Pte. Thomas G. Walkinghood went overseas with the 186th Battalion March 26th, 1917, crossing to France the latter part of August, attached to the 18th Battalion. In November he was admitted to Norfolk War Hospital, suffering with trench feet. He was transferred to the Red Cross Hospital, East Dereham, Norfolk. When convalescent he again crossed to France and re-joined the 18th Battn and went with them to Germany in the army of occupation, he returned to Belgium and England leaving there May 14th 1919 and arrived at Halifax May 22 1919.

Discharged at London May 24th 1919 due to demobilization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources

Thamesville Herald, Chatham Daily Planet (25-05-1919)

Height	5'9 1/2"
Eye Colour	Blue
Age	36
Complexion	Dark
Hair	Black
Race	White
Birthplace	Hersey, Michigan
Religion	Methodist
Last Place of Employment	William Huston, Croton
Average Earnings	$ 2.50 per day
Marital Status	Single
When Enlisted	October 10th, 1916
Where Enlisted	London, Ontario
Next of Kin	Father- C. Walkinghood, Thamesville. Brother- George L. Walkinghood, John F. Walkinghood. Sister- Mrs. A. L. Barks, Flossie L. Walkinghood, Cora M. Walkinghood, Floyd Walkinghood, Agnes Walkinghood.

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