Army Corps. This new formation was made up of troops from Britain, Canada and New Zealand.

In July, 1940, the Royal Air Force was outnumbered but with better planes and pilots, they shot down so many enemy aircraft the Germans were forced to give up daylight attacks. In September the Germans switched to night raids. By the middle of 1941, the Germans postponed their attempt to conquer Britain by air. This marked the end of the Battle of Britain.

The Royal Canadian Navy was one of the main contenders in the Battle of the Atlantic. The British set up a convoy system for merchant ships sailing the Atlantic from Halifax to the British Isles. Air patrols helped protect the convoys by covering many of the routes. German submarines or U-boats were constantly menacing Allied shipping. The Allies fought the Germans by bombing U-boat bases and factories. During the final two years of the war, the Allies sank submarines faster than the Germans could build them.

In December, 1941, Pearl Harbour was attacked by Japanese and the United States entered the war.

During the raid on Dieppe in July, 1942, the Canadians provided the main assault force. In 1943, the conquest of Sicily was to be a prelude to the invasion of Europe. In June, 1944, now known as D-Day, the Allied forces launched their invasion of Northwest Europe.

The war ended in September, 1945, less than a month after the Americans dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan.

A total of 1,081,865 men and women served in the Canadian Forces in the Second World War. Of these, 41,940 gave their lives. Another 53,145 were wounded. Fatalities from P.E.I. alone totalled 315. In our community of St. Peter’s Bay, 183 men and women served and 22 gave their lives. There were also 32 men who participated in the Home Defence.

During the war years, P.E.I. was an important supplier of food and other commodities. Magazines were sent to military camps for reading materials, and glass, tin foil, waste paper and scrap iron were used in factories as raw materials.

Air Force centres in Charlottetown, Summerside, Mt. Pleasant and Wellington were used as training schools. P.E.I. was strategically important for aircraft flying the North Atlantic. There was also a secret radar base located in Tignish. This base had a range of 450 miles for locating aircraft. It could also locate ships within 40 miles. This base was destroyed after the war in 1945.

Throughout P.E.I., air raid drills and blackouts were held. People were given the following instructions.

Signals: Non essential, but if practicable should be given at beginning and end of blackout by whistles, horns, bells or the like.

Lights: Outside lights and fires to be put out. Inside lights to be put our or prevented from showing any beam or reflection outside, even temporarily an opening of a door or the like. Whole area must remain dark for full period.

Traffic: All except authorized vehicles must stop and remain parked during the whole period and show no light.

Persons: If at home, remain there unless duty or emergency prevents. If elsewhere, remain in shelter. If possible avoid streets and roads. Use care in crossings. Make no light outside. Allow no children out. Avoid excitement, obey rules and instructions of local wardens. Use phone only if necessity.

The Second World War lasted six terrible years. It left behind death and destruction, but also earned Canada the respect of other nations. World War II Fatalities

DOCKENDORFF, CPL. EDGAR JACOB R72726 R.C.A.F. 415 Sqdn. He was killed in action on June 11, 1943. Age 26. Son of Vine Hall and Ester Dockendorff. He is buried in (St. Duthus) Cemetery, Tain, Scotland in Section F, Grave 85.

GRIFFIN, ORD. SMN. JOHN ALBERT V65619 R.C.N.V.R. H.M.C.S. Walleyfield. He was killed in action on May 7, 1944. Age 18. Son of John A. and Mary Griffin. His name is inscribed on Panel 11 of the Halifax Memorial.

LARKIN, PTE. ARTHUR E. F60543 The Cape Breton Highlanders, C.I.C. He was killed in action on December 13, 1944. Age 29. Son of John and Emma Larkin. He is buried in Villanova Canadian War Cemetery, Italy, in Plot VII, Row B, Grave 2.

LEWIS, PTE. DANIEL A. F60615 The West Nova Scotia Regt., C.I.C. He was killed in action on September 13, 1944. Age 26. Son of Ada Lewis. He is buried in Coriano Ridge War Cemetery, Italy, in Plot X, Row A, Grave 3.

MACISAAC, WT. OFFR. II BRENDAN HILARY R124680 R.C.A.F. 296 Sqdn. He was killed in action on October 2, 1943. Age 36. Son of James and Catherine MacIsaac. His name is inscribed on Panel 10, Column 2 of the Malta Memorial.

MACKINNON, PTE. LLOYD J. F60667 The West Nova Scotia Regt., C.I.C. He was killed in action on December 13, 1944. Age 27. Son of Alexander and Catherine MacKinnon. A memorial is located at Ravenna, Italy.

MACLAREN, PTE. JOHN ARCHIBALD F96289 The Cape Breton Highlanders, R.C.I.C. He was killed in action on May 1, 1945. Age 24. Son of Andrew and Ida MacLaren. He is buried in Holten Canadian War Cemetery, Netherlands, in Plot X, Row G, Grave 12.

MACLAREN, PTE. WILLIAM F5738 The Cape Breton Highlanders, C.I.C. He was killed in action on September 13, 1944. Age 31. Son of Russell and Etta MacLaren. He is buried in Coriano Ridge War Cemetery, Italy, in Plot II, Row A, Grave 5.

MACKINNON, CPL. STEPHEN AUGUSTINE F79277 The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry, R.C.I.C. He was killed in action on March 2, 1945. Age 27. Son of Joseph G. and Flora Ann MacKinnon. He is buried in Grosebeek Canadian War Cemetery, France, in Plot XVI, Row B, Grave 7.

MACKINNON, CPL. WILLIAM LEWIS F59880 The North Nova Scotia Highlanders, R.C.I.C.. He was killed in action on June 7, 1944. Age 24. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex MacKinnon. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, France, in Plot XVI, Row B, Grave 7.

MORRISEY, MICHAEL Canadian Merchant Navy. S.S. Maplecourt (Montreal). He was killed in action on February 6, 1941. Age 25. Son of Mr. and Mrs. William Morrisey. His name is inscribed on the Halifax Memorial.

MULLEN, SGT. (NAV.) DANIEL JOSEPH R151170 R.C.A.F. 218 (R.A.F.) Sqdn. He was killed in action on August 28, 1943. Age 25. Son of Daniel and Josephine Mullin. He is buried in Rheinberg War Cemetery, Germany in Plot 21-25, Row G, Grave 9. O’HANLEY, FIREMAN AND TRIMMER ALBERT Canadian Merchant Navy, S.S. Maplecourt (Montreal). He was killed in action on February 6, 1941. Age 25. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel O’Hanley. His name is inscribed on Panel 19 of the Halifax Memorial.

O’HANLEY, FIREMAN AND TRIMMER EARL Canadian Merchant Navy, S.S. Maplecourt (Montreal). He was killed in action on February 6, 1941. Age 31. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard O’Hanley. His name is inscribed on Panel 22 of the Halifax Memorial.

O’HANLEY, PTE. EUGENE B. F59835 1 st Bn. The North Nova Scotia Highlanders R.C.I.C. He was killed in action on June 7, 1944. Age 22. Son of Boniface and Mary Jane O’Hanley. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, France, in Plot II, Row H, Grave 12.

O’HANLEY, FLT. LIEUT (AIR OBS.) GERALD JAMES J10184 R.C.A.F. 102 (R.A.F.) Sqdn. He was killed in action on January 28, 1943. Age 25. Son of Alex and Mary C. O’Hanley. He is buried in Reinchswald Forest War Cemetery, Germany, in Plot 2, Row G, Grave 16.

PRATT, WT. OFFR. I. CHARLES HALBERT R75168 R.C.A.F. 142 Sqdn. He was killed in action on July 7, 1943. Age 26. Son of Charles C. and Olive B. Pratt. His name is inscribed on Panel 10, Column 2 of the Malta Memorial.

SANDERSON, A.B. EARL HENRY V34973 R.C.N.V.R. H.M.C.S. Athabaskan. He was killed in action on April 29, 1944. Age 24. Son of William and Dell Sanderson. His name is inscribed on Panel 11 of the Halifax Memorial.

SANDERSON, PTE, GEORGE ANIES F96319 The West Nova Scotia Regt. R.C.I.C. He was killed in action on October 13, 1943. Age 25. Son of Stainford and Margaret Sanderson. He is buried in Bari War Cemetery, Italy, in Plot III, Row B, Grave 27.

SUTHERLAND, L.A.C. JOHN CYRIL R72988 R.C.A.F. He was killed in action on September 24, 1944. Age 37. Son of John P. and Sarah Sutherland. He is buried in Pheinberg War Cemetery, Germany, in Plot 2, Row K, Grave 24.

SWALLOW, L. CPL. SIDNEY ULYSSES F60669 The North Nova Scotia Highlanders, R.C.I.C. He was killed in action on June 7, 1944. Age 24. Son of Ulysses and Rebecca Swallow. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, France, in Plot XII, Row E, Grave 7.

WILSON, PTE. JAMES G. F82688 The Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders, R.C.I.C. He was killed in action on July 9, 1944. Age 19. Son of James J. and Nellie Wilson. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, France, in Plot XIV, Row F, Grave 15.

NAME: ACORN, WILLIAM DANIEL

PARENTS: Ruben F. & Annie Florence (MacDonald) Acorn

BIRTH: October 6, 1923

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January 8, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: March 23, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F31521

William was born in Forest Hill. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Regiment in Charlottetown. He took his advanced training in Kentville, Nova Scotia, then went to Debert for battle training. After this he left for England and went directly to battle.

William’s company joined the Royal Canadian Regiment, in Ortona, Italy. While there, the regiment captured Florence. The regiment moved on, landing in Marseilles, Southern France, and pushed on to Belgium, Holland and Germany. They accomplished this by walking continuously for four days and four nights. William recalls falling asleep while walking.

William was a Bren gunner in “B” Company. Out of three original lines he was the one remaining recruit. This earned him the title of “the old fellow”. The rest of the crew was sent to other companies, killed or injured in battle.

William’s medals include: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After the war, William volunteered to stay in Amsterdam, Holland with the occupational forces. During this time William visited Rome and Cassino, Italy. While in England, he met his friend, Danny Lewis at Aldershot Provost. Danny wished him good luck on his departure to Italy. A short while later he heard Danny was killed in action.

William married Hilda MacMaster and now resides in Georgetown.

NAME: ANDERSON, JOHN

PARENTS: Lloyd & Abiona (Waye) Anderson

BIRTH: October 16, 1925

DEATH: June 10, 2001

DATE ENLISTED: January, 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: December, 1946

RANK:

REG. NO.: G2730

Jack was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. Jack joined the North Nova Scotia Highlanders from Fredericton and served in Belgium, Holland and Germany.

When the Germans retreated from Belgium, they bombed the Sheldt Estuary and flooded the area. As a result of this encounter, Jack contracted diptheria and was sent home in the spring of 1946. Jack was confined to sick bay on the boat trip home. It was on the boat that he met his boyhood friend, the late Ralph Sanderson, whom he credits with saving his life by feeding him canned peaches.

Jack returned to civilian life and made his home in Hamilton, Ontario, where he resided until the time of his death. Jack married the ‘former Eleanor Jenkins.

NAME: ANDERSON, LLOYD J.

PARENTS: Oliver & Randall (Hayden) Anderson

BIRTH: August 30, 1892

DEATH: February 23, 1975

DATE ENLISTED: 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Lloyd was born in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and served with the Military Police, stationed at the base in Summerside.

After his discharge in 1945, Lloyd returned to the Bay, where he and his wife, Abiona Waye resided. Lloyd died in 1975 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: BARRY, ALEXANDER

PARENTS: John & Margaret (MacIntosh) Barry

BIRTH: August 10, 1901

DEATH: January 20, 1970

DATE ENLISTED: October 1, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: November 21, 1945

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: K16024

Alex was born in St. Peter’s Harbour. After the death of his parents, he went to live with Pius Sutherland’s family in Cable Head East.

Alex joined the 58 th Heavy Battery, serving in Canada, the United Kingdom and central Mediterranean area.

His campaign medals are: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Italy Star, the Defence Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, Alex returned to Cable Head where he married Cecilia Sutherland and raised a family. Alex died in 1975 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: BETTON, JOHN JAMES

PARENTS: George & Isabel Betton

BIRTH: June 22, 1915

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: April 15, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: April 15, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 642841

Jim was born in Manitoba. His parents moved to P.E.I. in the 1930’s and settled in Forest Hill. Jim joined the 3 rd Division of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and was sent overseas. His division was used as an assault troop.

After his discharge, Jim returned to P.E.I. and later moved to Ontario. He married the former Aase Christenson. Jim now resides in Bramalea, Ontario.

NAME: BETTON, RODERICK

PARENTS: George & Isabel Betton

BIRTH: September 25, 1923

DEATH: 1986

DATE ENLISTED: 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: 1944

RANK: Seaman

REG. NO.:

Roddy was born in Manitoba. His parents moved to P.E.I. in the 1930’s and settled in Forest Hill. Roddy joined the navy. During this time he spent about a year in hospital in Halifax.

After his discharge, Roddy returned home to Forest Hill and later moved to Toronto. He died in 1986 and is buried there.

NAME: BURCH, AROL DUNCAN

PARENTS:

BIRTH: February 4, 1919

DEATH: December 26, 1968

DATE ENLISTED: January 27, 1941 and 1954

DATE DISCHARGED: March 12, 1946 and 1968

RANK: Lance Corporal and Sergeant

REG. NO.: F25590

Arol was born in Stewiacke, Nova Scotia. He enlisted in the army with the Royal Canadian Search Light Battery in Halifax. Arol went overseas with the Royal Canadian Artillery and transferred to the Provost Corps prior to serving in Europe. Arol reveived the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star and the Canadian Volunteer Medal and Clasp.

While posted in Halifax, Arol met and married Jean Anderson of St. Peter’s Bay. Following his discharge, he came to St. Peter’s and was employed as a bus driver. After eight years of civilian life Arol re-enlisted in the army. He advanced to the rank of sergeant and remained with the service corps. Arol died in 1968 in Ottawa and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: BURNS, JAMES J.

PARENTS: Harry & Florence (Wilson) Burns

BIRTH: September 25, 1914

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.:

James was born in the United States. He was raised in Southampton, attended St. Dunstans’ University and later returned to the U.S.. James joined the U.S. Air Force and was sent overseas, while there he visited Scotland.

A welder by trade, he returned to the U.S. after his discharge. James married the former Susan Johnston and now lives in Long Beach, California.

NAME: BURNS, MAURICE J.

PARENTS: Harry & Florence (Wilson) Burns

BIRTH: November 27, 1917

DEATH: July 21, 1988

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private 1 st Class

REG. NO.: 20112984

Maurice was born and raised in Southampton. He moved to the United States and joined the U.S. Army, going overseas from New York to France, Belgium and Germany. Maurice first served in the Massachusetts National Guards’ 26 th Division and transferred to the 460 Parachute Troop Field Artillery 101 st Airborne. He was also stationed in Fort Bening, Georgia, Fort Bragg and North Carolina.

After his discharge, Maurice returned to Sommerville, Massachusetts. He died in 1988 and is buried there. Maurice was married to the former Imelda MacKinnon.

NAME: BYRNE, MICHAEL

PARENTS: Gus & Kate O’Hanley

BIRTH: 1906

DEATH: March 31, 1971

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Michael was taken as a child from the orphanage to live with Gus and Kate O’Hanley of St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the P.E.I. Highlanders and was sent to Aldershot in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Michael did not serve overseas.

After his discharge, Michael returned home to the Bay and remained there until his death in 1971. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: CAHILL, JAMES

PARENTS: John & Elizabeth (MacLeod) Cahill

BIRTH: April 26, 1917

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Staff Sergeant

REG. NO.: J93604

Jim Cahill was born and raised in Mt. Hope. He took 14 months of basic training with the engineers U.S. Air Force. He transferred to the Royal Canadian Air Force and was sent to Montreal, where he became a staff sergeant.

Jim was sent overseas to England and Germany. On February 21, 1945, his plane was shot down over Germany and he was taken a prisoner for 70 days. Upon his release, Jim became a pilot officer. At the time of his discharge in Montreal, he was a Flying Officer.

Jim’s medals are as follows: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Defence Medal. After the war, he moved to Townsend, Massachusetts and worked at a paper mill until his retirement. Jim still resides there. NAME: CARR, MARGARET ELIZABETH

PARENTS: John Henry & Helen Mae (MacKenzie) Simons

BIRTH: September 18, 1911

DEATH: September 17, 2000

DATE ENLISTED: July 16, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: December 29, 1945

RANK: Law

REG. NO.: W300474

Betty was born in Cable Head West. She enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in Moncton and was sent to #7 Depot in Rockcliffe, Ontario for a month of basic training. Betty went on to Guelph, Ontario for six weeks training in cookery. She was then posted to Vulcan, Alberta to a flying officers training school, where she worked in the mess hall. From Vulcan, Betty went to Pearce, Alberta, but returned home because of illness. She was later posted to Summerside and received her discharge at the navy barracks, Eastern Command, Halifax. Betty received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal. She also earned the rank of Corporal but, refused the stripes. Betty returned to P.E.I., where she lived until the time of her death. She is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: CURRAN, PIUS FRANCIS (FRANK)

PARENTS: James & Annie (Walsh) Curran

BIRTH: May 13, 1901

DEATH: April 19, 1980

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.:

Frank was born in Mt. Hope on the property opposite the land now occupied by Jack Sheehan’s family. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and was stationed at the air base in Summerside. Frank did not go overseas.

Frank was treated in Camp Hill Hospital for an injury he received before being discharged. He became a friend to the many wounded who were returning from overseas at that time. Frank spent hours of his time entertaining the sick and injured by reading and writing for them. He also passed many hours pleasantly for our boys in Camp Hill Hospital, Halifax by telling stories.

