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- Gilbert Wiggins French
Gilbert Wiggins French was born in New Brunswick on 26 May 1843. By the time of the 1851 Census, the family had moved to Burford, Brant County. Single at the age of 26, on 2 May 1870 in Toronto, Ontario, Gilbert enrolled in the Active Militia Corps for the Province … Gilbert Wiggins French was born in New Brunswick on 26 May 1843. By the time of the 1851 Census, the family had moved to Burford, Brant County. Single at the …County of Brant Public Library - Letter, John Bialas to Mary Dancavitch, 1 February 1943
John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a member of the St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church. He was one of Brantford’s best known young hockey players, … John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a …County of Brant Public Library - Letter, Joseph "Joe" Bialas to Mary Dancavitch, 25 June 1943
Joseph “Joe” Bialas was born in 1923 or 1924 to John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas. He was the second youngest son, with John Joseph being the eldest son, and Frank the youngest. There were also two daughters in the family, Alice and Mary. During the Second World War, he served … Joseph “Joe” Bialas was born in 1923 or 1924 to John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas. He was the second youngest son, with John Joseph being the eldest son, and Frank …County of Brant Public Library - Letter, John Bialas to Mary Dancavitch, 18 September 1944
John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a member of the St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church. He was one of Brantford’s best known young hockey players, … John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a …County of Brant Public Library - Cablegram, John Bialas to Katherine Bialas, 20 February 1943
John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a member of the St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church. He was one of Brantford’s best known young hockey players, … John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a …County of Brant Public Library - Le Courrier de L'Air, 3 February 1944
Leslie Lamb was born on 26 January 1925 in Saint Helens, Lancashire, England to Daniel and Annie (Gilleeney) Lamb. They family lived on Marshalls Cross Road, and Leslie attended school around the corner at Robins Lane School. From the age of fifteen to eighteen, he served in the local cadets, … Leslie Lamb was born on 26 January 1925 in Saint Helens, Lancashire, England to Daniel and Annie (Gilleeney) Lamb. They family lived on Marshalls Cross Road, and Leslie attended school …County of Brant Public Library - Le Courrier de L'Air, 20 July 1944
Leslie Lamb was born on 26 January 1925 in Saint Helens, Lancashire, England to Daniel and Annie (Gilleeney) Lamb. They family lived on Marshalls Cross Road, and Leslie attended school around the corner at Robins Lane School. From the age of fifteen to eighteen, he served in the local cadets, … Leslie Lamb was born on 26 January 1925 in Saint Helens, Lancashire, England to Daniel and Annie (Gilleeney) Lamb. They family lived on Marshalls Cross Road, and Leslie attended school …County of Brant Public Library - Letter, Margaret Jones to Andrew and Mary Pate, 20 July 1940
The Pate-Jones Collection consists of some photographs of the family members and a large group of letters. The majority of the letters are written by Margaret nee Wilson, and some by her husband Howard Jones, to their sons Barry and Stewart Jones, or to Mr. and Mrs. Pate. From 1940 … The Pate-Jones Collection consists of some photographs of the family members and a large group of letters. The majority of the letters are written by Margaret nee Wilson, and some …County of Brant Public Library - Assorted Regimental Buttons
These regimental buttons were worn by soldiers who belonged to a variety of regiments operating within the County of Brant. These artifacts were provided for photography by Richard Shaver from his personal collection. They can be seen on display at the Canadian Military Heritage Museum in Brantford. This picture is … These regimental buttons were worn by soldiers who belonged to a variety of regiments operating within the County of Brant. These artifacts were provided for photography by Richard Shaver from …County of Brant Public Library - Brass Patriotic Box, Boer War
The handwritten note reads "I wish you a happy new year". The handwritten note reads "I wish you a happy new year".County of Brant Public Library - Soldier's New Testament, South Africa 1900, Boer War
