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Private Walter R Johnson

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PERSONAL INFORMATION

Date of birth: 1888-08-17
Place of birth: Killmaster Michigan U.S.A.
Next of kin: Catherine Johnson, mother. Stettler, Alberta
Marital status: single
Occupation (attested): Farmer
Occupation (normalized): General Farmer
Address: Stettler, Alberta
Religion: Baptist
Date of death: 1941-03-29

MILITARY INFORMATION

Regimental number: 809009
Highest Rank: Private (50th Battalion)
Rank detail

Private, 50th Battalion, Infantry (Army).

Degree of service: Europe
Survived war: yes
Commemoration location: Stettler, Alberta
Awards

Military Medal
Description: During operations from 18th-25th August 1917. For his bravery and useful services. Several times carrying messages through enemy barrages to posts which had been established far in advance of our front line. His endurance and bravery were marvellous. He did most valuable work, as few men could have delivered messages under such heavy fire.
Date of award: 1917-11-19
Date of award: 1917-08-18
Source: London Gazette 30389, Canadian Gazette: December 15, 1917

Distinguished Conduct Medal
Description: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during an attack. In company with another man, he rushed a nest of snipers working with a machine-gun, bayonetting some of the occupants and capturing the remainder. His dash and courage inspired the men of his company. He has consistently done excellent work.
Date of award: 1918-11-15
Source: London Gazette 31011, Canadian Gazette: December 21, 1918

RESEARCH INFORMATION

LAC ID: 338075
Attestation record(s): image 1, image 2
Service file: B4905-S046
Uploader's Research notes: [Private Army Canadian Infantry 50th Battalion Distinguished Conduct Medal For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during an attack. In company with another man, he rushed a nest of snipers working with a machine-gun, bayonetting some of the occupants and capturing the remainder. His dash and courage inspired the men of his company. He has consistently done excellent work. Military Medal During operations from 18th-25th August 1917. For his bravery and useful services. Several times carrying messages through enemy barrages to posts which had been established far in advance of our front line. His endurance and bravery were marvellous. He did most valuable work, as few men could have delivered messages under such heavy fire. ]

ARCHIVAL INFORMATION

Date added: 2006-10-25
Last modified: 2013-08-07