Private C.L.Ernest Gray trained at Carling Heights, until July 26th,1918, leaving Halifax for overseas with the 97th draft August 4th, 1918. Her was stationed with the 4th Reserve Battalion, Frenshaw Camp, Surrey transferred to Witley, and proceeded to France November 17th, 1918, drafted to the 47th Canadian Battalion, 4th Division. He remained with this unit until 17 April 1919, when he returned to England, left for Canada May 28th, 1919.

Discharged at London June 6th 1919 due to demobilization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources

IODE, Chatham Daily Planet (22-10-1917), Chatham Daily Planet (20-03-1918), Chatham Daily Planet (06-06-1919), Royal Canadian Legion Br. 465 - Merlin - 50th Anniversary 1947-1997

Height	5'7 1/2"
Eye Colour	Light Brown
Age	20
Complexion	Fair
Hair	Light Brown
Race	White
Birthplace	Merlin, Ontario
Religion	Methodist
Last Place of Employment	Farmer at home
Marital Status	Single
When Enlisted	May 20th, 1918
Where Enlisted	London, Ontario
Next of Kin	Parents- Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Gray R.R.4, Merlin

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