After his discharge, Frank returned to his brother Fred’s home in Farmington. He later went to work as a watchman at the docks in Saint John. While working at a mill in Saint John’s, Frank received burns in a fire. He returned to Farmington and resided there until he moved to Colville Manor in Souris. Frank died in 1980 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: DAVEY, VERNON LIVINGSTONE

PARENTS: Benjamin & Mary (Livingstone) Davey

BIRTH: February 15, 1900

DEATH: May 10, 1978

DATE ENLISTED: December 12, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: April 11, 1942

RANK: AC 2

REG. NO.: R137857

Vernon was born in Murray Harbour. When he was very young, his family moved to Forest Hill. Vernon joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and worked with the Service Police. He was in the service for a short time before being discharged as physically unfit. He returned to Forest Hill and operated a small fruit farm. He died in 1978 and is buried in the Dundas Cemetery.

NAME: DOCKENDORFF, EDGAR JACOB

PARENTS: Vine Hall & Ester C. (Compton) Dockendorff

BIRTH: December 31, 1917

DEATH: June 11, 1943

DATE ENLISTED: July, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Corporal Flight Engineer

REG. NO.: R72726

Edgar was born and raised in Mt. Hope. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, 415 Squadron, as a flight engineer and was sent overseas. While flying out of Tain, near Edinburg, Scotland, on a North Sea submarine patrol, Edgar was killed when his plane collided with another.

He had been married less than a year. Edgar’s widow, Marion Hume, resides in Charlottetown. Edgar is buried in Tain, in St. Duthus Cemetery, Section F, Grave 85.

NAME: DOCKENDORFF, GORDON WARREN

PARENTS: Vine Hall & Ester C. (Compton) Dockendorff

BIRTH: November 23, 1924

DEATH: September 1, 2006

DATE ENLISTED: August 18, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: October 28, 1945

RANK: Leading Aircraft

REG. NO.: R174742

Gordon was born and educated in Mt. Hope. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in Charlottetown and Moncton. Gordon studied in radio school in Saint John and went to Lachine, Quebec for basic training. He attended #1 wireless school in Montreal and became a wireless operator.

Gordon was posted to Summerside, Goose Bay, Labrador and then returned to Summerside. While there, he participated in manoeuvres known as dusk and dawn patrol. The purpose of this mission was to search and destroy any submarines in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Gordon also spent a summer on an air force boat patrolling off the coast of Labrador as a radio operator. Gordon received the following medals for his military service: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Defence Medal and the Voluntary Service Medal and Clasp. After his discharge, Gordon returned to P.E.I.and married Joyce MacKay.

NAME: DOUCETTE, MAURICE ANTHONY

PARENTS: Henry & Rose (Gallant) Doucette

BIRTH: December 15, 1907

DEATH: June 26, 1962

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

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Maurice was born in St. Charles. After his marriage to the former Gertrude Gallant, he moved to Five Houses. He enlisted in the army.

After his discharge, Maurice spent a short time at Five Houses, later moving his family back to St. Charles where he resided until his death in 1962. Maurice is buried in the St. Charles Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: DWAN, JOSEPH GERARD

PARENTS: Patrick & Hannah (Flynn) Dwan

BIRTH: May 5, 1921

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: December, 1943 and 1948

DATE DISCHARGED: May, 1947 and 1951

RANK: Chief Petty Officer

REG. NO.: V77590

Gerard was born and educated on the Fortune Road. He was in the Reserve Navy for two years before enlisting in active service in the Royal Canadian Navy in Saint John. Gerard sailed overseas on various ships. The only port he docked in was in Londonderry, Ireland. He was on the aircraft carrier the Magnificent on D-Day.

After the war, Gerard joined the Reserve Navy again. He visited numerous countries around the world. After his discharge in 1951, Gerard moved to the United States and is now a designer - builder. He resides in Lynn, Massachusetts with his wife, Rose Gillis. They return each summer to their cottage on the Fortune Road.

NAME: GARRETT, SAMUEL

PARENTS: Joshua & Isabella (MacKinnon) Garrett

BIRTH: November 11, 1898

DEATH: May 18, 1977

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.: R11286

Sam was born in Cable Heat West. He worked around this area as a labourer. Sam made several trips to Western Canada. He also worked in the Lowell and Boston area. Sam returned to P.E.I., married Mary Elizabeth Taylor and bought a farm in Forest Hill.

Sam enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, security division. He never left Canada, but was stationed in Lachine, Quebec and Summerside, P.E.I..

After his discharge, Sam returned to Forest Hill and worked for a period of time with the Department of Highways as a machine operator. After his retirement he sold the farm in Forest Hill and bought one in Strathcona. Sam lived there until his death in 1977. He is buried in the Dundas Cemetery. NAME: GILLIS, ADOLPHUS

PARENTS: John D. & Catherine (Campbell) Gillis

BIRTH: November 21, 1903

DEATH: February, 1990

DATE ENLISTED: September 29, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: July 2, 1946

RANK: Major

REG. NO.:

Adolphus was born and received his early education in St. Peter’s Bay. He attended high school at St. Dunstan’s University and went on to study for the priesthood at a seminary in Edmonton. He was ordained and said his first Mass at St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church on December 15, 1929.

When war broke out, Father Dolph enlisted in the army and became a Major after joining the H.Q. Engineers, 3 rd Division. His first year of service was covering the Costal Defences in Nova Scotia. Father Dolph served as a Chaplin in Great Britain, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He received the General Service and the Western Service Medals in recognition of his war efforts.

After his discharge in 1946, Father Dolph worked at the Extension Department at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. He was then sent to Edmonton, where he worked in a parish. In 1979, Father Dolph celebrated his 50 th anniversary of priesthood, also marking the occasion back home at the Bay with his family during the summer of 1979. Father Dolph retired and continued living in Edmonton until the time of his death.

NAME: GILLIS, JOHN CHARLES

PARENTS: Joseph A. & Mary (Montgomery) Gillis

BIRTH: June 24, 1921

DEATH: July 23, 1977

DATE ENLISTED: October 21, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: May 29, 1946

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: R190276

Charlie was born in Greenwich. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in Charlottetown in 1942. Charlie was stationed in Bagotville and Arvida, Quebec. He received his basic training outside of Toronto, working as ground support during the war. He did not go overseas.

After his discharge in 1946, Charlie made his home in Montreal. He married the former Mary Williamson. They died in a car accident in 1977 and are buried in Montreal.

NAME: GILLIS, KATHERINE C. (SIEVERT)

PARENTS: Donald & Lillian (Stead) Gillis

BIRTH: July 10, 1922

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: May 18, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: May 22, 1946

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: W303366

Katherine was born and raised in Forest Hill. She joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and served in Canada. She recalls one experience, while hitchhiking to Rockcliffe Air Base in Ottawa, she was picked up by Prime Minister MacKenzie King, who was on his way to pick up some V.I.P..

After her discharge, Katherine returned to Forest Hill and later married Christopher Sievert. She now resides in Agincourt, Ontario.

NAME: GILLIS, SADIE ELIZABETH (KING)

PARENTS: Donald & Lillian (Stead) Gillis

BIRTH: May 2, 1924

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: October, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: July 1, 1946

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: W6355

Sadie was born and raised in Forest Hill. She enlisted in Halifax in the Royal Canadian Army Department of Social Services, earning the rank of Corporal. After her enlistment from Halifax, Sadie went to Kitchener, Saskatoon, Fredericton and Saint John. She returned to Halifax where she received her discharge. Sadie received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal for her participation during the war.

Sadie married Everett King in Halifax and they went to live in St. Catherines, Ontario. She later returned to the Island and now resides in Montague.

NAME: GRIFFIN, JOSEPH ALBERT

PARENTS: John & Mary (MacIsaac) Griffin

BIRTH: June 22, 1926

DEATH: May 7, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Ordinary Seaman

REG. NO.: V65619

Abbie was born in Cable Head East. He attended school in St. Peter’s Bay. Abbie joined the Royal Canadian Navy Voluntary Reserve in 1943. He was given very short training before being sent to sea. It is reported that he did not get a leave to come home before being sent to a theatre of war. In one of his letters to a friend, he said that he could see the shore of P.E.I. quite clear through the field glasses. He recognized many of the homes in Cable Head. At one of the homes he could see a wedding where a crowd was visible to him from aboard ship. About a year later he was lost at sea when his ship, the Valleyfield, was torpedoed. He was only 18 years old. His name is inscribed on the Halifax Memorial in Point Pleasant Park, Panel 11 in Halifax.

NAME: HAYDEN, MICHAEL JOHN

PARENTS: Howard & Gertrude (Morrissey) Hayden

BIRTH: January 1, 1921

DEATH: October, 1978

DATE ENLISTED: 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Michael was born and raised on the Milburn Road. He enlisted in the army as a private and was sent overseas. Michael also served overseas for three years in the Korean War.

After his discharge, Michael returned to the Milburn Road where he remained until his death in 1978, He is buried in St. Tersea The Little Flower Church Cemetery in Morell.

NAME: JUDSON, DALE A.

PARENTS: George & Edith (Dockendorff) Judson

BIRTH: 1900

DEATH: May, 1986

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Dale was born in Alexandria. He served with the military in the First World War. In the Second World War, Dale enlisted in the P.E.I. Highlanders and transferred to the North Novas Service Corps before being sent overseas. While overseas, he went to England, Normandy and France. It was there that Dale was shell shocked, suffering an eardrum injury. He was sent back to England.

Dale married the former Annabelle MacDonald. He died in 1986 and is buried in the Dundas Cemetery.

NAME: JUDSON, GEORGE ANSEL

PARENTS: Adoniram & Lulu (Dockendorff) Judson

BIRTH: January 7, 1923

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: November, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: October, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: R201815

Ansel was born in Mt. Hope. In 1942 he enlisted in the Air Force in Summerside. He went to Saint John Wireless School, Ruthens Radio School and to #1 Wireless School in Montreal. Ansel was posted to Gander, Newfoundland. He received his discharge in Moncton.

In 1952, Ansel rejoined the service. While overseas he married Madge McDonough from Dublin, Ireland. In 1972, he obtained his discharge. His medals include: the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Long Service Medal.

Ansel returned to live in Mt. Hope and worked at Brudenell Golf Course. He is now retired and resides in Mt. Hope.

NAME: KING, JOHN THOMAS

PARENTS: Simon & Melinda (Gotell) King

BIRTH: May 18, 1913

DEATH: June 11, 1988

DATE ENLISTED: February 3, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: May 29, 1946

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F96432

John was born and educated in Georgetown. He joined the P.E.I. Highlanders and then transferred to the North Novas Service Corps. He enlisted in Charlottetown and went to Halifax, Debert and Aldershot, where he cooked mostly for officers. John earned the rank of corporal and received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

John married Theresa MacKinnon of Goose River. After his discharge in 1946, John and his wife took up residence in Goose River. He died in June, 1988 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LADNER, WARREN J.

PARENTS: John & Florence (Warren) Ladner

BIRTH: 1920

DEATH: 1980

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Petty Officer

REG. NO.:

Warren was born in St. Peter’s Bay in the house opposite the former Albert Quigley property. He joined the navy in Halifax in 1941. Warren was sent overseas to Europe, South Africa and the Mediterranean. He trained on several ships in the Baltic Sea. Warren was an electrical technician in charge of power distribution and lighting on the ship.

Warren returned to Charlottetown after his discharge and went to Halifax, where he operated a shoe store. He married the former Evelyn Ramsey. Warren died in 1980 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: LARKIN, ALEXANDER J. (A.J.)

PARENTS: John A. & Catherine (MacPhee) Larkin

BIRTH: January 24, 1920

DEATH: August, 2002

DATE ENLISTED: May 15, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: August 16, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F10661

A.J. was born and raised in Farmington. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Ordinance Corps. A.J. spent his enlistment time serving in Halifax.

He married Mary MacDonald of Cable Head. After his discharge, A.J. returned to Farmington after spending a few months in his father-in-law’s home recuperating from rheumatic fever.

A.J. built a new house in Cable Head, where he and his wife, Mary resided in their retirement. His medals were lost in a fire at his parents home, so he could not identify them. A.J. is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LARKIN, ARTHUR E.

PARENTS: John & Emma (Phalen) Larkin

BIRTH: October 10, 1915

DEATH: December 13, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: October, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F60543

Arthur was born and educated on the Fortune Road. He enlisted in the Army and was stationed first at Citadel Hill, Halifax and then later at Gander, Newfoundland.

Early in 1944, Arthur joined the Cap Breton Highlanders in Scotland. During that year he went on a large convoy to Italy and fought with the Cape Breton Highlanders, First Division. In December, 1944, Arthur was killed in Italy at the age of 29.

He is buried in Villanova Canadian War Cemetery, Italy in Plot VII, Row B, Grave 2.

NAME: LARKIN, EDITH (BURROUGHS)

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: April 10, 1923

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: June 18, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: October 2, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: W304957

Edith was born and educated on the Fortune Road. She enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and advanced to the rank of Corporal. After her enlistment, Edith took basic training in Rockcliffe, Ontario. She was posted at Mont Joli, St. Hubert and #1 Wireless School in Montreal. Edith graduated as a wireless operator, with a certificate for 25 wpm and was sent to Halifax for the duration of service.

In recognition of her war efforts, Edith received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After her return to civilian life, Edith married and is now Mrs. Burroughs. She lives in Eaglesham, Alberta.

NAME: LARKIN, FRANCIS (FRANK) JAMES

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: June 23, 1916

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: July 2, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: October, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F60354

Frank was born and educated on the Fortune Road. He enlisted in the North Nova Highlanders with the 2nd Armored Brigade. Frank was stationed in Amgerst, Debert and Halifax. He was sent overseas and spent three years in England. Frank took command training in Scotland before serving in France, Germany, Belgium and Holland.

Frank received his discharge in 1945 in Halifax and was presented with the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Defence Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

He returned to the Bay where he and his late wife, Dottie MacLaren, lived for a short time. Frank moved to Carleton Siding and was employed with the Canadian National Railway. Frank died and is buried in Borden, PE.

NAME: LARKIN, FRED

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: June 19, 1917

DEATH: August 2, 1964

DATE ENLISTED: April 4, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: September 21, 1945

RANK: Petty Officer

REG. NO.: V1529

Fred was born and educated on the Fortune Road. He enlisted with the navy in Charlottetown and served in Canada and on the high seas. Two of the several ships that Fred served on, included the HMCS Assinaboin and the HMCS Stadacona. He made 20 trips across the Atlantic in wartime and several more in peacetime, visiting many ports throughout the world.

He earned the following medals: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the George VI Medal, the Elizabeth II Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star and the Atlantic Star. After the war was over, Fred remained a civilian for seven years before joining the regular forces in October, 1952. Fred and his wife, Anna MacKinnon, made their home in Halifax. Fred died in 1964, while still in the services and is buried in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Halifax.

NAME: LARKIN, MATILDA (MOORE)

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: February 1, 1922

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: June 29, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: November 24, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: W4280

Matilda was born and educated on the Fortune Road. She enlisted in the Army and was stationed at #1 Static Base Laundry in Borden, England. It was a 24 hour operated base manned by Canadian men and women. There were 300 or more in the unit. Many soldiers were sent from battle to rest at this base before being sent home. Matilda was a cook in the officers mess and the usual fare was Australian mutton. To this day, Matilda won’t eat lamb.

Her campaign medals include: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the Defence Medal.

After her service, Matilda married and became Mrs. Moore. She resides in Burlington, Ontario.

NAME: LARKIN, PHILIP D.

PARENTS: John & Emma (Phelan) Larkin

BIRTH: September 4, 1917

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: April 4, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: December 6, 1945

RANK: Trooper

REG. NO.: F77759

Philip was born and raised on the Fortune Road. He enlisted in the Army and joined the P.E.I. Lighthorse Infantry. Philip went to Camp Borden, Ontario and became a squadron leader in the 1 st Canadian Armored Brigade, 5 th Division. While in England, in 1943, he was injured in a motorcycle accident and was confined to a hospital. Philip later went to France as a dispatch rider, and eventually served in Germany. In 1945 he was confined to a hospital in Belgium with jaundice.

In recognition of his service career, Philip received the following medals: the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star and the Defence Medal.

After his discharge, Philip made his home in Ontario, where he still resides. NAME: LARKIN, RETA C. (KENNEDY)

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: August 12, 1924

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: May 5, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: April 17, 1945

RANK: Leading Wren

REG. NO.: W1918

Reta was born and educated on the Fortune Road. She took her basic training at HMCS Bytown Division, #1 Galt Training Establishment. Reta was drafted to the HMCS Conestoga, then to HMCS Stadacona, Protector, Peregrine and finally was discharged at the Queen Charlotte Armories.

Reta received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Ribbon. Following her time in the service, Reta married Donald Kennedy and now resides in Camrose, Alberta.

NAME: LARKIN, STEPHEN L.

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: February 21, 1920

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: September 2, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: April 3, 1945

RANK: Private/Gunner

REG. NO.: F66620

Stephen was born and raised on the Fortune Road. He enlisted in the 3 rd Division, North Nova Scotia Highlanders. Stephen was sent overseas and wounded in Rimini, Italy. He spent some time hospitalized in England, Italy, Halifax and for two years he recuperated at the Queen Military Hospital in Montreal. Upon leaving the hospital, Stephen went to Ontario.

For his contribution to the service, he received the following medals: the Volunteer Service Medal, the Defence Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Italy Star and the 1939 - 1945 Star.

Stephen later returned to P.E.I. and worked at the Morell Co-op. He moved on to Halifax, where he worked with Fair Aviation Ltd. Stephen then went to work at the dock yards where he is still employed. He is married to the former Laurena Osborne and they live in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia. Stephen is president of No. 164 Legion there.

NAME: LARKIN, WENCIL CHARLES

PARENTS: John A. & Catherine (MacPhee) Larkin

BIRTH: September 24, 1922

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January 12, 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: August 1, 1944

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F57949

Wencil was born and raised in Farmington. He enlisted in the P.E.I. Highlanders and took his basic training in Yarmouth. Wencil became ill and was hospitalized in Beach Grove and later sent to hospital in Debert, Nova Scotia and then on to Camp Hill Hospital. After that he was given a medical discharge.

Wencil returned to Farmington after recovering and went to work in the woods in Nova Scotia. He later moved to Quincy, Massachusetts, where he worked as a carpenter. Wencil and his wife, Anne MacDonald, maintain a summer home in Cable Head.

