15th Field Artillery Regiment
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
1968
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
1968
as at 18 October 2021
Sub-units
31st Field Battery, RCA
85th Field Battery, RCA
158th Field Battery, RCA
209th Field Battery, RCA
Band of the 15th Field Regiment, RCA
31st Field Battery, RCA
85th Field Battery, RCA
158th Field Battery, RCA
209th Field Battery, RCA
Band of the 15th Field Regiment, RCA
Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
Captain-General, Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
Her Majesty The Queen
Colonel Commandant, Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
Major-General AB Matthews CBE DSO ED CD
Senior Regular Gunner
Lieutenant-General WAB Anderson, OBE, CD
Chief of Artillery
Colonel JP Beer MBE CD
Captain-General, Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
Her Majesty The Queen
Colonel Commandant, Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
Major-General AB Matthews CBE DSO ED CD
Senior Regular Gunner
Lieutenant-General WAB Anderson, OBE, CD
Chief of Artillery
Colonel JP Beer MBE CD
Key Appointments
Promotions and Appointments
New Members
9 March 1968 Terry Harmon taken on strength as Private (Recruit)
19 March 1968 William (Bill) Joseph Amos taken on strength as a Cook Royal Canadian Army Service Corps
25 May 1968 Keith Laing taken on strength as Private (Recruit)
9 November 1968 Richard J Van Slyke taken on strength as Private (Trained)
9 March 1968 Terry Harmon taken on strength as Private (Recruit)
19 March 1968 William (Bill) Joseph Amos taken on strength as a Cook Royal Canadian Army Service Corps
25 May 1968 Keith Laing taken on strength as Private (Recruit)
9 November 1968 Richard J Van Slyke taken on strength as Private (Trained)
Recruiting Campaign
How successful were these ads? The age requirements seem to change during the year?
How successful were these ads? The age requirements seem to change during the year?
Stone Frigate Shield
The shield was presented by Colonel JKG Magee MC and was used as a rifle competition trophy between the units in the Armoury. Colonel Magee, MC passed away in White Rock, BC on August 6, 1956. The Stone Frigate Shield is named after Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Stone Frigate, a dormitory and classroom block of the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario. A former naval storehouse it was converted to its present use in 1876 on the establishment of the College. 31 Battery won the trophy this year with a team consisting of the following members: Master Warrant Officer Willett JA, Warrant Officer Taylor LD, Warrant Officer Yelland AM, Sergeant Platt RS, and Bombardier Wiens AB. |
Keen Plate
The silver plate was presented to the 15th Field Regiment RCA by Mrs J.F. Keen in 1953. It was originally won by her husband, Colonel J.F. Keen CMG TD who was a very accurate shooter. Colonel Keen had won the Queen’s Purse from Queen Victoria and was excluded from Bisley Competitions after winning three years. The Regiment uses the plate as a trophy for a rifle competition between batteries. This year it was won by the 31st Battery. |
Remembrance Day
This appears to be the earliest known date for the Regiment firing a Remembrance Day salute on 11 November. The article mentions that this was the 50th anniversary of the end of the First World War and may have been a special commemoration which was brought in at that time.
See more...
This appears to be the earliest known date for the Regiment firing a Remembrance Day salute on 11 November. The article mentions that this was the 50th anniversary of the end of the First World War and may have been a special commemoration which was brought in at that time.
See more...
Salute for the Royal Navy Missile Destroyers, HMS Fife and HMS Glamorgan
The two RN Missile Destroyers, HMS Fife and HMS Glamorgan, paid an official visit to Vancouver In the summer of 1968. Here Fife (D20), the senior of the two, is seen firing a salute to Canada as she passes Brockton Point in Stanley Park with 15 Field Artillery Regiment, RCA standing by to reply.
The two RN Missile Destroyers, HMS Fife and HMS Glamorgan, paid an official visit to Vancouver In the summer of 1968. Here Fife (D20), the senior of the two, is seen firing a salute to Canada as she passes Brockton Point in Stanley Park with 15 Field Artillery Regiment, RCA standing by to reply.
Other Salutes
There was the salute for the Queen's Birthday, Prince Philips' Birthday, the Queen Mother's Birthday,
See more...
There was the salute for the Queen's Birthday, Prince Philips' Birthday, the Queen Mother's Birthday,
See more...
