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Was going to suggest caution with the indication of B Sqn in 1941, but one of the 1944 letters from family seeking details also mentions B Sqn, so a stronger clue. Might also look at Lieut AE Rogers, also Missing (X6 list) and later confirmed killed 6 Jul 44. Possibly his crew, slightly better chanc...

In May 1940, #5 Pl where he is shown would have been the Pioneer Pl within Hq Coy. It was later renumbered as #6 Pl under Support Coy.

I have some experience researching Pt II Orders, with the caveat that it was more than 15 years ago and some of the details are fuzzy. I theory, they exist at LAC. They are considered restricted records and do not typically show up in their search tool. It seems they were usually included with the w...

HE is Home Establishment, I believe distinct from the implied War Establishment of the unit. An Establishment is the authorized organization of a unit, in precise detail. As a made up example, you are authorized to carry exactly 800 men, of which 40 are Cpls, 15 are Sgts, etc. 18 are officers, where...

He had no connection to the Reginas yet as of Apr 43. Looks like he had been tabbed to move overseas as a Gnr, got sick in Halifax and lost his spot. Temporarily attached to the Arty AA Reinf Camp for R&Q (rations and quarters). He wasn't 'working' for that unit, probably a bit in limbo while they f...

Hadn't noticed before but I think post #2 is about Canadians temporarily attached to British formations in N. Africa to gain battle experience. This was before and unrelated to CANLOAN as far as I am aware.

It's generally very challenging to get precise details for KIA. Died of Wounds sometimes have some details. For KIA, at best you might be able to infer from other sources. Some ideas: Look into Operation Vitality, the clearing of S. Beveland. That will provide some general background. From a quick r...

Just throw a couple more junk posts on this thread. Not sure of the rule here but 5 posts is typical.

1. I agree with Med, we saw from previous he is on his way there 2. CAC is Cdn Armd Corps. X4 is reinforcement list. Probably in D Squadron of that Holding/Reinf unit 4. Think this is correct, not sure if it's any difference in purpose to a Holding/Reinf unit 5/6. Not perfectly clear but I think all...

Agree with Phil's review. Don't do much Italy but suspect 6. is CMF - Central Mediterranean Force aka Italy. Fits with move from UK/NW Europe to Italy. Somewhat unique with someone serving in France and later transferring to Italy, don't recall seeing that before. Don't know the official difference ...