This New Testament was sent to soldiers during the Boer War, fought in South Africa from 1899 - 1902. Canada took part in the war, with 8600 volunteers. The cover reads "Soldier's New Testament - South Africa 1900". This artifact was provided for photography by Richard Shaver from his personal … This New Testament was sent to soldiers during the Boer War, fought in South Africa from 1899 - 1902. Canada took part in the war, with 8600 volunteers. The cover …County of Brant Public Library - Orange Free State Medal, Boer War
This medal was awarded to a soldier during the Boer War, fought in South Africa from 1899 - 1902. Canada took part in the war, with 8600 volunteers. This artifact was provided for photography by Richard Shaver from his personal collection. It can be seen on display at the Canadian … This medal was awarded to a soldier during the Boer War, fought in South Africa from 1899 - 1902. Canada took part in the war, with 8600 volunteers. This artifact …County of Brant Public Library - Welcome Ribbon, Boer War
The ribbon reads "Welcome Home - Our Boys Return from South Africa" The ribbon reads "Welcome Home - Our Boys Return from South Africa"County of Brant Public Library - Airgraph, John Bialas to Mary Dancavitch, 19 February 1943
John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a member of the St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church. He was one of Brantford’s best known young hockey players, … John Joseph Bialas, the eldest son of John and Katherine (Serdersky) Bialas, was born on 7 May 1921 in Brantford, Ontario. He attended St. Basil’s Separate School and was a …County of Brant Public Library - Edward John "Ted" Hewings
Edward John Hewings was born 4 March 1922 in Brantford, Ontario to Maud (Satchwell) and Mark Henry Hewings. The family lived at 8 Tom Street in Brantford, Ontario. Nicknamed Ted, he had three other siblings: Henry Mark (eldest son), Eileen Annie Matilda (eldest daughter), and Sarah Elizabeth (youngest child). Ted … Edward John Hewings was born 4 March 1922 in Brantford, Ontario to Maud (Satchwell) and Mark Henry Hewings. The family lived at 8 Tom Street in Brantford, Ontario. Nicknamed Ted, …County of Brant Public Library - Cannon Ball
This cannon ball was found in Port Dover after the U.S. Navy entered the port in the War of 1812-1814. This artifact was provided for photography by Richard Shaver from his personal collection. They can be seen on display at the Canadian Military Heritage Museum in Brantford. This cannon ball was found in Port Dover after the U.S. Navy entered the port in the War of 1812-1814. This artifact was provided for photography by Richard Shaver from …County of Brant Public Library - 1812-era Blood Letting Instrument
The item has the name "T Wanklin" engraved on it; this is presumably the manufacturer. The item has the name "T Wanklin" engraved on it; this is presumably the manufacturer.County of Brant Public Library - 1812-era Flask
This small glass flask is of the type that was commonly carried by Canadian and British soldiers in the County of Brant area during the War of 1812. This artifact was provided for photography by Richard Shaver from his personal collection. It can be seen on display at the Canadian … This small glass flask is of the type that was commonly carried by Canadian and British soldiers in the County of Brant area during the War of 1812. This artifact …County of Brant Public Library - 1812-era Pipe
This pipe was likely carried by Canadian or British soldiers in the County of Brant area during the campaign of the War of 1812. This artifact was provided for photography by Richard Shaver from his personal collection. It can be seen on display at the Canadian Military Heritage Museum in … This pipe was likely carried by Canadian or British soldiers in the County of Brant area during the campaign of the War of 1812. This artifact was provided for photography …County of Brant Public Library - 1812-era Medicinal Flask
This medicinal flask was likely carried by Canadian or British soldiers in the County of Brant area during the campaign of the War of 1812. It would have held small amounts of medicine to help soldiers counteract the battlefield illnesses that were common during warfare at that time. It originally … This medicinal flask was likely carried by Canadian or British soldiers in the County of Brant area during the campaign of the War of 1812. It would have held small …County of Brant Public Library