NAME: LEDWELL, JOHN RICHARD

PARENTS: Thomas & Anna (Gillis) Ledwell

BIRTH: October 20, 1923

DEATH: 1997

DATE ENLISTED: September 3, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: October 17, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F26379

Richard was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted with the Royal Canadian Corps Signals in Charlottetown. Richard went right into the service in Cape Breton and then on to Kingston, Ontario. Richard went overseas from Kingston after a stop-over in Halifax.

His group sailed on to Scythia, to Greenock outside Glasgow. After a one month stay in Aldershot, he went on to Ashstead in Surrey, England for three years. In October, 1943, Richard’s unit went to Italy and Sicily. He had his first war experience in Ortona, Italy. During mid April, the troops moved on to Cassino, Italy, where the biggest artillery barrage of the Second World War occurred. About mid May, 1944, they marched through Italy on the Adriatic side toward Venice. However, they were stopped 25 miles short of the target.

In December, 1944, they were moved to Holland and saw action at Nijmegan. In mid March, 1945, they went to Arnhem and about 15 miles north west hostilities ceased. From here they went on to Alkmaar, Netherlands, where the troops took possession of a German Headquarters. After Alkmaar, they went to England for a couple of months before returning to Canada in early September, 1945.

Richard contracted malaria and returned on a hospital ship. He was discharged in 1945. He was given the following medals for his contribution to the services: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, the Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Richard attended McGill University and studied engineering. He worked in Quebec for approximately 27 years. He also worked for a time in Labrador and Guatemala. Richard retired and resided with his wife, Claire Griffeth, in Lakeside during the summer months. Richard passed away and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LESLIE, JOSEPH PETER

PARENTS: Freeman & Florence (Larkin) Leslie

BIRTH: March 8, 1913

DEATH: March 4, 1991

DATE ENLISTED: September 1, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: October, 1946

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F59858

Joe was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay . He enlisted with the P.E.I. Highlanders in Charlottetown in 1939. Joe went on to Dartmouth, Quebec City, Newfoundland, Debert, Vancouver and finally overseas to Scotland, France and Holland.

Joe received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Defence Medal.

Joe married Marie Peters in Halifax during the war. After his discharge, they returned to the Bay, where Joe ran a service station. In later years they sold their business and moved to Charlottetown where they lived until Marie’s death in February, 1985. Joe resided in Charlottetown until the time of his death. He is buried in St. Peter’s Bay.

NAME: LEWIS, ALFRED JAMES

PARENTS: William & Elsie (Sawyer) Lewis

BIRTH: February, 1919

DEATH: July 25, 1975

DATE ENLISTED: December 3, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: January 18, 1944

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F31429

Alfie was born in British Columbia. His family moved to Greenwich. Alfie enlisted in No. 6 District Depot in Charlottetown. Little information is available on his service record.

After his release, Alfie returned to his father’s home and farmed with his brother Bobby. He married Gladys Compton and bought a farm in Cable Head. Alfie later sold it and moved to Montreal, where he was employed at McGill University in the printing department. He died in Cable Head while on vacation in 1975. Alfie is buried in the Church of Scotland Cemetery, in Bangor.

NAME: LEWIS, DANIEL A.

PARENTS: Daniel & Ada (MacPhee) Lewis

BIRTH: July 31, 1917

DEATH: September 13, 1944

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F60615

Daniel was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the West Nova Scotia Regiment and was sent overseas. Danny was killed in battle in September, 1944, in Italy. He is buried in Coriano Ridge War Cemetery, Italy, Plot X, Row A, Grave 3.

NAME: LEWIS, GREGORY

PARENTS: Daniel & Ada (MacPhee) Lewis

BIRTH: April 16, 1908

DEATH: July 26, 1981

DATE ENLISTED: August, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: 1941

RANK: Lance/Corporal

REG. NO.:

Greg was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the P.E.I. Highlanders. In September, 1939 Greg married Len Murphy of Morell at 6:00 am before leaving that evening by train for Halifax. He spent a year in Halifax. Greg returned to Charlottetown and remained there until his death in 1981. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LEWIS, JEROME

PARENTS: Daniel & Ada (MacPhee) Lewis

BIRTH: August 28, 1920

DEATH: February 7, 1984

DATE ENLISTED: September 1, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: February 4, 1942

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F59831

Jerome was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Army in 1939 in Charlottetown and was stationed in Gander, Newfoundland and Halifax. In recognition of his military service, Jerome received the Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Jerome returned to St. Peter’s where he and his wife, Penny Wilson, made a home and raised a large family. He worked at a local service station for many years and later at the provincial park. Jerome died in 1984 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: LEWIS, WILLIAM JAMES

PARENTS: Daniel & Ada (MacPhee) Lewis

BIRTH: April 16, 1912

DEATH: September 10, 1949

DATE ENLISTED: May 26, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: May 19, 1943

RANK: AC 2

REG. NO.: R72927

James was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and was stationed in Dafoe, Manitoba.

James became ill and received a medical discharge. He spent many weeks in and out of hospital in Charlottetown and was transferred to Sunnybrook Veterans Hospital in Toronto in May, 1949. James died at the hospital in September, 1949. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery. James was married to the former Gladys Harper.

NAME: MACAULAY, CLARENCE

PARENTS: Michael & Matilda (MacKinnon) MacAulay

BIRTH: August 18, 1909

DEATH: December 11, 1979

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Stoker

REG. NO.: 197411

Clarence was born and educated in Southampton. He enlisted in the merchant marine and went overseas to England. While there, Clarence joined the British Navy and served for the duration of the war. He married Louisa Ann Thompson, in England in October, 1944. Clarence received the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Atlantic Star, the Africa Star, the Burma Star, the Italy Star and the India Star.

After his discharge, he and his wife returned to his parent’s home in Southampton. Clarence worked in the woods in P.E.I. and Nova Scotia. He later went to work with the CNR car ferry in Borden and in the powerhouse in Cape Tormentine. Clarence moved to Port Elgin, New Brunswick, where he resided until his death in 1979. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACAULAY, GEORGE FRANKLIN

PARENTS: Franklin & Helen (MacPhee) MacAulay

BIRTH: March 25, 1918

DEATH: November 27, 1964

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: November 30, 1945

RANK: Lance/Corporal

REG. NO.: F5564

George was born and educated in Southampton. He joined the Provost Corps. 10 th Infantry Brigade. George served in Canada, United Kingdom and North West Europe. He received the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After George returned to civilian life, he worked in the mines in Elliot Lake, Ontario. He later returned to Southampton to live. George also worked with CNR ferries in Borden. He died en route to work in 1964. George is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACAULAY, MALCOLM DANIEL

PARENTS: Michael D. & Matilda (MacKinnon) MacAulay

BIRTH: September 18, 1916

DEATH: December 8, 1984

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

M.D. was born and educated in Southampton. He joined the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and served in Charlottetown, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. M.D. received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, M.D. returned to Southampton and worked with a local farmer and merchant for several years. After retiring, he made his home on the Sparrow Road. Malcolm died in 1984 and is buried in St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACAULAY, ROBERT EMMETT

PARENTS: Michael & Matilda (MacKinnon) MacAulay

BIRTH: April 30, 1919

DEATH: May 22, 1987

DATE ENLISTED: July 2, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: October 13, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F60359

Emmett was born and educated in Southampton. He joined the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and served in England, France, Germany and Holland. In recognition of his war efforts, Emmett received the following medals: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the 1939 - 1945 Star and the Defence Medal.

After his discharge, Emmett married Beatty Wilson and they made their home in Dorchester, Massachusetts. He died in 1987 and is buried there.

NAME: MACAULAY, RONALD J.

PARENTS: Michael & Matilda (MacKinnon) MacAulay

BIRTH: October 13, 1923

DEATH: April, 2004

DATE ENLISTED: January 8, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: September 9, 1946

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: F31528

Ronald was born and educated in Southampton. He enlisted with the Canadian Infantry Corps. Ronald spent two years as an instructor at the Advanced Infantry Training Centre in Aldershot, Nova Scotia. He volunteered for the Pacific area and was in training at Fort Benning, Georgia when the war ended. Ronald spent the following year at Petawawa, Halifax, Debert and the National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa. He received the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for his military service.

Ronald was discharged at Military District #4 in Montreal, Quebec. After his return to civilian life he went to live in Montreal. Ronald married the former Patricia Flood. He retired and moved to Cornwall, P.E.I., until the time of his death.

NAME: MACCALLUM, KENNETH E. (BUS)

PARENTS: Ebenezer & Lottie (Sanderson) MacCallum

BIRTH: February 4, 1915

DEATH: August 31, 1991

DATE ENLISTED: August 28, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: November, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: R72562

Bus was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force with the service police. Since there was no need for more service police, Bus was assigned to guard duty. He trained in Rockcliffe, Ontario and was stationed in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, where he was trained for security against sabotage. Bus spent some time in Air Force stations in Kamloops, British Columbia and Coal Harbour, British Columbia. He was assigned guard duty in Toronto and while there he became, corporal of the guard, supervising other men. For his efforts he was paid five cents an hour.

After is discharge, Bus returned to the Bay and operated a grocery store. He worked as a cook on CNR car ferry Abegweit, a cook on DOT Ship Tupper and with the Department of Public Works on the Dredge. Bus retired and lived with his wife, Mary MacEachern, in St. Peter’s until the time of his death. He is buried in St. Peter’s Bay. NAME: MACDONALD, BERNARD J.

PARENTS: Henry & Mary Jane (MacKinnon) MacDonald

BIRTH: June 5, 1908

DEATH: August 28, 1953

DATE ENLISTED: September 24, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: March 27, 1946

RANK: A/CL

REG. NO.: R267839

Bernard was born and educated in Cable Head. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in Moncton. Bernard was an aircraftsman, 1 st Class. He served in Canada aboard the Royal Canadian Air Force Marine Craft and in Newfoundland. Bernard received the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Bernard returned to Cable Head where he was a fisherman until his death in 1953. Bernard is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACDONALD, CHARLES J.

PARENTS: Henry & Mary Jane (MacKinnon) MacDonald

BIRTH: July 27, 1919

DEATH: January 20, 1997

DATE ENLISTED: October 2, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: April 3, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F79335

Charles was born and educated in Cable Head. He joined the 1 st West Nova Scotia Regiment and was posted overseas to England. Charles was sent to Sicily to fight. He contracted malaria and was hospitalized in North Africa. Charles returned to Italy and moved on to France and Holland. In recognition of his war effort, Charles received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Defence Medal.

He returned to England, where he married Elizabeth Boultwood. Charles then returned to Canada and received his discharge in Halifax. He moved to Cable Head, where he farmed and fished and later moved to St. Peter’s Bay. Charles retired and moved to Forest Hill, where he resided until the time of his death.

NAME: MACDONALD, DANIEL J.

PARENTS: Dougald & Annie (MacDonald) MacDonald

BIRTH: March 10, 1910

DEATH: September 19, 1987

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Daniel was born in Woodville Mills. He joined the Army and was sent overseas. While in Scotland, he married Inez, a Scottish lass.

After his discharge, Daniel returned to live on the Cardigan Road, moved to Charlottetown and later to Toronto, Ontario. He died in September, 1987 and is buried in Toronto.

NAME: MACDONALD, GEORGINA

PARENTS: Stephen & Mary Ellen (Flynn) MacDonald

BIRTH: January 10, 1914

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Georgina was born and educated in Farmington. She joined the Royal Canadian Air Force.

After her discharge, Georgina made her home in the United States, where she lived and died. Georgina is buried in Massachusetts.

NAME: MACDONALD, H. O. (HILARY)

PARENTS: Richard & Margaret (Cahill) MacDonald

BIRTH: August 6, 1921

DEATH: February 23, 1995

DATE ENLISTED: August, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: March 16, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: 610537

Hilary was born and raised in Farmington. He joined the Army and spent three years serving in Canada. Hilary received his discharge to return home to run the family farm. After his return to Farmington, he married the former Viola MacKinnon and operated a small farm. Hilary is buried in St. Charles, PE.

NAME: MACDONALD, HUGH B.

PARENTS: Donald Aeneas & Josephine (MacEachern) MacDonald

BIRTH: April 8, 1914

DEATH: March 18, 1975

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: May, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F60554

Hugh was born in Rock Barra. He moved to Cable Head East to fish. Hugh met and married Jean MacDonald. After his marriage, he enlisted in the P.E.I. Highlanders and transferred to the Cape Breton Highlanders. Hugh was stationed in Newfoundland, England, Italy and Belgium. For his participation in the services, Hugh received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Italy Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal. Hugh returned from overseas to St. Mary’s Military Hospital for back treatment.

After his discharge, Hugh returned to Cable Head for a short time. He later moved to St. Margaret’s and then to Naufrage, where he operated the Light House until the system was automated. He and his family maintained the residence until his early and untimely death. Hugh died in 1975 and is buried in the St. Margaret’s Church Cemetery. NAME: MACDONALD, JAMES ANDREW

PARENTS: Dougald & Annie (MacDonald) MacDonald

BIRTH: December 22, 1911

DEATH: November 30, 1996

DATE ENLISTED: May 12, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: December 3, 1945

RANK: Trooper

REG. NO.: F30630

Jim (more commonly know as Jim Dougal) was born and raised on the Cardigan Road. He joined the Army and was posted overseas. Jim served in England, North Africa, Sicily, Italy, Belgium and Holland. He mostly drove trucks, turning down a chance to drive a tank at 25 cents a day.

In recognition of his war efforts, Jim Dougal received the following medals: the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Jim Dougal returned to live at his home in St. Peter’s Bay. He then retired moved to Charlottetown, where he resided until the time of his death. Jim is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACDONALD, JOHN (JACK) DAMIEN

PARENTS: Richard & Margaret (Cahill) MacDonald

BIRTH: September 11, 1905

DEATH: December 2, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Shipwright

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Jack was born in Dingwell’s Mills. He later moved with his family to Farmington. Jack was in the Home Defence and later joined the Merchant Marines. He travelled all over the world on the ship Yarmouth, as a shipwright. The country he liked best was Marocco.

Jack returned to his home in Farmington. After his marriage to Mary MacCormack, he moved to Selkirk and bought a farm. Jack later sold the farm and purchased another on the Souris Line Road. He remained there until his death in 1965. Jack is buried in the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Cemetery, Souris.

NAME: MACDONALD, KENNETH V.

PARENTS: John D. & Mary (MacCormack) MacDonald

BIRTH: January 15, 1919

DEATH: June, 2002

DATE ENLISTED: July 18, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: October 15, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: R104334

Kenneth was born and raised in St. Margaret’s. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, marine section. Kenneth was sent overseas to England and France. He received the following medals for his service: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Canadian Forces Decoration Long Service Medal.

After Kenneth’s return to civilian life, he bought property in Greenwich, where he and his wife, Annie MacKenzie lived for a short time. Kenneth is buried in St. Peter’s Bay.

NAME: MACDONALD, JOSEPH E.

PARENTS: Stephen & Mary Ellen (Flynn) MacDonald

BIRTH: March 13, 1920

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: November, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: March, 1946

RANK: L.A.C.

REG. NO.: R112385

Joseph was born and raised in Farmington. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as a leading aircraftsman, serving in the north Atlantic and Canada.

After his discharge, Joe returned to Canada and made his home in London, Ontario.

NAME: MACDONALD, LAWRENCE

PARENTS: Richard & Margaret (Cahill) MacDonald

BIRTH: January 21, 1911

DEATH: August 28, 1965

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Lawrence was born in Dingwell’s Mills. He later moved with his family to Farmington. Lawrence enlisted in the Army and joined the tank corps. He served overseas.

After his discharge, Lawrence returned home for six months and went to work for a steel company in Sarnia, Ontario. He resided there until his death in 1965. Lawrence is buried in Ontario.

NAME: MACDONALD, MARY

PARENTS: Richard & Margaret (Cahill) MacDonald

BIRTH: July 25, 1906

DEATH: June 20, 1999

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Mary was born in Dingwell’s Mills. She later moved with her family to Farmington. Mary left home to work in the United States. She joined the U.S. services as a nurse on a hospital ship.

After her discharge, Mary returned to the United States. She married Joseph Bobine of Flint Michigan. Mary continued with her nursing career as a teacher and supervisor. She resided and is buried in Flint, Michigan.

NAME: MACDONALD, PIUS ALLAN

PARENTS: Ronald J. & Ada (Arnold) MacDonald

BIRTH: September 20, 1920

DEATH: July 30, 1992

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F5614

Pius was born in Bristol. He was raised and educated in St. Peter’s bay. Pius joined the Army in the service corps. He was posted in Barryfield, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia.

After his discharge, Pius returned to St. Peter’s Bay. He ran a store for a short period of time in the late 1940’s and later ran a machine dealership and service garage. Pius moved to Sidney Mines and later moved back to the Bay with his wife, Lillian MacNeil. Pius is buried in St. Peter’s Bay.

NAME: MACDONALD, RONALD J.

PARENTS: John A. & Matilda (MacKinnon) MacDonald

BIRTH: August 4, 1920

DEATH: September 28, 1990

DATE ENLISTED: September 23, 1942 and April, 1952

DATE DISCHARGED: October 29, 1945 and August, 1970

RANK: L.A.C and Sergeant

REG. NO.: R190128 and 48623

Ronald was born and educated in Cable Head. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in September, 1942, as a wireless mechanic. Ronald attended wireless school in Saint John, New Brunswick; Manning Depot in Lachine, Quebec and No. 1 Wireless School in Montreal, Quebec.

In 1944, Ronald was transferred to the bomber command base in England, then to 401 Squadron, 2 nd Tactical Air Force in France. He remained with this squadron through Belgium, Holland and Germany. He visited the concentration camp at Bergen-Belson about two weeks after the second group of liberating forces entered the camp.

For his contribution to his country, Ronald received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Bar, the Victory Medal and the Canadian Declaration.

After his discharge, Ronald stayed in civilian life for about seven years then joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as a radio technician. He was stationed at MacDonald, Manitoba; Trenton, Ontario and Summerside, P.E.I..

