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- German War Ship Carving
This wooden ship was carved by a German prisoner of war during the Second World War. A Prisoner of War Camp, called Camp Angler, was set up in Northwestern Ontario, where Neys Provincial Park is now situated. The prisoner gifted the ship carving to Canadian soldier John Malyna, who was … This wooden ship was carved by a German prisoner of war during the Second World War. A Prisoner of War Camp, called Camp Angler, was set up in Northwestern Ontario, …Schreiber Heritage & Tourism Committee - World War II Mae West (Life Preserver), 1942
he Mae West was a common nickname for the first inflatable life preserver, which was invented in 1928 by Peter Markus (1885–1974) (US Patent 1694714) with his subsequent improvements in 1930 and 1931. The nickname was originated because someone wearing the inflated life preserver often appeared to be as physically-endowed … he Mae West was a common nickname for the first inflatable life preserver, which was invented in 1928 by Peter Markus (1885–1974) (US Patent 1694714) with his subsequent improvements in …Huron Shores Museum - War Medals
World War II medals belonging to Gerry Armour of Terrace Bay. World War II medals belonging to Gerry Armour of Terrace Bay.Terrace Bay Public Library - Masonic apron of Bro. E. V. Berggren. Masonic identity card used during World War I
Item # (#161) Donor: Bro. B. L. Nehring, Niagara Lodge, No. 2. Date: May 1, 1991. Item # (#161) Donor: Bro. B. L. Nehring, Niagara Lodge, No. 2. Date: May 1, 1991.Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library - Commemorative Scroll
Framed commemorative scroll issued to Walter Wilkes for leaving his occupation to serve in the First World War. Text reads: "In Honour of Duty Nobly Done this scroll serves to commemorate that Walter W. Wilkes while in service with the Canadian Pacific Railway Company relinquished his position in response to … Framed commemorative scroll issued to Walter Wilkes for leaving his occupation to serve in the First World War. Text reads: "In Honour of Duty Nobly Done this scroll serves to …Schreiber Heritage & Tourism Committee - Letter of appreciation to Niagara Lodge, No. 2
Hand-written letter of appreciation to Niagara Lodge, No. 2, for a food parcel sent to an English brother and his family in times of scarcity and the continuation of official food rationing after World War II. Beneath the letter: The Summons of Enfield Lodge, No. 1237, Middlesex, England, the lodge … Hand-written letter of appreciation to Niagara Lodge, No. 2, for a food parcel sent to an English brother and his family in times of scarcity and the continuation of official …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library - Masonic identity pass issued to soldier in World War I
Masonic certificate for brother Robert Clark, serving in the Great War 1914-1918. There are two illustrations on this document (a group of soldiers and portrait of the King George V) and signatures of Lodge Master, Secretary (at the bottom) and Robert Clark (left margin). Masonic certificate for brother Robert Clark, serving in the Great War 1914-1918. There are two illustrations on this document (a group of soldiers and portrait of the King George V) …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library - Sir Isaac Brock Commemorative Token - 1816
The inscription on the front reads “SR ISAAC BROCK THE HERO OF UPR CANADA”. The reverse reads: “SUCCESS TO COMMERCE AND PEACE TO THE WORLD” with the date 1816. The inscription on the front reads “SR ISAAC BROCK THE HERO OF UPR CANADA”. The reverse reads: “SUCCESS TO COMMERCE AND PEACE TO THE WORLD” with the date 1816. - WWI Burial Report
Pte. Fred Smith of Eugenia Falls, Ontario was a member of the 15th Canadian Battalion. He died a prisoner of war in 1918 and was buried near Neuchatel, Switzerland. Pte. Fred Smith of Eugenia Falls, Ontario was a member of the 15th Canadian Battalion. He died a prisoner of war in 1918 and was buried near Neuchatel, Switzerland.South Grey Museum - A.C. MacMillan's Medals
The British War Medal on the left was awarded to all ranks of Canadian overseas military forces who came from Canada between 5 August 1914 and 11 November 1918. On the right is the Victory Medal which was given to to all ranks of the fighting forces, to civilians under … The British War Medal on the left was awarded to all ranks of Canadian overseas military forces who came from Canada between 5 August 1914 and 11 November 1918. On …South Grey Museum - WWI Artemesia Township Medal
Medal given to A.C. MacMillan by the township of Artemesia on his return from WWI. Medal given to A.C. MacMillan by the township of Artemesia on his return from WWI.South Grey Museum - Women's Med Core Jacket
Belonged to May Askew who graduated from Aberdeen Hospital School of Nursing in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia in 1937. During WWII Miss Askew served in Halifax, England, and Belgium; she retired from the army in 1967. Belonged to May Askew who graduated from Aberdeen Hospital School of Nursing in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia in 1937. During WWII Miss Askew served in Halifax, England, and Belgium; she …South Grey Museum - Charles Rutherford Memorial stone, Cenotaph, Colborne, Cramahe Township
Photo by Mandy Martin, 2019 Photo by Mandy Martin, 2019Cramahe Township Public Library - Charles Rutherford Victoria Cross Memorial stone, National Memorial Arboretum, Stratfordshire, England
Inscribed on memorial stone: Lieutenant Charles Rutherford / Quebec Regiment / 26th August 1918 This image was copied from: http://www.vconline.org.uk/charles-s-rutherford-vc/4588124261 Text from Charles Rutherford exhibit - Charles S. Rutherford, VC MC MM: Colborne's Canadian War Hero (see link on the right side of page): Charles Rutherford’s service to Canada during … Inscribed on memorial stone: Lieutenant Charles Rutherford / Quebec Regiment / 26th August 1918 This image was copied from: http://www.vconline.org.uk/charles-s-rutherford-vc/4588124261 Text from Charles Rutherford exhibit - Charles S. Rutherford, VC …Cramahe Township Public Library - Letter, John "Jack" Chapple Tate to Margaret Tate, 8 September 1941
John “Jack” Chapple Tate was the youngest of three children of George R. and Gertrude Louise [Chapple] Tate, born in Paris, Ontario on 19 January 1911. He grew up at 79 Walnut Street, and attended Paris Central Public School, Paris District High School, and St. James Anglican Church. His sister … John “Jack” Chapple Tate was the youngest of three children of George R. and Gertrude Louise [Chapple] Tate, born in Paris, Ontario on 19 January 1911. He grew up at …County of Brant Public Library - WWI Helmet
Worn by A.C. MacMillan. Worn by A.C. MacMillan.South Grey Museum - 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 - Grey and Simcoe Foresters Badges
Lapel badges from the Grey and Simcoe Foresters regiment. Most likely from WWI. Lapel badges from the Grey and Simcoe Foresters regiment. Most likely from WWI.South Grey Museum - WWI Pitcher Made from Shell
1915 pitcher made from an 84mm shell used in an 18-pounder field gun. 1915 pitcher made from an 84mm shell used in an 18-pounder field gun.South Grey Museum - The 147th Battalion Badges
This was one of two units in the Canadian Expeditionary Force that recruited from Grey County, along with the 248th unit. This was one of two units in the Canadian Expeditionary Force that recruited from Grey County, along with the 248th unit.South Grey Museum