Radio Sets
The C42 is a VHF FM transceiver covering the frequency range 36 - 60 mHz, providing 241 channels at 100 kHz spacing, using the dial calibrations. There are 3 units - the radio, a power supply and an aerial tuning unit. The 509 Set was a manportable radio. I'm still looking for technical details. |
Officers’ Mess
Military Ball
The 15th Field Artillery Regiment was tasked with organizing the 1968 Military Ball and by all acounts it appears to have been another success.
See more...
The 15th Field Artillery Regiment was tasked with organizing the 1968 Military Ball and by all acounts it appears to have been another success.
See more...
Artillery Cuff Links - The Honorable Colonel Thomas Grantham Norris QC
On 6 December 1968, the Honorable Thomas Norris, Q.C., a judge of the Supreme Court of British Columbia presented a pair of suitably engraved gold cuff links that were to be worn by the Commanding Officer of the Regiment. Colonel Norris began his military career as a Gunner with the 5th Regiment Canadian Garrison Artillery in Victoria. He rose to the rank of Bombardier prior to transferring to the 47th Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force when a former Commanding Officer of the 5th, Lieutenant-Colonel William Norman Winsby, commanded the unit and took it overseas. He subsequently transferred to the Canadian Field Artillery and from 1917 to 1918 he was a Lieutenant with the 10th Battery Canadian Field Artillery, 3rd Brigade and was awarded his first Military Cross (MC) for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations from September 27th to 30th, 1918. His citation reads in part, as follows: When a shell landed alongside "E" subsection gun, wounding him and three Non Commissioned Officers (NCOs), he saw the NCOs bandaged up and sent to the dressing station, and though his wound was most painful, stayed with the battery until the night of September 29th when he was finally ordered out by the brigade medical officer. The devotion to duty and coolness under fire, of this officer, has always been an inspiration to the men of this battery. One month later he was awarded a second MC. His second citation reads in part, as follows: He went forward with a small patrol, keeping in touch with the infantry, under heavy shell fire, and sent back information. One of his men and all of his horses were killed during the day, but he continued on foot and persevered in the task of enabling his battery to support the attack by the information he sent back. After World War I, Norris was called to the Bar of British Columbia in January 1919 and practiced law with Barnard, Robertson and Heisterman in Vancouver BC. In September 1932 he was created King's Counsel (KC). In World War 2, from 1941 to 1945 he was Judge Advocate General for the 21st Army Group. After the war he was appointed Judge of the Court of Appeal of British Columbia and the Court of Appeal of the Yukon Territory, Judge of the Court Martial Appeal Court of Canada, and District Judge in Admiralty for British Columbia.
On 6 December 1968, the Honorable Thomas Norris, Q.C., a judge of the Supreme Court of British Columbia presented a pair of suitably engraved gold cuff links that were to be worn by the Commanding Officer of the Regiment. Colonel Norris began his military career as a Gunner with the 5th Regiment Canadian Garrison Artillery in Victoria. He rose to the rank of Bombardier prior to transferring to the 47th Battalion Canadian Expeditionary Force when a former Commanding Officer of the 5th, Lieutenant-Colonel William Norman Winsby, commanded the unit and took it overseas. He subsequently transferred to the Canadian Field Artillery and from 1917 to 1918 he was a Lieutenant with the 10th Battery Canadian Field Artillery, 3rd Brigade and was awarded his first Military Cross (MC) for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations from September 27th to 30th, 1918. His citation reads in part, as follows: When a shell landed alongside "E" subsection gun, wounding him and three Non Commissioned Officers (NCOs), he saw the NCOs bandaged up and sent to the dressing station, and though his wound was most painful, stayed with the battery until the night of September 29th when he was finally ordered out by the brigade medical officer. The devotion to duty and coolness under fire, of this officer, has always been an inspiration to the men of this battery. One month later he was awarded a second MC. His second citation reads in part, as follows: He went forward with a small patrol, keeping in touch with the infantry, under heavy shell fire, and sent back information. One of his men and all of his horses were killed during the day, but he continued on foot and persevered in the task of enabling his battery to support the attack by the information he sent back. After World War I, Norris was called to the Bar of British Columbia in January 1919 and practiced law with Barnard, Robertson and Heisterman in Vancouver BC. In September 1932 he was created King's Counsel (KC). In World War 2, from 1941 to 1945 he was Judge Advocate General for the 21st Army Group. After the war he was appointed Judge of the Court of Appeal of British Columbia and the Court of Appeal of the Yukon Territory, Judge of the Court Martial Appeal Court of Canada, and District Judge in Admiralty for British Columbia.
