Johnson, William Photo
Rank Private
Service # 844632
Unit # 47th Canadian Battalion
Resident Blenheim-No Att.
Books Of Rememberance Page Available

Private William Johnson trained two years in Canada before leaving for overseas in March 1918. He proceeded to France August 12th, 1918, to the 47th Canadian Battalion, serving two months when he received a gunshot wound in the right leg. He was admitted to hospital, transferred to England October 1st, 1918, and embarked for Canada January 18th, 1919.

Private William Johnson received his discharge February 14th, 1919, due to demobilization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources Blenheim Freedom Library, Royal Canadian Legion Br. 185 60th Anniversary Book 1930-1990
Height 5'11"
Eye Colour Brown
Age 22
Complexion Dark
Hair Black
Race Indian
Birthplace Walpole Island
Religion Anglican
Last Place of Employment Farmer
Average Earnings $ 40.00 per month
Marital Status Married
Marriage Info October 1913, Walpole, Ontario
When Enlisted February 21st, 1916
Where Enlisted Walpole Island, Ontario
Allowance from Patriotic Fund $ 5.00 per month
Next of Kin Wife-

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