Purdon, John T. (J. T.) Photo
Rank Private
Service # 123914
Unit # FA, 70th Battalion
Resident Thamesville
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Private John T Purdon enlisted at London Oct 1915 in the 70th Batt and after training in Canada proceeded to England in Aug 1916. After further training, he crossed to France June 1917 attached to 10th Canadian Stationary Hospital. He returned to Canada May 1919.

Discharged June 1st 1919 due to demobilization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources Chatham Daily Planet (05-08-1919)
Height 5'8"
Eye Colour Grey
Age 54
Complexion Fair
Hair Brown
Race White
Birthplace England
Religion Congregationalist
Marital Status Married
Marriage Info January 14th, 1891, St.John's N.B.
When Enlisted October 1915
Where Enlisted London, Ontario
Allowance from Patriotic Fund $ 17.50 per month
Next of Kin Wife- Mrs. Bella Purdon, Thamesville. Children- Frank J. Purdon, Annie Purdon, Marjorie Purdon, Clarence Purdon, Walter Purdon.

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