Artillery Brooch
Lieutenant-Colonel Alan M. McGavin donated a gem-encrusted artillery brooch to be worn by the wife of the Commanding Officer of the Regiment. Should the Commanding Officer not be married, the honour would be passed down to the wife of the Second in Command.
Lieutenant-Colonel Alan M. McGavin donated a gem-encrusted artillery brooch to be worn by the wife of the Commanding Officer of the Regiment. Should the Commanding Officer not be married, the honour would be passed down to the wife of the Second in Command.
Sergeants’ Mess
MOBCOM Cup
Warrant Officer Al Yelland, CD donates the MOBCOM CUP to the Mess. The Cup has the names of the Senior NCOs that were in attendance during the first Mobile Command Battery exercise. It is to be filled up with a concoction of the BSM of the MOBCOM Battery’s choosing which is then consumed at Mess Dinners. The ritual is that each guest sitting to the side of the member that is partaking of the cup will rise to ensure that the member does not injure himself due to excessive consumption. |
Wasn't that a party!?!
Wow, the Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess held a western theme party. Looks like everyone had a lot of fun. We're pretty sure that it was 1968, but I'm always open to new information. Brian Cormier, Heinz Winter, 3, Eric Tyldesley-Gore, 5 ,6, Bud Taylor, 8 pose for what well be the 'Best Costume' award.
Help me with some of the other names.... 1,2,3, Al Yelland, Sylvia Yelland, 6, 7, Mrs Hamilton, Jim Hamilton, 10, 11, 12 , 13, 14 , 15, 16, 17. See more...
Wow, the Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess held a western theme party. Looks like everyone had a lot of fun. We're pretty sure that it was 1968, but I'm always open to new information. Brian Cormier, Heinz Winter, 3, Eric Tyldesley-Gore, 5 ,6, Bud Taylor, 8 pose for what well be the 'Best Costume' award.
Help me with some of the other names.... 1,2,3, Al Yelland, Sylvia Yelland, 6, 7, Mrs Hamilton, Jim Hamilton, 10, 11, 12 , 13, 14 , 15, 16, 17. See more...
Ladies Dining-In Night
I've got the invite for the dinner. I just need some photos of everyone having a great time that night! Search your album! I'm sure that it was a fun night for everyone. The price was certainly reasonable... And I have a photo! Thanks to Sergeant Darwin Harmon who is sitting by his date for the evening, the daughter of Warrant Officer Class II Ray Guttridge who is either about to present a plaque or has just received one. Sitting beside Ray is his lovely wife Pam Guttridge. |
ROYAL CANADIAN ARTILLERY ASSOCIATION MEETS AT SHILO
The annual meeting of the Royal Canadian Artillery Association was held at the Royal Canadian Scholl of Artillery, Shilo, during the period 25-28 September. Fifty-one delegates attended, representing Canadian Forces Headquarters, Training Command Headquarters, RCSA, all Artillery Training Headquarters and most regular and reserve artillery units across Canada. See more... |
MOBILE COMMAND TODAY
On 27 September 1968, Lieutenant General W.A.B. Anderson, OBE, CD, commander Mobile Command and Senior Serving Gunner, addressed the annual meeting of the RCA Association being held in Shilo. During his talk General Anderson reviewed the current situation in Mobile Command. Extracts from the address follow. I should like to review the structure of Mobile Command as it is now emerging. It was four years ago that the White Paper on Defence said that we were going to reorient the land forces from the structure in which they had been cast for the best part of fifty years; i.e., oriented towards an expeditionary force for Europe. See more... |
Regular Force Artillery
On 6 May 1968, a French-speaking field artillery regiment was added to the regular list of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery. 5e Regiment d’Artillerie Legere Canadienne, (5e RALC) was formed at CFB Valcartier as a part of 5 Combat Group. The Commanding Officer is LCOL J.A.R. Vandal, CD. The regiment is equipped with the 105mm howitzer, but will soon get the L5 pack howitzer. The Royal Canadian Horse Artillery Band (RCHA BAND) was disbanded in 1968. On 16 August 1968, 1 Locating Battery RCA marched off the parade square for the last time. It had come into existence on 15 June 1965. See more... |
Obituaries
Captain James Powers Allan
On June, 15 1968, James Powers Allan of 3150 S.W. Marine Dr. Aged 60 years. Survived by his loving wife Dolores; a son Eric of Montreal and his daughter Joan Elizabeth at home. 3 grandsons, Michael, Christopher and James, 1 grand-daughter Christina. Rev. G.D. Kelly will conduct the funeral service in St. Mary’s Anglican Church. Kerrisdale 2490 W. 37th Ave. on Tuesday, June 18 at 3 p.m. Followed by cremation. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the B.C. Heart Foundation. 1956 W. Broadway. Mount Pleasant Chapel directors.