Following his discharge in 1970, Ronald returned to Cable Head and built a new home. In 1974, he was appointed postmaster at St. Peter’s Bay. Ronald retired in August, 1985 and resided in Cable Head with his wife, Geraldine MacInnis. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACDOUGALL, HENRY BRIAN

PARENTS: Peter & Emma (Compton) MacDougall

BIRTH: June 26, 1921

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: July, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: June, 1946

RANK: Corporal and Sergeant

REG. NO.: F5698

Henry was born and raised in Bangor. He enlisted in the North Nova Scotia Highlanders in Charlottetown and went to Aldershot, Nova Scotia; Woodstock, Ontario and London, Ontario. Henry was sent overseas to Scotland, England, Belgium, Germany and Holland. He drove a transport.

After his discharge, Henry returned to St. Peter’s Bay and began a sawmill operation. He is now retired and resides in St. Peter’s Bay with his wife, Florence Garrett.

NAME: MACEWEN, ALBERT EARL

PARENTS: Earl & Hazel (Townshend) MacEwen

BIRTH: July 24, 1926

DEATH: October 24, 1990

DATE ENLISTED: November, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: August 12, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F36619

Albert was born and raised in Greenwich. He joined the services and was posted in Canada. Albert received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Albert stayed in Ontario and worked for a construction company. He later returned to the Island and worked with MF Schurman Company Ltd and Williams, Murphy and MacLeod. Albert is now a part owner of Williams, Murphy and MacLeod. He and his wife, the former Margarette McKnight, resided in Summerside. Albert is buried in Floral Hills Cemetery.

NAME: MACEWEN, ROBERT LORNE

PARENTS: Harvey & Blanche (MacCallum) MacEwen

BIRTH: December 31, 1927

DEATH: August 16, 1967

DATE ENLISTED: January 5, 1945

DATE DISCHARGED: September 30, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F38155

Robert was born in Elrose, Saskatchewan and moved to Pine Brook at the Bay in 1933. Since he was too young to join the Army, Robert joined the Home Defence. Later, when eligible, he enlisted in the Canadian Army. Robert was posted to Montreal and Fredericton. He received the 1939 - 1945 War Medal for his service.

After his discharge, Robert returned home to the Bay and later attended Prince of Wales College. He was employed with Maritime Central Airways in the Maritimes and Montreal, Imperial Esso in the Arctic and Montreal, and with British Petroleum in Toronto. Robert died in Toronto in 1967. He is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACEWEN, ROSS WATSON

PARENTS: Ross & Hattie (Davison) MacEwen

BIRTH: September 19, 1912

DEATH: September 15, 1980

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Petty Officer

REG. NO.: V1126

Watson was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the Navy in 1942. Little information is known about his military career.

After his discharge, Watson worked in different parts of Canada. He became ill while working and entered the Veteran’s Hospital in Saint John. He died in 1980 and is buried in Saint John, New Brunswick.

NAME: MACEWEN, STUART FRANCIS

PARENTS: Earl & Hazel (Townshend) MacEwen

BIRTH: August 27, 1924

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: July 27, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: October 9, 1946

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: R264789

Stuart was born and raised in Greenwich. He enlisted with the Royal Canadian Air Force in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Stuart trained as a pilot and received his wings. Following his enlistment, Stuart was sent to Lachine, Montreal, Victoriaville, Oshawa and Halifax. Stuart was to go to the Pacific but the war ended.

For his war efforts, Stuart received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Pilot’s Flying Badge and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Stuart returned to St. Peter’s Bay, where he operated a feed mill and egg-grading station. He then became an employee of Agriculture Canada, where he is still employed. Stuart and his wife, Helena Rossiter, reside at the Bay.

NAME: MACINNIS, CYRIL

PARENTS: Frank & Mary Ann (Larkin) MacInnis

BIRTH: April 2, 1921

DEATH: December 9, 1972

DATE ENLISTED: November 14, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Service Police, LAC

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Cyril was born and raised on the Fortune Road. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Forece, Security Division. Cyril was a leading Aircraftsman and was posted to Toronto; Patricia Bay, British Columbia; Prince Rupert, British Columbia and Lachine, Quebec.

After his discharge, Cyril made his home in Vancouver. He died and was buried there in 1972.

NAME: MACINNIS, JAMES DONALD

PARENTS: Frank & Mary Ann (Larkin) MacInnis

BIRTH: August 26, 1918

DEATH: February 28, 1971

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RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: R112393

Jimmy (more commonly known as Jimmy Frank) was born and raised on the Fortune Road. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force.

After his discharge, Jimmy Frank returned to the Fortune Road, where he and his wife, Jean MacAulay, made their home and ran a small farm. He died in 1971 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACINNIS, RONALD DANIEL

PARENTS: Joseph & Mary (MacDonald) MacInnis

BIRTH: November 4, 1918

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: September 1, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: November, 1945

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: F59852

Ronnie was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted with the P.E.I. Highlanders from Charlottetown and went to Halifax. Ronnie served in Canada and Newfoundland. He was a star hockey player while in the services.

Ronnie received the following medals for his service: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Defence Medal.

While Ronnie was in service his family home was destroyed by fire and the MacInnis family moved to Morell. After his discharge, Ronnie returned to Morell for a short time and later moved to Charlottetown, where he still resides. Ronnie married the former Lyla McGrath of Morell.

NAME: MACINTYRE, NEIL JOSEPH

PARENTS: George & Matilda (MacLellan) MacIntyre

BIRTH: May 6, 1909

DEATH: March 12, 1976

DATE ENLISTED: November 12, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: October 3, 1945

RANK: L.A.C.

REG. NO.: R112300

Neil was born and raised in Southampton. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as a leading aircraftsman. Neil was stationed in St. Jean’s, Quebec; Trenton, Ontario; and CFB Summerside. He received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for his contribution to the services.

After his discharge, Neil returned to Forest Hill for a short time, then sold his farm on the Cardigan Road and bought one in Forest Hill. He was married to the former Mary Campbell of St. Georges’. Neil later moved to Summerside, where he resided until his death in 1976. He is buried in Summerside.

NAME: MACISAAC, BRENDON “BRENT” HILARY

PARENTS: James & Catherine (MacDonald) MacIsaac

BIRTH: September 11, 1907

DEATH: October 2, 1943

DATE ENLISTED: August 28, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Warrant Officer Class II Sergeant

REG. NO.: R124680

Brent was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He went to work in the Bank of Nova Scotia in Halifax. Brent’s friends from the bank had joined so he felt it was his duty to enlist too. He joined the 296 th Squadron, trained in Halifax and Trenton. Brent went overseas to North Africa, Italy and London, England.

In Brent’s last letter home he was anxious about a friend and neighbour, Halbert Pratt, and expressed concern for the Pratt family. He wanted any information sent to him concerning Halbert. Brent also heard that Daniel Mullin, a neighbour, had been killed in action. His last sentence written home was “Guess it’s my turn next. I’m well and doing good.”

While returning from a mission after leaving Sicily, the plane Brent was aboard went down off the southern coast of Italy. Neither his remains nor the plane were ever found. Brent’s name is inscribed along that of his friend, Halbert Pratt, on the Malta Memorial, Panel 10, Column 2.

In recognition of his services, the following awards were presented posthumously to Brent’s family in November, 1946: Operational wings and certificate of the Royal Canadian Air Force in recognition of gallant service against the enemy, the Italy Star, the 1939 - 1945 Star, Aircrew Europe Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal. These medals are now in the possession of his first cousin, Joseph H. MacInnis.

NAME: MACKAY, JOHN ALEXANDER

PARENTS: Dan & Christine (Livingston) MacKay

BIRTH: January 20, 1905

DEATH: January 8, 1969

DATE ENLISTED: June 19, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: R112003

John was born and raised in Mt. Hope. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, security division in Charlottetown. John was sent to St. Hubert, Quebec and returned to Summerside. For his war efforts, John received: the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Defence Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, John returned to Mt. Hope to farm. He later went to Boston and then returned to Charlottetown, where he remained until his death in 1969. John is buried in the Dundas Cemetery.

NAME: MACKENZIE, JAMES HENRY

PARENTS: Henry & Viva (Doherty) MacKenzie

BIRTH: September 29, 1919

DEATH: May 19, 2005

DATE ENLISTED: June 29, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: May 21, 1943

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: F77068

Jim was born in Greenwich. He joined the 89 th Battery, 1 st Anti-Aircraft Regiment. Jim was sent overseas to England, where he contracted tuberculosis and was sent home to P.E.I..

After his discharge, Jim worked as a salesman and at several other jobs. He moved to Dundas, Ontario, until the time of his death. Jim is buried in St. Peter’s Bay.

NAME: MACKENZIE, ROY M.

PARENTS: Henry & Viva (Doherty) MacKenzie

BIRTH: August 13, 1915

DEATH: December 15, 1984

DATE ENLISTED: July 14, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: March 27, 1946

RANK: Lance Corporal

REG. NO.: F31163

Roy was born and raised in Greenwich. He joined the 86 th Brigade Company, Royal Canadian Service Corps. While overseas, Roy was posted to England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the Defence Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Roy went to work in Toronto and was employed for a short time with Litton Canada Plant. Roy died in 1984, shortly after his retirement. A memorial service was held in Toronto and his remains were brought home and buried in the Midgell Cemetery. Roy was married to the former Mary MacPherson of New Perth.

NAME: MACKINNON, ALBERT JOSEPH

PARENTS: Laughlin & Mary (MacDonald) MacKinnon

BIRTH: March 29, 1912

DEATH: April 18, 1977

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: L.A.C.

REG. NO.: R12339

Albert (more commonly known as Albert Lauchie) was born on the Cardigan Road. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. Little information is known of his military service.

After his discharge, Albert Lauchie returned to the Cardigan Road to work and live. He was married to the former Alice MacKenna. Albert Lauchie met an untimely death in 1977, drowning near his home. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACKINNON, DANIEL MALCOLM

PARENTS: Peter D. & Georgina (MacLean) MacKinnon

BIRTH: September 6, 1916

DEATH: May, 1994

DATE ENLISTED: July 21, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: December 8, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F5634

Danny was born and raised in Forest Hill. He joined the Army at No. 6 Depot in Charlottetown and served in the Medical Corps. Danny was an orderly in the base hospital. He took his basic training at Beach Grove compound and moved on to Camp Borden, Ontario, for advanced training. Danny returned to Halifax and left for overseas.

The troops spent two weeks crossing the Atlantic, landing in Liverpool, and were then sent to Camp Aldershot. Danny trained there and was sent to Unit 10 th General Hospital where he took an X-ray course. Danny was unable to go with his unit to Italy when he developed pleurisy. He feels this probably saved his life because, while his unit was en route, their boat was torpedoed. Danny recovered and was sent to 14 th General Hospital and stationed in Horley, England. This hospital received the casualties from Dieppe.

After more training, Danny went with his unit into the advanced hospital (closest to front lines), following the invasion through France and Belgium. Because of an ulcer attack he remained there, living with the crews in tents.

Danny recalls while he and a couple of his friends were walking along Brighton Shore in England a land mine drifted in and exploded close by. This damaged his hearing.

A highlight to Danny’s time in service was in England when a German prisoner was brought to hospital for treatment after his plane had been shot down. Danny assumed him to be a high-ranking officer because he carried the Iron Cross, a high honors medal. This man claimed to be Rudolph Hess, the now famous war criminal.

While travelling in Scotland, Danny met a MacKinley man from North River, P.E.I., who resided in Scotland. He kept in touch with this man and often visited his home.

Danny received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Bar and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

Danny returned to Halifax after the war to find his service records and documents were lost. About a year later he recovered them, only to find his name listed as Donald. After some explanation, the matter was cleared up.

After his discharge, Danny returned to P.E.I. and finally settled in Charlottetown, until the time of his death.

NAME: MACKINNON, CHARLES EUGENE

PARENTS: Hughie & Margaret (MacKinnon) MacKinnon

BIRTH: February 7, 1905

DEATH: September 5, 1982

DATE ENLISTED: July, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: November, 1940

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F77148

Charlie Hughie was born and educated in Cable Head East. He joined the head artillery of the Army in July and was sent to Petawawa, Ontario. Charlie received his medical discharge in November of the same year. He returned to Cable Head East and made his living as a fisherman. Charlie was married to the former Effie MacDonald. He remained in Cable Head until his death in 1982. Charlie is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACKINNON, JOHN A.

PARENTS: Alexander & Catherine (MacEwen) MacKinnon

BIRTH: February 20, 1922

DEATH: August 12, 1981

DATE ENLISTED: December 13, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F31530

John was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Army and worked as a labourer.

After his discharge, John returned to St. Peter’s Bay and worked with Quigley Pulpwood and also worked as a fisherman’s helper. He was married to the former Euphemia MacDonald. John later went to work for CM Marine in Borden. He retired due to illness from the CN. John sold his home in St. Peter’s Bay and moved to Forest Hill. He died in 1981 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACKINNON, JOHN PETER

PARENTS: Joseph G. & Florence (MacCormack) MacKinnon

BIRTH: December 8, 1915

DEATH: September 13, 1988

DATE ENLISTED: October 1, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: July 22, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F96284

John (more commonly known as Jack Joe Gaspe) was born and raised in Goose River. He enlisted in the Army and joined the 2 nd Battalion. Jack served in different parts of Nova Scotia and was stationed in Halifax with the Ordinance Corps.

After his discharge, Jack returned to Goose River and made his living as a fisherman, woodsman and general handyman. Jack died in September, 1988 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACKINNON, KENNETH JOSEPH

PARENTS: Charles & Margaret (MacInnis) MacKinnon

BIRTH: October 29, 1918

DEATH: December 13, 1989

DATE ENLISTED: June 6, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: April 3, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F5618

Kenny was born and raised in Cable Head East. He enlisted in the Army in Charlottetown and served with the medical corps. Kenny went to Halifax, Camp Borden, Listowell, Windsor and back to Halifax and was then sent overseas to England.

For his war efforts, Kenny received the following medals: the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the 1939 - 1945 Star.

After his discharge, Kenny returned to Cable Head, where he and his wife, Helen Flynn resided. Kenny is buried in St. Peter’s Bay.

NAME: MACKINNON, LLOYD JAMES

PARENTS: Alexander & Catherine (MacEwen) MacKinnon

BIRTH: April 30, 1917

DEATH: December 13, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: August 27, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F60667

Lloyd was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted with the P.E.I. Highlanders and transferred to the West Nova Scotia Regiment. Lloyd completed his basic training in Halifax and Charlottetown and proceeded with his regiment to Newfoundland, where they spent 12 months.

Lloyd’s regiment was then posted overseas and landed in England in April, 1943. A month later they were fighting in Italy.

Lloyd was injured by shrapnel and hospitalized in Italy. His family was sent a Missing-in-Action telegram by mistake. He recovered from his wounds and a short time later, he returned to the front lines. Lloyd’s unit fought as far North as Rome.

Lloyd was killed in action near Russi, Italy. There is a memorial bearing his name at Ravenna, Italy. Lloyd received the following medals which are now in possession of his family: the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the Italy Star.

NAME: MACKINNON, PATRICK JAMES

PARENTS: Charles & Margaret (MacInnis) MacKinnon

BIRTH: August 8, 1917

DEATH: February 22, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: July 25, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: December 6, 1945

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: F5647

Patrick (better known as Paddy Charlie) was raised in Cable Head East. He enlisted in 7 Medium Battery, 5 th Regiment, as a gunner. Paddy served in Canada, United Kingdom, continental Europe and the central Mediterranean area. After his return to Canada, he entered Camp Hill Hospital.

Following his discharge, Paddy returned to Cable Head for a short time and then moved to Brockville, Ontario. Once again, he returned to Cable Head. He fished for a short time and was also employed with MF Schurman. Paddy died suddenly at his home in 1965 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACKINNON, STEPHEN AUGUSTINE

PARENTS: Joseph & Flora (MacCormack) MacKinnon

BIRTH: December 26, 1919

DEATH: March 2, 1945

DATE ENLISTED: 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F70297

Gus was born and raised in Goose River. Gus joined the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry. He spent four years in active service in Newfoundland; Petawawa, Ontario; and Aldershot, Nova Scotia. While on his last leave, Gus was reluctant to return and wanted to visit his aunt, Elsie. With only 20 minutes to spare he managed a quick visit with her and went on to catch the bus.

He was sent overseas in July, 1944 and was wounded in September, 1944. Gus recovered and went back to the front lines in October, 1944. He was killed in action while crossing the Rhine River. He is buried in Grosbeek, Holland in Plot XXI, Row H, Grave 14.

NAME: MACKINNON, WILLIAM LOUIS

PARENTS: Alexander & Catherine (MacEwen) MacKinnon

BIRTH: September 20, 1920

DEATH: June 7, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: September 4, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F59880

William (Billy) was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in Charlottetown in unit “A” Company, North Nova Scotia Highlanders. Billy went to Amherst and Halifax, Nova Scotia for training. Before being sent overseas, he spent a two week furlough at home and was then picked up in a covered truck at St. Peter’s Bay.

Billy left for England in July, 1941. He served in various countries. On D-Day in June, 1944, Billy was killed in action. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery in France, Plot XVI, Row B, Grave 7.

The following medals are now in possession of his family: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Defence Medal and the France and Germany Star.

NAME: MACLAREN, DOUGLAS ELMER

PARENTS: Frederick & Elizabeth (MacSwain) MacLaren

BIRTH: March 17, 1926

DEATH: June 1, 1994

DATE ENLISTED: October 9, 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: August 29, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F37761

Dougie was born and raised in Cable Head West. He enlisted in Charlottetown and was sent to No. 6 Depot in Halifax, Aldershot, Yarmouth and Debert. Dougie was stationed in Halifax until the time of his discharge. He received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for his service.

After his discharge, Dougie returned to Cable Head. He married the former Jean Davison. Dougie moved to Halifax and took a barber’s course, and worked as a barber in Charlottetown and New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. He later moved to Toronto, where he was employed with Sythes Company. Dougie retired and lived in Canning, Nova Scotia until the time of his death.

