Signaller William H. Shaw was actively engaged in Chatham as Scout Master. In the summer of 1912, in behalf of Scout movement, and at the City’s expense, he took a short training and instructional course at St. Andrew’s College, Toronto.

Signaller William H. Shaw trained at Rockcliffe, Ottawa, until December 1917, when he embarked for England, being stationed at Seaford. He was prevented from going to France owing to low medical category, and remained at Seaford until January 12th, 1919 when he was sent to demobilisation Camp at Rhyl, He arrived at Halifax. Nova Scotia January 28th, 1919.

Discharged at London February 4th 1919 due to demobilisation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources

Chatham Daily News (07-04-1919), Chatham Daily News (09-04-1919)

Height	5' 7''
Eye Colour	Brown
Age	22
Complexion	Medium
Hair	Brown
Race	White
Birthplace	Kent Bridge, Ontario
Religion	Presbyterian
Last Place of Employment	Electrical Engineer, Detroit, Michigan
Average Earnings	$6.00 per day
Marital Status	Single
When Enlisted	June 15th, 1917
Where Enlisted	London, Ontario
Next of Kin	Father- John Shaw, Chatham, Mother- Mrs. J. Shaw, Sister- mrs. E. L. Wilmot, Mrs. Fred Pugh, Mrs. H. F. Kenney

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