Captain Allan served as a Lieutenant with the 58th Heavy Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade RCA NPAM in 1940. He subsequently volunteered for service in Europe.
On June, 15 1968, James Powers Allan of 3150 S.W. Marine Dr. Aged 60 years. Survived by his loving wife Dolores; a son Eric of Montreal and his daughter Joan Elizabeth at home. 3 grandsons, Michael, Christopher and James, 1 grand-daughter Christina. Rev. G.D. Kelly will conduct the funeral service in St. Mary’s Anglican Church. Kerrisdale 2490 W. 37th Ave. on Tuesday, June 18 at 3 p.m. Followed by cremation. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the B.C. Heart Foundation. 1956 W. Broadway. Mount Pleasant Chapel directors.
Captain Allan served as a Lieutenant with the 58th Heavy Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade RCA NPAM in 1940. He subsequently volunteered for service in Europe.
Bombardier William Conrad Beckman
First war veteran dies at 77
Funeral service for William C. Beckman, 77 of 305 College Ave., a 54-year resident of Regina, who died Wednesday, was held Monday at 3.30 p.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel with Rev. D.P. Pasterfield officiating. Burial was in the Soldiers’ Plot, Riverside Memorial Park.
Mr. Beckman served in the First World War, spent 28 years with the customs branch of the federal government in Regina, and was an avid stamp collector. Born in 1891 in Rotterdam, Holland, he came to Scott, Sask., in 1912 and settled in Regina in 1914.
He served with the 60th Battery, Royal Canadian Artillery, in the First World War. The six remaining members of the battery in the Regina area were honorary pallbearers. He joined the customs division in 1923 and retired in 1951. In 1947, he married Gertrude Matthews of Regina.
He was a member of the Elks lodge. Mr. Beckman was an active philatelist with the Regina Stamp Club as well as Canadian and North American Associations. Predeceased by his wife in 1958, he is survived by a sister, Allie in Rotterdam; a step-daughter, Mrs. Ivor Rees of Moose Jaw; two step-sons, W. H. Matthews of Edmonton and C.V. Matthews of Kingston, Ont.; and six grandchildren.
Bombardier Beckman was taken on strength 60th Battery, 15th Overseas Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery as a Gunner 18 March 1916.
First war veteran dies at 77
Funeral service for William C. Beckman, 77 of 305 College Ave., a 54-year resident of Regina, who died Wednesday, was held Monday at 3.30 p.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel with Rev. D.P. Pasterfield officiating. Burial was in the Soldiers’ Plot, Riverside Memorial Park.
Mr. Beckman served in the First World War, spent 28 years with the customs branch of the federal government in Regina, and was an avid stamp collector. Born in 1891 in Rotterdam, Holland, he came to Scott, Sask., in 1912 and settled in Regina in 1914.
He served with the 60th Battery, Royal Canadian Artillery, in the First World War. The six remaining members of the battery in the Regina area were honorary pallbearers. He joined the customs division in 1923 and retired in 1951. In 1947, he married Gertrude Matthews of Regina.
He was a member of the Elks lodge. Mr. Beckman was an active philatelist with the Regina Stamp Club as well as Canadian and North American Associations. Predeceased by his wife in 1958, he is survived by a sister, Allie in Rotterdam; a step-daughter, Mrs. Ivor Rees of Moose Jaw; two step-sons, W. H. Matthews of Edmonton and C.V. Matthews of Kingston, Ont.; and six grandchildren.
Bombardier Beckman was taken on strength 60th Battery, 15th Overseas Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery as a Gunner 18 March 1916.