NAME: MACLAREN, GORDON

PARENTS: Russel & Etta (MacLeod) MacLaren

BIRTH: May 3, 1915

DEATH: June, 1992

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: November 11, 1942

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F610622

Gordon was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted with the P.E.I. Highlanders and spent a short time training at Beach Grove and then received a medical discharge.

Gordon returned to his parents’ home in Cable Head West, where he later built a small house on their property. Gordon is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACLAREN, JOSEPH ELLIOT

PARENTS: Jasper & Ida (Betchley) MacLaren

BIRTH: July 12, 1922

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F65087

Joe was born and raised in Cable Head West. He enlisted in the Army in New Glasgow and joined the West Nova Scotia Regiment. Joe completed basic training in New Glasgow and went to Camp Aldershot, England and from there to Italy. He was wounded in battle in Cassino, Italy in 1944. Joe returned to Debert, Nova Scotia and remained there until his discharge in 1945.

He was awarded the following medals: the Italy Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the Britain Defence Medal.

After his discharge, Joe worked in Truro, Nova Scotia; Welland, Ontario; Calgary, Alberta and finally Vernon, British Columbia. Joe and his wife Louise Wilson still reside in British Columbia.

NAME: MACLAREN, JOHN ARCHIBALD

PARENTS: Andrew & Ida (MacPhee) MacLaren

BIRTH: April 27, 1921

DEATH: May 2, 1945

DATE ENLISTED: October, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F96289

John was born and raised in Goose River. He enlisted in the Cape Breton Highlanders and was sent overseas to England, Italy and Holland. He was killed in action in May, 1945 in Holland.

John received the following medals: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Defence Medal, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal. The medals are in the possession of his mother, Ida MacLaren.

John is buried in Holten Canadian War Cemetery in the Netherlands, in Plot X, Row G, Grave 12.

NAME: MACLAREN, MELVIN CHARLES

PARENTS: Frank & Lyle Minnie (Sanderson) MacLaren

BIRTH: September 1, 1925

DEATH: March 3, 2000

DATE ENLISTED: September 6, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: January 21, 1946

RANK: Able Seaman

REG. NO.: V71835

Melvin was born and raised in Greenwich. He enlisted in Charlottetown and went to Cornwallis, Nova Scotia. Melvin was on patrol duty at different ports in England, the Arctic Circle, France and the Azores. His ship sunk a submarine and 28 German Prisoners of War were taken aboard en route to Scotland. Melvin recalled when the prisoners came up on deck for exercise, they would sing and carry on as any normal young Canadian boy would do.

Londonderry, Ireland was home base to Melvin and from there he toured the country, which he grew to love. While in England, Melvin met his sister, Rhoda, who was also in the services.

After the war, Melvin returned to Halifax just as the victory riots were taking place. He felt if the pubs had been open, the riots would not have occurred.

Melvin received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Atlantic Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal. He also received a special medal for Legion work in 1967.

After his discharge, Melvin returned to Greenwich, where he farmed and fished. He later sold his farm and moved to Morell, where he was employed as a heavy machine operator, fisherman and labourer. Melvin married Sophie Popek, and they lived in Morell. He is buried in the Midgell Cemetery.

NAME: MACLAREN, ROD P.

PARENTS: Andrew & Ida (MacPhee) MacLaren

BIRTH: May 5, 1920

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: October 2, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: November 14, 1968

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: R112307

Roddie was born and raised in Goose River. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1941. Roddie served in Canada. He returned to Goose River in the spring of 1946 and went fishing that season. In the fall of 1946, Roddie re-entered the services and was sent overseas. He served one year in England; three years at Baden-Baden, Germany and two years in Zweibrucken, Germany. He served in Ottawa; St. Hubert, Quebec; France; Italy and Africa.

Roddie retired from the services in 1968 and is now living in Souris. For his contribution to the services, he 0received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Canadian Forces Decoration and Clasp and the Canadian Centennial Medal.

NAME: MACLAREN, RHODA FRANCIS (ROGERS)

PARENTS: Frank & Lyle (Sanderson) MacLaren

BIRTH: June 16, 1920

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: December 18, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: September 6, 1946

RANK: L.A.W.

REG. NO.: W300407

Rhoda was born in Moncton, New Brunswick and was raised and educated in Greenwich. She enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in Charlottetown. Rhoda went to Toronto and back to Moncton where she was stationed for two years. She later went to Weyburn, Saskatchewan.

Rhoda was sent overseas to London in June, 1944. While there she met with her brother Melvin. She received the Defence Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

Rhoda returned to Canada and received her discharge in Halifax in 1946. She spent a short holiday at home and then left for Montreal. Rhoda married Donald Rogers. She is now retired and spends her summers in Lakeside and winters in Florida. NAME: MACLAREN, VERNON H.

PARENTS: Jasper & Ida (Betchley) MacLaren

BIRTH: April 29, 1926

DEATH: October 14, 2001

DATE ENLISTED: August 14, 1944 and 1952

DATE DISCHARGED: 1946 and 1972

RANK: WO II CSM

REG. NO.: SM18030

Vernon was born and educated in Cable Head. He joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served in the Atlantic and Pacific. After his discharge in 1946, Vernon worked in Trenton, Nova Scotia and later moved out west where he worked in mines in British Columbia, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon. He re-entered the Army in 1952 and took part in the Korean conflict. He served in Germany from 1962 - 1965. Vernon completed two tours of United Nations duties in Cyprus in 1967 and 1969. He returned to CFB Gagetown and received his discharge in 1972.

Vernon received the following medals: the Atlantic Star, the Korean Medal, the Cyprus Medal and the Centennial Medal. He married the former Mary I Keswick. Vernon resided in Prince Williams, New Brunswick, where he was employed at King’s Landing.

NAME: MACLAREN, WILLIAM MURDOCK

PARENTS: Fred & Elizabeth (MacSwain) MacLaren

BIRTH: April 7, 1923

DEATH: January 22, 1969

DATE ENLISTED: September 6, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: January 17, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F3111

William “Bill” was born and educated in Cable Head. He enlisted in the Army and took his basic training in Beach Grove, then went to Camp Borden, Debert. Bill was then sent overseas and served for two years in Italy, Sicily and Belgium. While Bill was in Belgium he developed pleurisy and was sent back to Canada. While en route home he had to have fluid removed from his lungs twice. Upon arrival in Canada, he went directly to hospital in Aldershot.

For his war efforts, Bill received the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the British War Medal. Shortly before his discharge, Bill married Marion Watts, of Grand Tracadie. He received his discharge from Aldershot, came back to Charlottetown. He later moved to Brackley, where he worked as an assistant to Dr. Kelly, a veterinarian. He died in 1969.

NAME: MACLAREN, WILLIAM R.

PARENTS: Russell & Etta (MacLeod) MacLaren

BIRTH: August 3, 1913

DEATH: September 13, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: October 1, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F5738

William was born and educated in Cable Head West. He joined the Cape Breton Highlanders and was sent overseas. In September, 1944, William was killed in action in Italy. He is buried in Coriano Ridge War Cemetery in Italy, Plot II, Row A, Grave 5.

William received the following Medals: the Italy Star, the 1939 - 1945 Star, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal. Mrs. Etta MacLaren received a Mother’s Cross following the death of her son. All medals are now in the possession of Boyd MacLaren.

NAME: MACLEAN, GLENDON HAROLD

PARENTS: Daniel & Mary Ann (MacMillan) MacLean

BIRTH: February 24, 1902

DEATH: March 27, 1972

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.:

Glen was born in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Service Police Division in Charlottetown. Glen served in Newfoundland; Scoudouc, New Brunswick and Summerside.

Glen was still in service when his wife, Bertha MacInnis died, leaving him with three young boys to raise. After they grew up, Glen gave up his farm in St. Peter’s and went to live with his stepbrother, John Dan MacAulay, on the Cardigan Road. Glen was a man who possessed a natural ability for telling stories and he also had a terrific sense of humour. Glen and his horse and cart were a familiar sight to old and young who liked to hitch a ride as the horse ambled down Cardigan Road and into the village. Glen was a well-loved and respected man. The community was saddened to hear of his sudden death in Charlottetown in 1972. He is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACLEAN, JOSEPH A.

PARENTS: Angus & Barbara (MacAulay) MacLean

BIRTH: September 22, 1915

DEATH: August 13, 1993

DATE ENLISTED: October 1, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: October 3, 1945

RANK: Ships Cook

REG. NO.: V1650

Joseph was born and raised in Cable Head. He joined the Royal Canadian Navy and became a cook on one of the ships. Joe sailed on a corvette, an escort ship, between Halifax and Ireland. He recalled the rescue of four men from a small craft in the Atlantic. One young man, who died shortly after being rescued, was to have been married in England that evening

Upon Joe’s return to Canada, he spent three weeks in the Provincial San. After his discharge, Joe returned to Cable Head to farm and fish. He also spent a short time in Ontario. In 1960, Joe went to work on the Tupper and remained with the Coast Guard until his retirement in 1977. He resided in Cable Head with his wife, Dorothy MacDonald until the time of his death. Joe is buried in St. Peter’s Bay.

NAME: MACLEOD, ALLAN D.

PARENTS: John Murdock & Ida (MacDonald) MacLeod

BIRTH: July 16, 1919

DEATH: June, 1991

DATE ENLISTED: June 21, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: June 12, 1943

RANK: L.A.C.

REG. NO.: R138947

Allan was born and educated in Mt. Hope. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force from Moncton and was sent to Toronto; Manning Depot; Trenton, Ontario and Jarvis, Ontario. While in Trenton, Allan met Angus MacLean, a young officer from Iris, P.E.I., who had returned from overseas. MacLean later served in the Diefenbaker Government and became premier of P.E.I..

Allan received word of his last posting to Summerside, while on leave. He had to return to Jarvis to sign papers and then go to Summerside. This travelling earned him two extra weeks holidays. When Allan was leaving Jarvis, he met a neighbour from home, Marion Ross, who had been stationed at the same base.

While Allan was on guard duty in Summerside, one of the hangers caught fire. The alarm system failed and he had to break into an office for assistance. This quick action saved the hanger from total destruction and he was awarded a special leave.

Allan received a compassionate discharge to help his father on the farm. He married the former Margaret Taylor.

NAME: MACLEOD, EARL MALCOLM

PARENTS: Andrew & Bessie (MacLaren) MacLeod

BIRTH: October 21, 1915

DEATH: 1997

DATE ENLISTED: July 11, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: September, 1945

RANK: L.A.C.

REG. NO.: 112049

Earl was born and educated in Forest Hill. He enlisted in Charlottetown and was sent to Toronto, St. Thomas, Penfield Ridge, New Brunswick, Eastern Passage, Dartmouth and was in Halifax when his discharge was issued.

After the war, he returned to his parents’ home in Forest Hill and farmed until their death. Earl moved to Hamilton, Ontario and was employed as a caretaker of a plaza. He returned to St. Peter’s and worked for a local farmer. Earl later moved to Charlottetown and worked at Beach Grove until his retirement.

NAME: MACLEOD, EVERETT BOYD

PARENTS: Malcolm MacLeod

BIRTH: January 15, 1924

DEATH: January 2, 2002

DATE ENLISTED: May 29, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: November 23, 1945

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: F88749

Everett was born and raised in Forest Hill. He quit school and hitchhiked to Charlottetown to join the Army without telling his family. Everett enlisted in the 2 nd Heavy Anti-Aircraft Regiment, 8 th Battery. He was 17, the youngest man to serve in this unit. Everett began his training at Beach Grove and went to Petawawa, Ontario for a short time.

He was sent to France where he transferred to an anti-tank unit. He also served in Belgium, Holland and Germany. While in France, Everett received a slight leg wound. His last duty was as a gunner, guarding prisoners in Germany.

When the war ended in Europe in May, 1945, Everett and his comrades signed up for service in the Pacific against the Japanese. They were supposed to come home for a short leave and then go to the U.S. Army training camp in Kentucky. Before this could take place, the Allies dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagaski, which ended the war.

Everett received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Defence Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, Everett returned home to Forest Hill and married Ada MacLellan. They lived a short time in St. Peter’s and then built a new home in Forest Hill. Everett is buried in Dundas, PE.

NAME: MACLEOD, EVERETT FREDRICK

PARENTS: James & Mary (MacLean) MacLeod

BIRTH: March 10, 1920

DEATH: January, 2002

DATE ENLISTED: September 3, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: October 1, 1945

RANK: L.A.C.

REG. NO.: R190061

Everett was born and educated in Mt. Hope. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1942. Everett served only in Canada. In recognition of his service, he received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Everett returned to his home in Mt. Hope and later moved to Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, where he resided until the time of his death.

NAME: MACLEOD, JOSEPH PIUS

PARENTS: Frank & Sabina (MacKinnon) MacLeod

BIRTH: February 14, 1912

DEATH: February 7, 1980

DATE ENLISTED: March 11, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: October 29, 1945

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: F82349

Joe was born and raised in Goose River. He joined the Artillery Division of the Army and was sent to Petawawa, Ontario for training. Later on he was sent to Camp Aldershot, England. In recognition of his war efforts, Joe received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the Defence Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge in 1945, Joe returned to Goose River and worked as a fisherman. He married Margaret MacDonald in 1956. Joe died in 1980 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: MACMILLAN, MARY B.J. (MACCORMACK)

PARENTS: Joseph & Josephine (Larkin) MacMillan

BIRTH: September 22, 1919

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: December 12, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: March 11, 1944

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: W300413

Mary was born and educated on the Fortune Road. She joined the Army in 1941 and served in Canada. For her contribution, Mary received the following medals: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After her discharge in 1944, Mary lived in St. Peter’s Bay and later moved to Massachusetts, where she and her husband, Frank MacCormack still reside.

NAME: MACMURRER, LEO FRANCIS

PARENTS: Steven & Alice (MacQuaid) MerMurrer

BIRTH: August 4, 1914

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January 5, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: September 24, 1945

RANK: Bombardier

REG. NO.: F14202

Leo went to live with Hughie and Annie MacLennan in Cable Head as a young boy. He enlisted in the Army with the 1 st Division Artillery. Leo served overseas in England, Scotland and Italy. He received the following medals: the France and Germany Star, the Italy Star, the Defence Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Canadian Vol- unteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, Leo took up residence in Cable Head and later moved to Montreal, where he still resides. He married the former Sadie Compton.

NAME: MACNEIL, LLOYD CHARLES

PARENTS: Charles & Annie (Riley) MacNeil

BIRTH: April 22, 1925

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January 11, 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: June 28, 1946

RANK: Lance Corporal

REG. NO.: F10868

Lloyd was born and educated in Forest Hill. He joined the Army and served in the non-permanent active militia during 1943 in Canada.

Lloyd attempted to qualify for air-crew training at No. 15 Recruiting Centre, Moncton during 1943, but was not ac- cepted for medical reasons. He joined the active Army, 3 rd Battalion, North Nova Scotia Highlanders, serving in Canada, the United Kingdom and continental Europe. Lloyd travelled to Camp Aldershot, England; Scotland; Bel- gium; Germany; Holland and Denmark. He spent a short time on guard duty in the Soviet Sector.

Lloyd was recommended for the Montgomery Medal but, unfortunately, the authorities received the recommenda- tion a couple of days too late. Lloyd received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp.

After his discharge, he returned to St. Peter’s Bay and later moved to Charlottetown where he and his wife, Maud Sims, still reside.

NAME: MACPHEE, JOHN DANIEL

PARENTS: Malcolm & June (MacAulay) MacPhee

BIRTH: August 28, 1912

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: March, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F10424

John Dan was born and raised in St. George’s and as a young man, went to live with an uncle in St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the militia and when war was declared, he enlisted in the 6 th Heavy Artillery Army Corps from Charlotte- town. He was sent to Sydney and then overseas to Greenock, Scotland, England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.

John Dan received the following medals: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Defence Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the France and Germany Star, the 1939 - 1945 Star and a War Service Badge.

After his return to civilian life, John Dan returned to St. Peter’s and later moved to Charlottetown with his wife, Adele Sutherland. He is now retired.

NAME: MACSWAIN, ALEXANDER STERLING

PARENTS: Norman & Margaret (MacDonald) MacSwain

BIRTH: October 23, 1899

DEATH: September 16, 1965

DATE ENLISTED: April, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: R97206

Sterling was born and brought up in Mt. Hope. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Service Police Divi- sion, in Charlottetown. He was sent to Sydney, Summerside and Kingston, Ontario. While on P.E.I. he was sent to the radar station in Tignish.

After the war, he returned to Mt. Hope and farmed for a few years. Sterling moved to Marie, where he continued farming and ran a machinery business. He was married to the former Marjorie Robbins. Sterling died in 1965 and is buried in the Dundas Cemetery.

NAME: MATHESON, DANIEL HAROLD

PARENTS: George & Flora Matheson

BIRTH: 1908

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: June, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: September, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: 72965

Harold was born and educated in Albion Cross. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and served mostly in Canada. For his war efforts, Harold received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, Harold returned to Albion Cross to farm. Harold and his wife, Marion Ross, still reside there.

NAME: MATHESON, SYDNEY MILES

PARENTS: Norman & Katherine (Taylor) Matheson

BIRTH: December 27, 1924

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: April 7, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: November 15, 1945

RANK: Signalman

REG. NO.: F96575

Miles was born and raised in Forest Hill. He joined the Royal Canadian Signal Corps, 1 st Canadian Army. After his enlistment, he was sent to England, Scotland, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. For his war efforts, Miles received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the Defence Medal and the Victory Medal.

After his return to civilian life, he came back to live in Forest Hill and later moved to Morell East. He was em- ployed with the Department of Fisheries in Morell. Miles married the former Bertha Clay and they now reside in Morell East.

NAME: MOORE, GEORGE LEWIS

PARENTS: Lewis & Margaret (Robbins) Moore

BIRTH: July 4, 1913

DEATH: April 12, 1986

DATE ENLISTED: July 26, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: August 31, 1945

RANK: Petty Officer

REG. NO.: V66271

Lewis was born and educated in Milburn. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve in Halifax. Lewis served in Canada.

