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The First World War
Officers of The Royal Canadian Regiment

Lieut. Francis John Gray, M.C.

Soldiers of the First World War database entry - F.J. Gray

Service:

  • Prior service: 6 years, 44th Regiment, Canadian Militia
  • Attested for service with the 98th Overseas Battalion, C.E.F., 15 Oct 1915
  • Joined The R.C.R., 26 Sep 1916
  • Wounded (accidental)
  • Invalided to England and struck off strength, Oct 1916
  • Rejoined The R.C.R., 18 Dec 1916
  • Awarded the Military Cross, 4 Feb 1917
  • Wounded in action, 9 Apr 1917

SUPPLEMENT TO THE LONDON GAZETTE, 3 MARCH, 1917

Lt. Francis John Gray, R. Can. Regt. - For conspicuous gallantry in action. He led a successful raid against the enemy's trenches with great gallantry, captured five prisoners, and inflicted over fifty casualties. He set a fine example of courage and determination.

Date of Birth - 11 Mar 1894

 

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