Gunner Percy James Bennett
Passed away March 6, 1968 Percy James Bennett of 6379-9th Ave., Burnaby, in his 71st year. Survived by his loving wife, Margaret; 3 brothers, William, San Francisco; Ernest and Harry, both of Vancouver; 2 sisters, Mrs Louise McCombie, Seattle; Mrs Amy Towers, Vancouver. The deceased served overseas in the First World War. Funeral service Saturday, March 9 at 1 p.m. in The Little Chapel of Flowers, at Forest Lawn, Royal Oak Ave. and Canada Way, Rev. W.J. Bishop officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. FOREST LAWN MORTUARY funeral directors in charge.
Gunner Bennet enrolled with the 68th Overseas Depot Battery, Canadian Field Artillery.
Passed away March 6, 1968 Percy James Bennett of 6379-9th Ave., Burnaby, in his 71st year. Survived by his loving wife, Margaret; 3 brothers, William, San Francisco; Ernest and Harry, both of Vancouver; 2 sisters, Mrs Louise McCombie, Seattle; Mrs Amy Towers, Vancouver. The deceased served overseas in the First World War. Funeral service Saturday, March 9 at 1 p.m. in The Little Chapel of Flowers, at Forest Lawn, Royal Oak Ave. and Canada Way, Rev. W.J. Bishop officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. FOREST LAWN MORTUARY funeral directors in charge.
Gunner Bennet enrolled with the 68th Overseas Depot Battery, Canadian Field Artillery.
Battery Sergeant Major Sidney James Boyte MM
February 9, 1968, 122 East 29th St., North Vancouver, in his 71st year. Survived by his loving wife, Gertrude; 2 sons, John, Victoria; and Bill, Prince George; 2 daughters, Mrs. Audrey Isaacs and Mrs. Doris Stalman, North Vancouver; 12 grandchildren; 2 sisters, 1 in Victoria and 1 in Ontario. Mr. Boyte served in First World War in the Seaforth Highlanders and in Second World War in the RCA. Funeral service in Burrard Chapel, Lonsdale Ave. at 12th St., Wednesday, February 14, at 1 p.m., Rev. H.H. Pendray officiating. Cremation.
Battery Sergeant Major Boyte was taken on strength with 58th Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Regiment, RCA NPAM on 31 July 1940
February 9, 1968, 122 East 29th St., North Vancouver, in his 71st year. Survived by his loving wife, Gertrude; 2 sons, John, Victoria; and Bill, Prince George; 2 daughters, Mrs. Audrey Isaacs and Mrs. Doris Stalman, North Vancouver; 12 grandchildren; 2 sisters, 1 in Victoria and 1 in Ontario. Mr. Boyte served in First World War in the Seaforth Highlanders and in Second World War in the RCA. Funeral service in Burrard Chapel, Lonsdale Ave. at 12th St., Wednesday, February 14, at 1 p.m., Rev. H.H. Pendray officiating. Cremation.
Battery Sergeant Major Boyte was taken on strength with 58th Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Regiment, RCA NPAM on 31 July 1940
Gunner John Marshall Guy Hurren
On May 28, 1968, a long-time resident of Squamish, B.C. in his 79th year. Survived by his living wife Kate, 4 sons, John, Jim, Harvey and Marshall, 1 daughter, Mrs. Owen Reeve (Josephine), all of Squamish, 1 brother, Wesley and 2 sisters, Velma and Lucy in Ontario, 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. John was a member of the Orange Lodge and past member of the Squamish Board of Trade. Funeral service Saturday, June 1 at 1 p.m. in the Squamish Funeral Chapel, Garibaldi Highlands. Rev. C.H. Gibbs officiating, followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Retarded Children’s Association of Squamish.
Gunner Hurren was a member of the 18th draft 68th Depot Battery, Canadian Field Artillery.
On May 28, 1968, a long-time resident of Squamish, B.C. in his 79th year. Survived by his living wife Kate, 4 sons, John, Jim, Harvey and Marshall, 1 daughter, Mrs. Owen Reeve (Josephine), all of Squamish, 1 brother, Wesley and 2 sisters, Velma and Lucy in Ontario, 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. John was a member of the Orange Lodge and past member of the Squamish Board of Trade. Funeral service Saturday, June 1 at 1 p.m. in the Squamish Funeral Chapel, Garibaldi Highlands. Rev. C.H. Gibbs officiating, followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Retarded Children’s Association of Squamish.