After his discharge in 1945, Lewis worked as a carpenter until 1969, when he was forced to retire due to illness. In 1982, he and his wife, Helen Pigott moved to Crossroads. He died in 1986 and is buried in the Floral Hills Memo- rial Gardens.

NAME: MOORE, REAGH WILLIAM

PARENTS: Lewis & Margaret (Robbins) Moore

BIRTH: August 20, 1922

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: October 1, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: February 2, 1942

RANK: Stoker Second Class

REG. NO.: V1657

Reagh was born and educated in Milburn. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy in 1941. Reagh served in Can- ada. For his war efforts, he received the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

Upon his release from the Navy, Reagh moved to Ottawa and was employed with the city as a street car and bus driver for over forty years. He is now retired and lives in Ottawa with his wife, Julia Millar.

NAME: MORRISSEY, MICHAEL

PARENTS: William & Maggie (Hughes) Morrissey

BIRTH: 1916

DEATH: February 6, 1941

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Michael was born and educated in Milburn. He joined the Canadian Merchant Navy. Michael was lost at sea on board the SS Maplecourt out of Montreal, when the ship was torpedoed off the coast of Ireland in February, 1941. His name is inscribed on the Halifax Memorial at Point Pleasant Park in Halifax.

NAME: MULLALLY, CARROLL (CARL) JAMES

PARENTS: James & Maggie (Howlett) Mullally

BIRTH: May 22, 1904

DEATH: June 12, 1982

DATE ENLISTED: January 19, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: July 19, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Carl was born and raised in Souris. He married Mary Ann Steele and lived at home for a short while. Carl moved to Chepstow and later moved to Farmington from where he enlisted in the Army. He served in Canada and for his war efforts, he received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Carl returned to Farmington, where he farmed for a few years before moving his family to St. Peter’s Bay. While there, the family lost their home to a fire. They moved to Montague for a short time and later relocated to Montreal. Carl moved to his daughter’s home in Mississauga, Ontario, where he died in 1982. He is buried in Mississauga.

NAME: MULLIN, DANIEL JOSEPH

PARENTS: Danny & Josephine (Sharkey) Mullin

BIRTH: June 20, 1918

DEATH: August 28, 1943

DATE ENLISTED: 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Leading Aircraftsman

REG. NO.: F151170

Danny was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He attended St. Dunstan’s University and Prince of Wales Col- lege. Danny taught school in St. Peter’s in 1939 - 1940 and later moved to North Bay, Ontario, where he worked for a paper company.

Danny was a very able boxer who entertained in many boxing bouts in and around this area. He was successful enough to follow this as a career but, chose to serve in the defence of his home and country.

He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and was sent overseas. While returning from a raid in Nurnberg, Ger- many his plane was shot down. Danny is buried in Rheinbert War Cemetery in Germany in Coll. Grave 9, G 21-25.

NAME: MULLIN, JAMES E.

PARENTS: Patrick Joseph & Catherine (Ryan) Mullin

BIRTH: September 23, 1915

DEATH: September 15, 1989

DATE ENLISTED: June, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: January, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F60299

James was born and educated in Milburn. He enlisted in the 3 rd Division, North Nova Scotia Highlanders. James served in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. For his contribution to the services, James received the follow- ing medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Defence Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his return to civilian life, James made his home in Calgary, Alberta.

NAME: MULLIN, MERCIER JOSEPH

PARENTS: Daniel & Josephine (Sharkey) Mullin

BIRTH: October 13, 1919

DEATH: June 30, 1968

DATE ENLISTED: September, 1937

DATE DISCHARGED: January, 1954

RANK: Captain Major

REG. NO.: F59844

Mercier (more commonly known as Mutt) was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the militia and trans- ferred to the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. Mercier served in France, Holland and Germany. Although war was officially over, Mercier remained with the armed forces and was sent to Korea.

After his discharge, Mercier returned to Charlottetown, where he worked with several firms. He later became a buyer for Canada Packers. He and his wife, Polly Kelly, moved to Summerside for a period of time and later re- turned to Charlottetown. He died in 1968 and is buried in the Peoples Roman Catholic Cemetery, Charlottetown.

NAME: MULLIN, PATRICK H.

PARENTS: Patrick & Catherine (Ryan) Mullin

BIRTH: March 16, 1921

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Patrick was born and educated in Milburn. He joined the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and obtained his basic training in Charlottetown. Patrick joined the 8 th Airborne Division of Paratroopers and served in England, France and Italy.

He was a prisoner for 18 months in a German prison camp and was presumed dead until the Americans freed the prisoners at the end of the war.

Patrick returned to Milburn and later went to work in Moncton and Saint John, New Brunswick. He now resides in Charlottetown.

NAME: MULLIN, TOBIAS WILFRED

PARENTS: Daniel J. & Josephine (Sharkey) Mullin

BIRTH: June 21, 1912

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: September 5, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: August 23, 1945

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.: F15221

Toby was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He was a police officer in Souris and with CN Marine, Borden prior to his enlistment. Toby enlisted in the 2 nd Battery Regiment, in Charlottetown and completed his training. He was sent overseas and served in England, Italy and Africa.

Toby was a member of one of the convoy ships surrounding a hospital ship in the Mediterranean Sea. The hospital ship was torpedoed, (enemy would come in with glare from the sun and the Allies could not see them) so the com- mand was “scatter,” at this order every ship would attempt to reach safety of whichever port was closest. His ship landed in Algiers, Africa.

Toby remarked on some of his experiences; “I spent all the time dodging bombs and bullets, as many did, in the London area”. He also told the story about a group of men in a shell hole that was discovered by the enemy, who was about to let them go, when it was discovered that one of the men was carrying a pistol, so all were shot on the spot by the enemy.

After his discharge in 1945, Toby returned to live in St. Peter’s Bay. He later moved to Charlottetown and is now a resident of the Sacred Heart Home. For his war efforts, Toby received the following medals: the Canadian Volun- teer Service Medal, the Africa Star, the Defence Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Victory Medal and the George VI Star. Toby was married to the former Della MacDonald.

NAME: O’HANLEY, ALBERT

PARENTS: Daniel & Annie (MacLaren) O’Hanley

BIRTH: July 25, 1909

DEATH: February 6, 1941

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Fireman and Trimmer

REG. NO.:

Albert was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Army and later transferred to the Canadian Merchant Navy. Albert was assigned to the SS Maplecourt out of Montreal as a fireman and trimmer.

Albert lost his life when his ship was torpedoed off the coast of Ireland in February, 1941. His name is inscribed on Panel 19 on the Halifax Memorial, Point Pleasant Park in Halifax.

NAME: O’HANLEY, BONIFACE EUGENE

PARENTS: Boniface & Mary Jane (Wilson) O’Hanley

BIRTH: October 4, 1920

DEATH: June 7, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: September, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F59835

Eugene was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. Shortly after Eugene heard Canada’s declaration of war an- nounced on the radio, his best friend and cousin, Dougie O’Hanley called him and said: “Several of us will be in Charlottetown tomorrow morning at 10 o’clock. Are you coming?” Eugene said he would.

In September, 1939, Gene enlisted with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders, Royal Canadian Infantry Corps. He was sent overseas and served in France. Eugene was reported missing on the beach of Normandy, but it was four or five months before he was legally declared dead. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery in France in Plot II, Row H, Grave 12.

Eugene received the following medals: the France and Germany Star, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Defence Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal. His medals are now in possession of his mother, Mary Jane O’Hanley. Mrs. O’Hanley also received a Memorial Cross.

NAME: O’HANLEY, EARL

PARENTS: John B. & Gertrude (MacKenzie) O’Hanley

BIRTH: 1920

DEATH: February 6, 1941

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Fireman and Trimmer

REG. NO.:

Earl was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Navy and was assigned to the SS Maplecourt out of Montreal as a shipwright. Earl lost his life when the ship was torpedoed off the coast of Ireland in February, 1941. His name is inscribed on the Halifax Memorial, Point Pleasant Park, Halifax.

NAME: O’HANLEY, GERALD JAMES

PARENTS: Alex & Mary (MacIsaac) O’Hanley

BIRTH: July 29, 1918

DEATH: January 27, 1943

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Flight/Lieutenant

REG. NO.: J10184

Gerry was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He worked with his uncle, John MacIsaac, on the farm and later in the Bank of Nova Scotia in Morell. Gerry joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. He trained for night flying in Wales and Scotland. His unit was based in England.

While flying with 102 Squadron, his plane was shot down over Germany. Gerry was only 25 years old. He is bur- ied in Reichswald Forest War Cemetery, Germany in Plot 2, Row G, Grave 16.

ISLAND FLYING OFFICER KILLED IN ACTION

Ft. Lt. Gerald J. O’Hanley, a native of St. Peter’s district and listed in an Air Force casualty list last night as “Killed On Active Service” overseas enlisted in the summer of 1941. He had been working in the Morell Branch of the Bank of Nova Scotia prior to that. He received his wings in the winter of 1942 and left for overseas about one year ago.

His parents were informed he was missing after air operation on January 29, 1941. This week they were informed he was presumed “Killed On Active Service”.

He was 24 years old.

Two brothers are in the Canadian Armed Forces. They are Lieut. J. A. O’Hanley with the North Nova Scotia High- landers overseas and Lieut. J. H. O’Hanley with the Prince Edward Island Highlanders.

Three sisters also survive, one at home, one a student at the Convent in Kinora and one at nearby Morell. A younger brother William O’Hanley is also at home.

His parents are Mr. and Mrs. Alexander O’Hanley.

NAME: O’HANLEY, GLADSTONE DAVID

PARENTS: Archibald & Matilda (Steele) O’Hanley

BIRTH: July 14, 1916

DEATH: March 22, 1977

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

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Gladstone was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the P.E.I. Highlanders as a paymaster and went to Hazelhurst, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Gladdie was discharged for medical reasons.

He returned to Charlottetown to work as a mailman and later worked in the Post Office. Gladdie and his wife, Ruth Creamer, moved the family back to the Bay and he commuted to work in Charlottetown. He later returned to Char- lottetown. Gladdie died in 1977 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: O’HANLEY, HUBERT JOHN

PARENTS: Alex & Mary (MacIsaac) O’Hanley

BIRTH: November 3, 1921

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: August 8, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: November, 1945

RANK: Lieutenant

REG. NO.:

Hubert was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the P.E.I. Highlanders and transferred to the Canadian Parachute Battalion, 6 th British Airborne Division. When Hubert joined the Highlanders his commanding officer turned out to be his brother and he was sent home because he was too young.

He enlisted for a second time with the Canadian Parachute Battalion and was sent overseas. Hubert received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the 1939 - 1945 Star.

After his discharge, Hubert returned to P.E.I. and went on to study medicine. He became a very successful paedia- trician, practising in Charlottetown, where he and his wife, Giselle Gauthier, still live.

NAME: O’HANLEY, JOHN JOSEPH

PARENTS: John B. & Gertrude (MacKenzie) O’Hanley

BIRTH: 1915

DEATH: 1969

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

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John Joe was born in Cable Head East. He joined the Merchant Marines and in 1941 he joined the Navy. John Joe served in Halifax, St. John’s and Shelbourne.

John Joe was married to Eileen Lecky of O’Leary in 1943. After his discharge, he fished in Shelbourne for five years. He later moved to Halifax, where he worked at construction until his death in 1969. John Joe is buried in Halifax.

NAME: O’HANLEY, JOSEPH

PARENTS: Alex & Mary (MacIsaac) O’Hanley

BIRTH: June 1, 1916

DEATH: August 26, 1972

DATE ENLISTED: September, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: 1943

RANK: Lieutenant

REG. NO.:

Joseph (more commonly known as Dougie) was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He served in the militia for two years before the Second World War. Dougie joined the P.E.I. Highlanders and transferred to the North Nova Scoita Highlanders, 3 rd Division, and was posted overseas. In November, 1941, he married Mary MacDonald. Dougie returned home in 1943 due to illness.

After his discharge, Dougie and his wife, Mary, made their home in Charlottetown. He worked for many years with Revenue Canada. Dougie died in 1972 and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: O’HANLEY, JOSEPH ALEXANDER

PARENTS: John & Mary (MacIsaac) O’Hanley

BIRTH: September 4, 1908

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January 29, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: March 29, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F82179

Joe (more fondly called Joe Annie) was born and raised in St. Peter’s Bay. Before enlisting in the Royal Canadian Artillery, he attempted to join the Navy, but was turned down because of back problems. Joe later joined the Army and took his basic training at Beach Grove, P.E.I.. He went to Petawawa and later to Halifax, where he served with the Military Police for three years. Joe served in Canada and received the 1939 - 1945 Star and the Canadian Vol- unteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, Joe returned to P.E.I and took up residence in Charlottetown, where he still lives.

NAME: O’HANLEY, JOSEPH EUPHRASE

PARENTS: Alfred & Gennie (MacPhee) O’Hanley

BIRTH: May 14, 1916

DEATH: January 28, 1989

DATE ENLISTED: June, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: November 10, 1945

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: F5649

Euphrase was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Army in the Royal Canadian Artillery, work- ing as artillery support for several divisions, mostly from the 1 st - 5th .

Euphrase was sent overseas and served in the United Kingdom, Sicily, Italy, France, Belgium, Holland and Ger- many. In recognition of his war efforts he receieved the following medals: the Defence Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Italy Star and the France and Ger- many Star.

After his discharge, Euphrase made his home in St. Catherine’s, Ontario. He died there in January, 1989. His re- mains were cremated and transferred to the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery. NAME: O’HANLEY, WILLIAM JOSEPH

PARENTS: Alexander & Mary (MacIsaac) O’Hanley

BIRTH: August 10, 1926

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: December 8, 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: December 13, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F38105

William (Billy) was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Canadian Infantry Corps and was sent to Halifax, Yarmouth, Aldershot, Nova Scotia, Borden, Ontario, back to Halifax and then to Petawawa, Ontario. Billy received the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the Service Medal.

After his discharge, Billy studied at St. Dunstan’s University and later re-enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and was stationed in many parts of Canada. Billy retired after 25 years service. He and his wife, Jean MacAdam, reside in Morell.

NAME: PALMER, GEORGE THOMAS

PARENTS: William & Mary Ellen (Steele) Palmer

BIRTH: March 6, 1909

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: February 13, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: January 15, 1946

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F40192

George was born in Newcastle, New Brunswick and came to live in Cable Head as an infant, after the death of his father. He joined the West Nova Scotia Regiment, Royal Rifles of Canada. After his basic training, George was sent to Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Vancouver and was then posted overseas.

George went to Hawaii, The Philippines, Japan and Hong Kong. While in Hong Kong, he was taken prisoner and was sent to work in the mines in Omini, Kyshu Island. George spent three years and ten months as a prisoner. He never discussed his war experiences. “No one would believe me anyway,” he would say, because the stories were so horrifying it was hard to believe such things could have happened.

For his contribution, George received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Pacific Star, the General Ser- vice Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After the war, George returned to his home in Cable Head, where he and his wife, Jeanette O’Hanley, made their home. He spent many years fishing and farming. In 1965, George became postmaster at St. Peter’s. After his re- tirement, he built a new home in Cable Head, close to his old homestead, where he still resides.

NAME: PETERS, ENOS L.

PARENTS: Joseph & Mary Peters

BIRTH: 1907

DEATH: March 10, 1984

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Sergeant

REG. NO.:

Enos was born in Hunter River. At an early age, he moved with his parents to St. Peter’s. Enos worked as a handy- man and carpenter with many of the farmers and householders in St. Peter’s. After apprenticing with a local black- smith, Ambrose Hynes, he went to work with his uncle in Hunter River. Enos later returned to St. Peter’s and worked with Arthur Hayden, building wagons and sleighs.

Enos joined the infantry, trained in Canada and was later posted to England. He rose to the rank of sergeant.

After the war, Enos returned to P.E.I.. He built a new home and did general maintenance work until his health failed him. Enos died in March, 1984, and is buried in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: PRATT, CHARLES HALBERT

PARENTS: Chester & Olive (Anderson) Pratt

BIRTH: January 18, 1917

DEATH: July 4, 1943

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Warrant Officer

REG. NO.: 75163

Halbert was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He attempted to join the Royal Canadian Air Force in May, 1939, but was slow in receiving a reply, so he joined the Army, Tank Corps. Halbert was posted to Regina for training when he received word from home informing him of his acceptance to the Royal Canadian Air Force. He went to his commanding officer, explaining his desire to join the force. The officer promptly relayed the message to the air force unit loading recruits in Regina and they held the train for recruit Pratt. He completed his training in Brandon, Manitoba and Calgary. He had two days leave at home at the end of November, 1941 before boarding a ship in Halifax.

It was in December, 1941, when Halbert wrote his first letter home to say he had arrived safely. He was stationed in England for approximately 18 months. While there, he was sent on raids to Germany. During one of these raids in May, 1942, his plane was hit. There were seven in the crew. One man bailed out before the crash, five were killed when the plane crashed and burst into flames, and Halbert was left badly injured to try and get out of the plane himself. The plane crashed into a field where two farmers were working. They saw the crash and risked their lives to pull Halbert from the burning plane. Halbert was blinded, his hands were badly burned, his face was burned in places and he had a broken leg. He recovered from his injuries in hospital in Scotland, where he spent approximately three months.

It was also during this time that Halbert heard of the death of his sister Lois at home, this was a devastating shock to him.

Because of his accident, Halbert could have been given a ground job, but he refused this option and returned to fly- ing. In June, 1943, Halbert was in North Africa fighting over the Mediterranean Sea. He was reported missing in action in July, 1943. After a terribly long and stressful wait, the official notice that Halbert was presumed dead ar- rived at the Pratt home in May, 1944.

Halbert’s name is inscribed on a Memorial in Malta on Panel 10, Column 2. In recognition of his services, the fol- lowing awards were presented posthumously to Halbert’s family: the Air Crew Europe Star, the Italy Star, the Ca- nadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the 1939 - 194 War Medal and the 1939 - 1945 Star. Halbert’s mother, Olive Pratt, also received a Memorial Cross.

