The Only son of Mr. and Mrs. James Wellington, 30 Hyslop St., Chatham. He was raised in Chatham, attending Queen Mary School. He was employed at the American Pad and Textile Company. He originally enlisted with the First Kent Regt. He trained in Halifax, New Westminster, BC. He went overseas in May of 1943, age 26 years.

Previous Military Experience… Served with the Kent Regiment

History After Enlistment… Served with the Kents in Canada and later transferred to the Essex Scottish Regiment and went overseas. Served a year in England and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

A cable received by his parents and reported in the CDN 4/04/44 reporting that Clarence was seriously ill with pericarditis and was confined to hospital in England.

Date of Discharge… July 3rd 1944

Clarence Edward passed away 20/06/84.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources

CFF-FD44, IODE(P), St.AUC-RH, CDN(2), LM-LP

Age	born 1918
Birthplace	Chatham
Religion	United Church
Marital Status	Single
When Enlisted	August 8th 1940
Next of Kin	Ida May Wellington (Mother)

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