Merriam, William James (W. J.) Photo
Rank Sig., Private
Service # 880827
Unit # 186th Battalion, 18th Battalion
Resident Kent Centre
Books Of Rememberance Page Available

Pte. William J. Merriam trained in Canada with the 186th Battalion, going overseas in March 1917. after a short training at Bramshott he proceeded to France, transferring to the 18th Battalion. He served with this unit until he was taken sick Feb 27th 1918 when he was transferred to Field Ambulance, went to Casualty Clearing Station Whitley and remained there until cessation of hostilities, Left for Canada Dec 16th 1918.

Discharged at London Jan 21st 1919 due to demobilization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources Chatham Daily Planet (21-12-1918), Blenheim Freedom Library, Harwich Womens Institute Book - Kent OGS Room, C-K Library, Chatham
Height 5'8"
Eye Colour Brown
Age 27
Complexion Dark
Hair Black
Race White
Birthplace Harwich Township
Religion Presbyterian
Last Place of Employment Farming in Harwich Township
Average Earnings $ 600.00 per year
Marital Status Single
When Enlisted June 1916
Where Enlisted Chatham, Ontario
Allowance from Patriotic Fund $ 10.00 per month
Next of Kin Mother- Mrs. William Merriam, Kent Centre. Sister- Miss Maggie Merriam, Mrs. Charles Nichola, Mrs. Henry Steemman, Mrs. Blake Mourers.

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