Private Herbert Haggard crossed to England August 16th, 1915, and proceeded to France January 3rd, 1916, attached to the 21st Battalion. He was wounded seriously in the hands and hip September15th,1916, at Courcelette, was admitted to the Metropolitan Hospital London, England, and after convalescence was returned to Canada January 13th, 1917.

Private Herbert Haggard received treatment at the Convalescence Hospital , London, Ont, and was honourably discharged November 31st, 1917, being unfit for further military service owing to disabilities including two fingers useless on the right hand.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources

IODE, Blenheim News Tribune (03-05-1916), In Khaki - Blenheim Enlistment Book, Royal Canadian Legion Br. 185 60th Anniversary Book 1930-1990

Height	5'9"
Eye Colour	Blue
Age	19
Complexion	Fair
Hair	Brown
Race	White
Birthplace	Leystone, England
Religion	Anglican
Last Place of Employment	William Haggard, Farmer
Average Earnings	$ 40.00 per month
Marital Status	Single
When Enlisted	February 23rd, 1915
Where Enlisted	London, Ontario
Allowance from Patriotic Fund	Brother- William Haggard, 2nd Battalion

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