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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