Born in 1920 the son of Ellen and  Lafe Barnes of 87 ½ King St. East. Harold was reportedly living at 76 Wilson Ave., Chatham, ON 

The WN 20/12/43 reported that Harold was stationed at Camp Ipperwash, ON.

Went overseas in 1943 and spent three years in Italy, Holland, Germany and Belgium. Promoted to Sergeant Postmaster. Received 1939-1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Italy Star, War Medal 1939-1945, C.V.S.M. Medal and Clasp.

It was reported in the CDN 5/02/46 that Harold had been repatriated as a POW  and was aboard the S.S./ Aquitamia, that would be docking at Halifax.

Discharged October 3rd 1946.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Awards

1939-1945 Star, France & Germany Star, Italy Star

Birthplace	Chatham, Ontario
Religion	United Church
When Enlisted	August 8th, 1940
Next of Kin	Mother- Mrs. Ellen Barnes

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