Gunner Hurren was a member of the 18th draft 68th Depot Battery, Canadian Field Artillery.
Captain Donald Grant McGavin
Passed away after a brief illness, on June 12, 1968, aged 49 years. Private funeral service was held in the Little Chapel of Flowers, Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Saturday, June 15, Rev. Duncan Chalmers officiated. Internment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Simmons & McBride funeral directors in charge.
Passed away after a brief illness, on June 12, 1968, aged 49 years. Private funeral service was held in the Little Chapel of Flowers, Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Saturday, June 15, Rev. Duncan Chalmers officiated. Internment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Simmons & McBride funeral directors in charge.
Warrant Officer Class II Robert James Nichols
Suddenly, on September 22, 1968. Ronald James Nichols, aged 34 years, late of 439 Corless Rd., Richmond. Survived by his loving wife, Beatrice; 3 daughters, Lorraine, Wanda and Joanne, all at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David G. Nichols, of Federal Way, Wash.; 2 brothers, David G., Vancouver and Douglas E., Coquitlam; 2 sisters, Mrs. E. Kelly, of Allentown, Penn.; Mrs. Larry Hasford, of Snohomish, Wash.; also nieces and nephews. Served 15 years in the Reserve Army, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, Vancouver. Funeral service Wednesday, September 25, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Richmond Funeral Home, 842 Cambie Rd., Richmond, Rev. J. Patrick officiating. Internment Forest Lawn.
Suddenly, on September 22, 1968. Ronald James Nichols, aged 34 years, late of 439 Corless Rd., Richmond. Survived by his loving wife, Beatrice; 3 daughters, Lorraine, Wanda and Joanne, all at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David G. Nichols, of Federal Way, Wash.; 2 brothers, David G., Vancouver and Douglas E., Coquitlam; 2 sisters, Mrs. E. Kelly, of Allentown, Penn.; Mrs. Larry Hasford, of Snohomish, Wash.; also nieces and nephews. Served 15 years in the Reserve Army, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, Vancouver. Funeral service Wednesday, September 25, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Richmond Funeral Home, 842 Cambie Rd., Richmond, Rev. J. Patrick officiating. Internment Forest Lawn.
Bombardier Harold Thackerary
In Victoria on October 27, 1968. Mr. Harold Thackerary, aged 85 years of Ste. 20 992 Gorge Road West, born in Montreal, resident of Victoria for 9 years, formerly of West Vancouver. He is survived by his son, Paul at the residence; also his sister Kale Bowden of Montreal. He was a Veteran of World War 1.
Funeral service will be held in McCall Bros. FAMILY CHAPEL, Main Office Bldg on Wed., Oct. 30 at 4:30 p.m. Rev. Canon W.J. Silverwood officiating, followed by cremation. (Flowers gratefully declined)
Bombardier Thackerary enrolled with the Vancouver Volunteer Reserve, Boorman's Battery on 6 October 1915; and served in France with the 1st Brigade Canadian Field Artillery.
In Victoria on October 27, 1968. Mr. Harold Thackerary, aged 85 years of Ste. 20 992 Gorge Road West, born in Montreal, resident of Victoria for 9 years, formerly of West Vancouver. He is survived by his son, Paul at the residence; also his sister Kale Bowden of Montreal. He was a Veteran of World War 1.
Funeral service will be held in McCall Bros. FAMILY CHAPEL, Main Office Bldg on Wed., Oct. 30 at 4:30 p.m. Rev. Canon W.J. Silverwood officiating, followed by cremation. (Flowers gratefully declined)
Bombardier Thackerary enrolled with the Vancouver Volunteer Reserve, Boorman's Battery on 6 October 1915; and served in France with the 1st Brigade Canadian Field Artillery.
Lists
The following pages contain additional information relating to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Honours and Awards
Trophies
Commanding Officers and Regimental Sergeants Major
Honoraries
Battery Commanders and Battery Sergeants Major
Band Appointments
Nominal Roll
Guns of the Regiment
Memorial Page
The following pages contain additional information relating to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Honours and Awards
Trophies
Commanding Officers and Regimental Sergeants Major
Honoraries
Battery Commanders and Battery Sergeants Major
Band Appointments
Nominal Roll
Guns of the Regiment
Memorial Page