NAME: PRATT, RODERICK BRUCE

PARENTS: Chester & Olive (Anderson) Pratt

BIRTH: January 21, 1927

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: December 8, 1944

DATE DISCHARGED: November 20, 1945

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F38132

Roddie was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He joined the Canadian Reserve Army Forces in June, 1942. Roddie joined the active service the following year in Charlottetown. He was posted to Saint John and Frederic- tion, New Brunswick; Montreal, Quebec; and Petawawa, Ontario. Roddie received his discharge in Halifax and volunteered for the Japanese front. He took his training, but the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki ended that conflict.

After his discharge, Roddie returned to St. Peter’s Bay to work on his father’s farm. He later spent a year studying at a college in Charlottetown. In 1978, Roddie became a MLA for the Progressive Conservative Party of P.E.I.. He served as a cabinet minister from 1982 to 1986. He retired from politics in 1989. Roddie and his wife, Mary Matheson, reside in St. Peter’s Bay, where he runs a small farm.

NAME: PYKE, ALFRED ARTHUR

PARENTS: Addison & Ruth (Cobb) Pyke

BIRTH: 1918

DEATH: October 31, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1941

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Alfred was born and raised in Milburn. He enlisted in the Army, but his career was short due to ill health.

After his discharge, Alfred became a bus driver for Island Motor Transport. While en route to work he was in- volved in a car accident, which claimed his life. He is buried in the Marie Cemetery.

NAME: PYKE, VERNON ADDISON

PARENTS: Addison & Ruth (Cobb) Pyke

BIRTH: December 12, 1920

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: April, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F81281

Vernon was born and raised in Milburn. He enlisted in the Army in Charlottetown and joined the P.E.I. Infantry. After completing his basic training in Aldershot and Halifax, Vernon was sent overseas to Belgium, Scotland, Eng- land, France, Holland and Germany.

Vernon received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Defence Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Vernon returned to Milburn before moving to Ontario. He later returned to Milburn and oper- ated a small farm. He is now retired and resides in Morell.

NAME: RAPSON, ALTON DANIEL

PARENTS: Harry & Elizabeth (Robbins) Rapson

BIRTH: December 7, 1921

DEATH: December 17, 1986

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Wireless Operator

REG. NO.:

Alton was born in Milburn. He joined the Navy and served overseas aboard the ship “St. Laurent”.

After his discharge, Alton farmed the old homestead for a number of years. Alton later moved his family to Stoney Creek, Ontario, where he remained until his death in 1986. Alton’s ashes were scattered from Skyway Bridge over one of the Great Lakes.

NAME: RILEY, ALONZO WILLIAM

PARENTS: John & Laura (Dingwell) Riley

BIRTH: May 3, 1919

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: October 14, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F400549

Alonzo was born and raised in Bay Fortune. He enlisted in the Service Corps in Charlottetown. Alonzo took his advance training in Aldershot and was sent to Montreal; Long Pointe, Manitoba; Toronto and Halifax. He received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

Alonzo returned home after receiving his discharge, but later moved to Toronto, where he worked for Massey- Harris. From there, he went to Maine and worked for the Grafton Lumber Company. Alonzo moved back to P.E.I. and settled in Montague where he still resides with his wife, Gertrude MacDonald.

NAME: ROSS, EDITH MARION (MATHESON)

PARENTS: Mr. & Mrs. Neil Ross

BIRTH: October 12, 1916

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: April, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: November, 1945

RANK: Leading Airwoman

REG. NO.: WD303081

Marion was born and educated in Fortune Head. She joined the Royal Canadian Air Force, 2 nd Division, and was sent to England. While overseas, Marion visited Scotland and Ireland.

When Marion received her discharge, she went to work with Regional Unemployment Insurance in Moncton, New Brunswick. She moved to London, Ontario and was employed with Top Flight Service, Chevrolet Motors. Marion returned to P.E.I. and married Harold Matheson. They made their home in Albion Cross, where they still reside.

NAME: SANDERSON, ALTON CLARENCE

PARENTS: William & Adella (Sanderson) Sanderson

BIRTH: April 10, 1922

DEATH: September 23, 1959

DATE ENLISTED: June 3, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: April 8, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Alton (more commonly known as Jack) was born on the Church Road. He enlisted with the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps in 1943. Alton also served with the Royal Canadian Infantry Corps. He served in Canada, the United Kingdom and North West Europe.

After his discharge, Alton returned to the Church Road and was employed as a trucker and in the lumber industry for a short time. Alton then moved to Ontario and worked as a uranium prospector. He died in a drowning accident in Northern Ontario in 1959. His name is inscribed on the family tombstone in the Marie Cemetery.

NAME: SANDERSON, CALVIN ROBERT

PARENTS: Arthur & Emma (Squires) Sanderson

BIRTH: July 17, 1923

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1943

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F82273

Calvin was born and raised in Greenwich. He enlisted in the P.E.I. Lighhorse Infantry and transferred to the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. Calvin served in Canada and was discharged in 1943 for medical reasons.

“I enjoyed military life,” he recalled, “and would have liked to continue serving but my heath did not permit my staying in the service”. Calvin married the former Vera Berry. He now resides on his farm in Peakes and spends his winters in Moncton.

NAME: SANDERSON, EARL HENRY

PARENTS: William & Adella (Sanderson) Sanderson

BIRTH: December 20, 1918

DEATH: April 29, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Able seaman

REG. NO.: V34973

Earl as born and grew up on the Church Road. He enlisted as a gunner in the Army in 1939. The following year, Earl joined the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve, out of Halifax. He was assigned duty on the HMCS Athabaskan. Earl was killed when his ship was torpedoed off the northwest tip of France. His name is inscribed on Panel II on the Halifax Memorial, Point Pleasant Park, Halifax.

NAME: SANDERSON, GEORGE ANIES

PARENTS: Stanford & Margaret (MacDonald) Sanderson

BIRTH: September 24, 1917

DEATH: October 13, 1943

DATE ENLISTED: March, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F96319

Anies was born and educated on the Church Road. He enlisted in the West Nova Scotia Regiment in Charlottetown, and was sent to Aldershot, England, and then on to Sicily.

He was killed in action in 1940, in Campobasso, Italy. Anies is buried at Bari War Cemetery, Italy in Plot III, Row B, Grave 27. He received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Italy Star.

NAME: SANDERSON, GEORGE RAISH

PARENTS: Stainford & Margaret (MacDonald) Sanderson

BIRTH: March 24, 1919

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: August 15, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: January 26, 1946

RANK: Sapper

REG. NO.: F9152

Raish was born and educated on the Church Road. He worked for a short time as a farmhand in Cable Head East before enlisting in the Army. While overseas, he visited England, Belgium, Holland, France and Germany. Raish received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Raish took a course in watch repair in Moncton. In 1956 he married Marion Gallant of Cardigan. Raish passed away.

NAME: SANDERSON, GORDON LOVELL

PARENTS: Garbard & Matilda (MacEwen) Sanderson

BIRTH: November 17, 1902

DEATH: May 28, 1983

DATE ENLISTED: January 8, 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: September 3, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.:

Gordon was born and educated in Greenwich. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and trained in Ontario. Gordon served in Canada and received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal. And the King George VI Medal. Gordon’s discharge paper reads as follows: “Discharged under K R (Air) Para 195 (17) on completion of a term of voluntary service during an emergency and transferred to the R.C.A.F.. Reserve General Section, Class E. Septem- ber 3, 1945.”

After his discharge, Gordon worked with Maritime Airways up north. He returned to P.E.I. and worked with his son, Ralph, operating a general store and a garage. After his retirement, he and his wife, Maude MacCallum, sold their home and took up residence in a St. Peter’s Bay senior citizen’s unit. He resided there until he died in 1983. Gordon is buried in the Midgell Cemetery. NAME: SANDERSON, GORDON STOCKMAN

PARENTS: Wilfred & Maude (Stockman) Sanderson

BIRTH: 1898

DEATH: 1978

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.:

Gordon was born in Hampshire, P.E.I.. He came to live in St. Peter’s Bay, because his wife was from the area. Gordon worked as a handyman and a farmhand. He enlisted in the army and no information on his military career is available.

After his discharge, Gordon returned to fishing and carpentry and then moved to Charlottetown. In later years, be bought the old school house and remodled it. Gordon lived there for a short time and later moved to a rooming house in Charlottetown. He died suddenly in 1978 and is buried in Marie Cemetery. Gordon was married to the former Margaret MacLeod.

NAME: SANDERSON, JOHN LAUCHLIN

PARENTS: Stainford & Margaret (MacDonald) Sanderson

BIRTH: June 5, 1921

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: December 2, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: June 9, 1945

RANK: Lance Corporal

REG. NO.: F31430

John was born and educated on the Church Road. He enlisted in the West Nova Scotia Infantry in Charlottetown, and was posted to Aldershot, Nova Scotia. John was sent to Camp Aldershot, England, Court Forest, North Africa, Sicily, and on to the front in Ortona, Italy. He was sent to the Hitler Line, where he was wounded in May, 1944. John spent three months in hospital in Naples, Italy and three months in hospital in England. While on leave, John visited Scotland. He received the following medals: the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 Star, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Africa Star and the Italy Star.

After his discharge, John returned to the Island. He later went to Moncton, where he took a course in shoe repair. John returned again in 1981 and is living in retirement in Montague.

NAME: SANDERSON, LEWIS GODFREY

PARENTS: Arthur & Emma (Squires) Sanderson

BIRTH: December 26, 1921

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: January 5, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: March 8, 1946

RANK: Sapper

REG. NO.: F31509

Lou was born and educated in Greenwich. He enlisted in Charlottetown in the engineers division of the Army. Lou trained in Halifax; Aldershot, Nova Scotia and then returned to Charlottetown. He was sent back to Halifax and posted to guard duty in Burnside. Lou received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

After his discharge, Lou returned to Greenwich where he worked at odd jobs. In 1948, Lou moved to Cable Head West and bought a farm making a living farming and fishing. Lou now resides in Belfast, P.E.I..

NAME: SANDERSON, RALPH L.

PARENTS: Gordon L. & Maude (MacCallum) Sanderson

BIRTH: July 19, 1925

DEATH: April 20, 1987

DATE ENLISTED: September, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: April, 1946

RANK: Gunner

REG. NO.: B117455

Ralph was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted with the Army in 1942 in Toronto with the anti-tank corps. Ralph trained in Toronto and Petawawa, Ontario and Debert, Nova Scotia. He spent a few days at home on leave before going to England in 1943.

Ralph’s ship left the port of Halifax, travelled down by the Azores Islands, up by Spain, and were met by an aircraft escort when they entered the English Channel. It took the men twelve days to cross because of their zig-zag course, designed to avoid detection by enemy submarines.

While in England, Ralph was stationed in Aldershot and Lipeck, a small village which had Ralph’s Military camp situated close by. He was then sent to Holland. His crew, in their self-propelled anti-tank, were to support the in- fantry. Ralph, a gunner, was one of five crew members, each being responsible for a specific task; a driver, a radio operator, a loader, a gunner and a sergeant to give orders. The anti-tank was a tank look-alive. It had a light shell that would protect the crew only from light ammunition.

The crew were responsible for their own ration, most of which was canned. Whenever, possible they would scrounge the countryside for berries. Each man had a knapsack which contained two blankets, a ground sheet, a revolver, food and the clothes on his back because you couldn’t store too much in an anti-tank.

The tanks were constantly on the move toward Hamburg, Germany. If a breakdown occurred, they remained in the tank and radioed for assistance. If small fire was happening around them, the crew would not leave the tank.

The troops had to cross the Rhine River to enter Germany. When the allies pushed the Germans back into their own country, the Germans blew up the bridges. Ralph and the rest of the infantry, had to wait for a month unitl rough bridges could be built by the Forestry Corps before they could cross the river. The men also received clean clothes, which were a blessing, for they would have to go for days at a time wearing the same clothes. The medical and dental corps were also available at this rest period. Entertainment was open air movies. When the bridges were ready the troops, moved out quickly, never stopping to sleep or eat until the Rhine was crossed.

They found much destruction in Germany. The men had to patrol the area to protect their territory. Each crew member had to stand on 2 - 3 hour guard duty. If the watchman should fall asleep he could have been shot. He had to challenge anyone who walked in front of him with one word, if the intruder did not reply with the second word of the code, the challenger could shoot him. All the Canadian Infantrymen were to tie their boots the same way, so the challenger, if he had the opportunity, could test the person walking in front by feeling his shoe laces.

Japan.

After the war, Ralph went back to England and sailed to New York on the Queen Mary, along with his neighbour and friend, Jack Anderson, who was very sick. Ralph was transported to Toronto where he re-enlisted and volun- teered for service in the Pacific. Ralph returned to P.E.I. on a 30 day leave in June, 1945, when the war ended in Japan.

He received his discharge in 1946 and returned to St. Peter’s Bay, where he and his wife, Peggy MacLaine, were successful in different ventures, including: stores, garage and service stations.

Ralph died in Hamilton, Ontario in April, 1987 and is buried in the Midgell Cemetery, P.E.I..

NAME: SANDERSON, WILLIAM RALPH

PARENTS: Ernest & Ella Mae (Tremere) Sanderson

BIRTH: April 29, 1921

DEATH: August 30, 1986

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F31559

Ralph was born and educated in Greenwich. He enlisted in the Army with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. Ralph trained in Aldershot and Halifax. From there he was sent overseas and served in Cain, France and Holland. While in Holland, Ralph was posted to guard duty at Nijmegen Bridge. He received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, the France and Germany Star and the Defence Medal.

After his discharge, Ralph returned to Millview and worked as an egg grader. He later worked as a carpenter. Ralph died as the result of a traffic accident in North River in August, 1986. He is buried in St. Andrew’s United Church Cemetery, Vernon River. Ralph was married to the former Mertie Jenkins.

NAME: SQUIRES, EDWARD W.

PARENTS: Mary Jane Squires

BIRTH: December 8, 1916

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: June, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: August 28, 1942

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F610429

Edward was born and educated in Greenwich. As a young man Edward enlisted in the Army and served in Canada.

After his discharge, Edward returned to Greenwich and worked as a farmhand. He later moved to Dartmouth, where he and his wife, Marion still reside.

NAME: STEWART, LLOYD JOSEPH

PARENTS: Martin Stewart

BIRTH: July 24, 1924

DEATH: May 28, 1942

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: Accidental Drowning.

RANK: Probationary Stewart

REG. NO.: O N V 32989

Lloyd was born in Charlottetown. He was raised at McGuires in Morell Rear. As a teenager, Lloyd came to live with Hilary and Mary MacInnis in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted with the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve and was posted aboard the HMCS Queen Charlotte. Lloyd drowned in Charlottetown Harbour, while on a training exercise. He is buried in the Peoples Roman Catholic Cemetery, Charlottetown.

NAME: SUTHERLAND, JOHN CYRIL

PARENTS: John P. & Sarah (MacLaren) Sutherland

BIRTH: February 22, 1907

DEATH: September 24, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Leading Aircraftsman

REG. NO.: R72988

Cyril was born and educated in Goose River. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, motor mechanic divi- sion. Cyril was exempted from an overseas post because of his age. However, he volunteered to take the place of a married airman from New Brunswick.

Cyril was then sent to England. After leaving for Gilraltar, the compass failed and his plane went off course. It was shot down over Germany. He is buried in Rheinburg War Cemetery, Germany, in Plot 2, Row K, Grave 24. Cyril received the 1939 - 1945 Star, which is now in the possession of his brother, Pius.

NAME: SUTHERLAND, JOHN AUGUSTINE

PARENTS: John P. & Sarah (MacLaren) Sutherland

BIRTH: March 27, 1919

DEATH: August 20, 1977

DATE ENLISTED: 1941

DATE DISCHARGED: 1960

RANK: Chief Petty Officer

REG. NO.:

John (Jackie) was born and educated in Goose River. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy. He sailed on air- craft carriers and destroyers which took him to England, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, Greece, Germany, Bermuda, the West Indies and the Pacific. For his war efforts, John received various medals but they were mislaid. In peacetime, he sailed aboard the ship Labrador when it circumnavigated North America.

After his discharge, Jackie made his home in Morell with his two brothers, who were involved in the machinery business. He died in 1977 and is buried in the Little Flower Roman Catholic Church Cemetery, Morell.

NAME: SUTHERLAND, PIUS JOSEPH

PARENTS: John P. & Sarah (MacLaren) Sutherland

BIRTH: August 29, 1911

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: October 3, 1940

DATE DISCHARGED: July 18, 1945

RANK: Abel Seaman

REG. NO.: A2818

Pius was born and raised in Goose River. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy in Halifax and served on the HMCS Prince David, HMCS Chamblay, HMCS Toronto in the North Atlantic. While aboard those ships he visited the following places: England, Scotland, Ireland, the West Indies, Bermuda and Gibraltar. Pius was based in Lon- donderry, Ireland while overseas. He received four campaign medals, but they were lost and he was unable to iden- tify them.

After his discharge, Pius returned to civilian life and settled in Morell. He later moved to Montecello, where he re- sided with his brother. He now lives in Souris West.

NAME: SWALLOW, SIDNEY ULYSSES

PARENTS: Ulysses & Rebecca Swallow

BIRTH: January 1, 1918

DEATH: June 7, 1944

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Lance Corporal

REG. NO.: F60669

Sydney was born in Dundas and spent much of his boyhood in St. Peter’s Bay with his sister, Mabel, Mrs. Simeon MacLaren. He enlisted from St. Peter’s in the Army with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders, Royal Canadian In- fantry Corps. After his initial training he was sent overseas.

Sydney was killed in action at Normandy Beach, France. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery in France, in Plot XII, Row E, Grave 7.

NAME: THOMPSON, JOHN J.

