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WW1 AND FAMILIES

Family in WW 1 My interest in the First World War began while doing this family history.  Quite a simple search generated a list of 14 men who enlisted and 4 (so 28%) of these died from their service or … Continue reading

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War medals of Ray Simpson

Ray Simpson (1889-1921), born in Myrtle Ontario and lived in Saskatchewan, served in World War 1 and saw more than two years service in France.  He received two medals for his gallantry, the British Military Cross (received for his actions … Continue reading

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