PARENTS: Harry & Veronica (Goodfellow) Thompson

BIRTH: April 8, 1924

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: September, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: March, 1946

RANK: Rifleman to Staff Sergeant

REG. NO.: F5756

John (Johnnie) was born and educated on the Cardigan Road. He enlisted in Charlottetown with the army in the Royal Regina Rifle Regiment, 3 rd division. After his basic training, Johnnie was sent overseas and served in Eng- land, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.

Johnnie recalls his war experience in his own words. “While on the front I was wounded several times, i.e. hit with shrapnel, blown up on a Bren gun carrier by a telemine and cut off from our own front line by the enemy for some time. My parents were informed that I was missing in action. I served in the front line with the Regina Rifle Regi- ment from Caen, France, as a rifleman, until we got into Germany, where I was taken out due to battle exhaustion. I then served with occupation forces until March, 1946. Then I spent 10 years with the militia in the Medical Corps.”

Johnnie received the following medals: the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Battle of Britian Medal and the Long Service Medal. After his discharge, Johnnie returned to P.E.I.. He and his wife, Marie O’Brien, now reside in Parkdale.

NAME: WAYE, CHARLES W.

PARENTS: Milton C. & Janie M. (Webster) Waye

BIRTH: March 28, 1916

DEATH: February 9, 1979

DATE ENLISTED: October 13, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: June 11, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: B124909

Charlie was born and educated in St. Peter’s Bay. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Ordinance Corps in Toronto. Following basic training Charlie was posted overseas and served in England and France. He received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Charlie and his wife, Jean Brooks, made their home in Toronto, where he owned his own busi- ness, the Jeune Metal Products. While home on summer holidays, Charlie’s wife drowned accidentally when she attempted to rescue three children. All were lost in the tragic incident at Lakeside. Charlie died in 1979 in Toronto and is buried there.

NAME: WHITTY, ALBERT F.

PARENTS: James & Bess (Gorman) Whitty

BIRTH: March 10, 1916

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: September 18, 1942

DATE DISCHARGED: August 3, 1946

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F5725

Albert was born and educated in Farmington. He enlisted in the army with the Royal Canadian Ordinance Corps. After his basic training, Albert was sent overseas to the United Kingdom, France and Belgium. He received the France and Germany Star, the Defence Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp.

After the war, Albert made his home in Surrey, England and married the former Monica Ressold. He still resides in England.

NAME: WILSON, DARYLE JOSEPH

PARENTS: James & Nellie (Trainor) Wilson

BIRTH: May 26, 1920

DEATH: February 26, 1988

DATE ENLISTED: September 7, 1939

DATE DISCHARGED: September 11, 1945

RANK: Corporal

REG. NO.: F59879

Daryle was born and educated in Southampton. He enlisted with the P.E.I. Highlanders in Charlottetown in 1939. Daryle was sent to Dartmouth, Nova Scotia for arms training. In May, 1940, he transferred to the North Nova Sco- tia Highlanders.

The troops ski trained in Amherest in preparation for combat in Norway. However, the Germans invaded Norway and the plans were changed. Daryle served with the 3 rd division in Ireland, England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.

Daryle was wounded twice and spent some time in the 85 th General Hospital. The family received two telegrams which read as follows: “July, 1943, Corporal Joseph Daryle Wilson had been officially reported wounded de- scribed as shell perforated right Chest 12 - 08 - 44.”

When he was released from the hospital, Daryle returned to the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and remained with the regiment until the war ended. He received the 1939 - 1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Bar and the 1939 - 1945 War Medal.

After his discharge, Daryle returned to St. Peter’s and worked as a labourer for A.E. Quigley. In 1946, he moved to Charlotttetown, took a three month training course for linesman at Maritime Electric and worked for the company until 1952. Daryle moved to Hamilton, Ontario and worked at Hydro Electric Col. Until 1963. He then moved back to the Island and worked as a nursing attendant at Riverside Hospital, Comissionaire at Charlottetown Hospital and a nursing attendant at Riverview Manor in Montague. Daryle retired in 1980. He and his wife, Mary Quinn, lived in Lake Verde until his death in February, 1988. Daryle is buried in Vernon River Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

NAME: WILSON, GERARD JAMES

PARENTS: James & Nellie (Trainor) Wilson

BIRTH: August 26, 1925

DEATH: July 9, 1944

DATE ENLISTED: September 6, 1943

DATE DISCHARGED: Killed in action.

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: F82688

Gerard was born and educated on the Cardigan Road. He enlisted with the army and joined the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders. Gerard took his basic training at Beach Grove and was sent overseas in May, 1944.

When Gerard arrived in England, he had occasion to visit with his brother, Daryle for about fifteen minutes before he was sent to the Stormont, Dundas Glengarry Highlanders in Northern England. He also served in France. Gerard was killed in action in September, 1944. He received the 1939 - 1945 Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the 1939 - 1945 War Medal and the Victory Medal. Gerard’s mother, Nellie Wilson, also received the Me- morial Cross. He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, France in Plot XIV, Row F, Grave 15.

The history of the following veterans is incomplete because of the difficulty of obtaining accurate information.

CURRIE, BOYD Boyd was the son of Lincoln and Emily (Robertson) Currie. He was born in Mt. Hope and served in the Army.

CURRIE, LINCOLN Lincoln was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Archie Currie of Mt. Hope. Lincoln served in the Air Force.

JAY, OLIVE (LAYHEY) Olive was the daughter of Frank & Alice (Walsh). She was born in St. Peter’s Bay and enlisted in the Navy.

LARKIN, JIM Jim was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Larkin of Farmington. He served in the Army.

MACDONALD, ALLISON Allison was the son of A.D. & Maude (MacLeod) MacDonald. Allison was born in Forest Hill and served in the Army.

MACDONALD, ALLISON Allison was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Allen J. MacDonald of Albion Cross. Allison served with the Medical Corps of the R.C.A.M.C. for two years.

MACDONALD, CYRIL Cyril was the son of Dr. Roddie & Josephine (MacDonald) MacDonald. Cyril was born in Southampton and served in the Army.

MACDONALD, STEPHEN Stephen was the son of Marshall & Josephine MacDonald. He was born in Southampton and served in the Army.

MACKINNON, PIUS Pius was the son of Frank & Mary Ellen (Whalen) MacKinnon of the Cardigan Road. He was born on October 31, 1907 and joined the services.

MACLEOD, DUNCAN Duncan was the son of John & Martha (MacLaren) MacLeod of the Cardigan Road. Duncan served in the Ameri- can Army as a Rifleman.

MACLEOD, EDWARD Edward was the son of Sadie MacLeod. He enlisted in 1941 and served in the 8 th Heavy (Mobile) Anit-Aircraft.

MACLEOD, JOHN A. John was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Daniel MacLeod of Forest Hill. He served in the Armed Forces.

MACLEOD, WALLACE Wallace was the son of John & Martha (MacLaren) MacLeod of the Cardigan Road. Wallace served with the American Army.

MACLEOD, JOHN HERBERT John was the son of Andy & Bessie (MacLaren) MacLeod of Forest Hill. He enlisted in 1940 in the Royal Cana- dian Air Force and was discharged in 1945.

MATHESON, ERNEST Earnest was born in Forest Hill and was reared at J.D. MacLean’s in Mt. Hope. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force.

O’HANLEY, DANIEL Daniel was the son of John B. & Gertrude (MacKenzie) O’Hanley of Cable Head East. He served in the Navy.

O’HANLEY, FREDERICK R. Frederick was the son of Archibald & Matilda (Steele) O’Hanley of St. Peter’s Bay. He was born in August, 1910 and he enlisted in the Navy.

SANDERSON, DAVID David was the son of Arthur and Emma (Squires) Sanderson of Greenwich. He was born in May, 1920. David served for a short time in the Army in Charlottetown. He died in February, 1987.

SUTHERLAND, JOHN FRANCIS John was reared at Pius & Gertrude Sutherland’s home in Cable Head. He joined the services. John died in May, 1972.

“Home Defence”

DOWNE, CHARLES Charles was the son of John W. & Kate (MacKenzie) Downe.

DOWNE, ROBERT Robert was the son of John W. & Kate (MacKenzie) Downe.

DUPASAUIER, JOHN John was born in Switzerland and married a MacLeod lady from Forest Hill.

FRASER, HORACE Horace was born in Montague and worked at Clark’s Store.

JAY, FRANCIS Francis was the son of Frank & Alice (Walsh) Jay.

LARKIN, JUSTIN Justin was the son of Tom & Margaret (O’Connell) Larkin.

LARKIN, LOUIS JOSEPH Louis was the son of Wilfred and Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin.

LEWIS, BOBBY Bobby was the son of Freeman & Florence (Larkin) Leslie.

MACCALLUM, JACK Jack was the son of Eben & Lottie (Sanderson) MacCalllum.

MACDONALD, FEBE Febe was the son of John A. & Matilda (MacKinnon) MacDonald.

MACINNIS, JOSEPH H. Joseph was the son of John & Catherine (MacIssac) MacInnis.

MACKENZIE, ALDIUS Aldius was the son of Robert & Stella (Cobb) MacKenzie.

MACKINNON, GERARD Gerard was the son of James J. and Bertha (MacDonald) MacKinnon.

MACKINNON, JOHN F. John was the son of Stephen & Catherine (Steel) MacKinnon.

MACKINNON, ROBERT Robert was the son of Peter & Georgina (MacLean) MacKinnon.

MACLAREN, LESLIE Leslie was the son of Milton & Margaret (Sutherland) MacLaren.

MACLEAN, JOHN John was the son of John & Alice MacLean.

MACMILLAN, LOUIS Louis was the son of Joseph & Josephine (Larkin) MacMillan.

MACMILLAN, WILLIAM William was the son of Joseph & Josephine (Larkin) MacMillan.

MCISAAC, HUBERT Hubert was the son of Daniel & Marie (Somers) MacIsaac.

MCKENZIE, MICHAEL Michael was the son of John J. & Margaret (MacDonald) McKenzie.

PATTERSON, REV. WILLIAM A United Church Minister, who served in this charge during the war years.

PRATT, C. CHESTER Chester was the son of Charles E. & Annie (Nicholson) Pratt.

RUSSELL, ERNEST Ernest was the son of James & Mary (Sigsworth) Russell.

RUSSELL, LEONARD (LEM) Lem was the son of James & Mary (Sigsworth) Russell.

SANDERSON, LEITH Leith was the son of Charles & Annie (Sutherland) Sanderson.

SHEEHAN, JOHN John was the son of James & Amelia (Longaphee) Sheehan.

SUTHERLAND, ALPHONSE Alphonse was the son of Clement & Mary (MacDonald) Sutherland.

SUTHERLAND, JOSEPH ALPHONSUS Joseph was the son of John P. & Sarah (MacLaren) Sutherland.

SQUIRES, KENNETH W. Kenneth was the son of Mary Jane Squires.

THOMPSON, HENRY Henry was the son of Harry & Veronica (Goodfellow) Thompson.

IN FLANDERS FIELDS

In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders Fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe; To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders Fields.

John McCrae 1872 - 1918

Korean War

INTRODUCTION

KOREAN WAR - 1950 - 1953

The Korean War began in June, 1950, when troops from Communist-ruled North Korea invaded South Korea. This was the result of both claiming governing powers for the entire country. The United Nations called the invasion a violation of international peace and demanded that the Communists withdraw.

Sixteen UN countries sent troops and 41 countries sent military equipment or food and other supplies to aid South Korea. China fought on the side of North Korea and Russia gave military equipment.

Conditions in Korea were often difficult. Variable weather, rough terrain and an elusive and skilful enemy com- bined with casualties, illness and limited medical facilities were common elements. The troops spent 24 hours a day in trenches, which provided some protection but very little comfort.

Approximately one million South Korean civilians were killed and several million were made homeless. About 580,000 UN and South Korean soldiers and about 1,600,000 Communist troops were killed, wounded or reported missing.

The war ended in July, 1953, with the signing of a truce. A buffer zone of four kilometres wide along the final line divided the two sides. South Korea gained approximately 3,880 square kilometres of territory. Both sides agreed not to increase their military strength. A commission was set up to enforce the terms of the truce. A permanent peace treaty was never signed.

Canadians stayed as part of the peacekeeping force. Although 26,791 Canadians served in the Korean conflict and another 7,000 served between cease-fire and the end of 1955. Casualties numbered 1,558 of which 516 were fatal. In our community of St. Peter’s Bay, seven men served and returned.

Canada’s contribution formed only a small part of the total UN effort. Canadian action in Korea was followed by other peacekeeping operations, which have seen Canadian troops sent to many countries to promote international freedom and maintain world peace.

NAME: LARKIN, ERNEST B.

PARENTS: Wilfred & Henrietta (O’Brien) Larkin

BIRTH: January 26, 1931

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: February 22, 1949

DATE DISCHARGED: May 27, 1975

RANK: Lieutenant Commander

REG. NO.: O-40595

Ernie was born and educated on the Fortune Road. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy and served on the HMCS Haida, HMCS Huron, HMCS Settler, HMCS Sussexvale and the HMCS Ottawa. Ernie served with a Cana- dian destroyer squadron in the Far East. He was stationed at Naval Radio Station in Churchill, Manitoba; Com- mand Headquarters, Maritime Forces Pacific; Esquimalt, British Columbia; and National Defence Headquarters, Ottawa. For his war efforts, Ernie received the United Nations Service Medal, the 1950 - 1953 Korean War Medal and the Canadian Forces Decoration and Clasp.

After leaving the armed services, Ernie made his home in Ottawa, where he still resides.

NAME: MACDONALD, PIUS OWEN

PARENTS: John A. & Catherine (MacKinnon) MacDonald

BIRTH: August 2, 1928

DEATH:

DATE ENLISTED: May, 1952

DATE DISCHARGED: May, 1955

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: S F 6744

Owen was born in August, 1928. He was raised at the home of Peter & Mary Anne MacKinnon. Owen enlisted in May, 1952 in Special Forces of Commonwealth Division. He took his basic training in Nova Scotia and went on to Wainwright, Alberta for advanced training. The troops were sent to Fort Louis, where they spent a short time be- fore moving on to Seattle, Washington. In Seattle, they boarded the ship, “Marine Links” destined for Korea. The ship stopped briefly at Whittier, Alsaka and a number of American troops disembarked. From Whittier, the ship continued on to Sashaboo, Japan where it docked for a 48 hour stopover. The vessel then moved on to Pousan, South Korea.

Although the Korean War was officially over in 1953, approximately one thousand recruits had signed up in July of that year. Three were killed. A certain stretch of land was designated as No Man’s Land and his troops duty was to patrol this area. Owen was a truck driver, carrying water for cooking and drinking and also for transporting fuel. They were stationed out in the country where there was no modern conveniences. A shower was a large tank raised overhead with a shower head on it.

The closest city was Seoul. Although the troop was in the 25 th Brigade Canadians Commonwealth, British Empire Division, Empire weapons and American trucks and rations were used. These troops were replacements for another Canadian contingent. They spent about a year in Korea, and took the southern route back to Seattle, Washington then on to Vancouver, Montreal, Moncton and Amherst. He flew home (at his own expense) to arrive sooner.

Owen received the United Nations Service Medal. He resides in Cable Head with his wife, Mary MacDonald.

NAME: MACINNIS, JOHN C.

PARENTS: George & Ethel (MacLean) MacInnis

BIRTH: July 8, 1929

DEATH: February 13, 1984

DATE ENLISTED: 1952

DATE DISCHARGED: 1955

RANK: Private

REG. NO.: SK13998

John was born in St. Peter’s on the premises opposite and diagonally adjacent to the driving park. He joined the Princess Pats while living in Vancouver. There is little information known about John’s military career. He died in 1984 in Vancouver and is buried there.

NAME: MACLEAN, HAROLD JOSEPH

PARENTS: Glendon & Bertha (MacInnis) MacLean

BIRTH: August 22, 1934

DEATH: January 29, 1979

DATE ENLISTED:

DATE DISCHARGED:

RANK:

REG. NO.:

Harold was born in St. Peter’s. His old home, on the property opposite St. Peter’s Bay Consolidated School, has been torn down. Harold was with the Black Watch thrower and according to a comrade, Harold would shoot a small flame into a small area, such as a window or a ditch to flush out the enemy. Harold also drove a jeep. He died in 1979 in Hamilton, Ontario. His ashes were brought back to the Bay for burial in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church Cemetery.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The St. Peter’s Bay Memorial Historical Society thanks the following for their contribution towards making this memorial book a reality.

All our Veterans for their priceless information and material.

Family and friends of our Veterans.

General Information:

Hilda, Harold and Joe Lewis, Joseph and Helen MacInnis, Marie MacIsaac, Colin and Jean MacDonald, Norman Matheson, Ronald and Geraldine MacDonald, Mary and A.J. Larkin, Ruth and Michael MacKenzie, Florence and Doris Anderson and James MacAulay.

Scrapbooks & Family Books:

Flora and Shirley Sutherland, Neil Garrett, Annie MacLaren and Myra Squires.

Cover Pictures:

Hubert MacIsaac and Mary MacCallum.

Researchers of 1987 Project:

Aileen Dawn, Teresa Wilson and Vera Gallant.

Executive of 1987 Project:

Roddy Pratt, Garth Sanderson and Ronald MacDonald

Executive of 1989 Project:

Roddy Pratt, Phillip Milligan and Kathleen Anderson.

All the people who gave family and friend’s pictures.

Material obtained at:

DVA Charlottetown, P.E.I.; Public Archives, Ottawa Ontario and Charlottetown, P.E.I.; Guardian, Charlottetown, P.E.I.; War Graves Commission; DVA, Ottawa and Ontario; Heritage Foundation, Charlottetown, P.E.I.; Robertson Library, UPEI, Charlottetown, P.E.I.; Morell Branch, Royal Canadian Legion #26, Morell, P.E.I.; Church Statistics, Rev. Francis Corcoran, St. Peter’s Bay, P.E.I.; Canadian Employment Centre, Gaylene Coffin and Carol Town- shend, Montague, P.E.I.; Holland College, Martin Durrell and Brenda Lee Dereniuk, Charlottetown, P.E.I..

The Researchers hope we have not omitted anyone in the above list, and we thank everyone for their co-operation in this worthy project.

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