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Re: Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler Ferguson RCAF

ginnycolling — 2013-05-10 17:00:02Z

My husband, Robert Douglas Ferguson, is named after his uncle, who was Flight Sargeant Robert Chrysler Ferguson. My husband's father, Wm. Douglas Ferguson, was the eldest of the two sons in his family. Doug chose to name his eldest son after his much-loved brother. Doug passed away in 1966.
My husband's mother Ruby (Robert C. Ferguson's sister-in-law) is almost 92 and still living on a farm not far from Port Dover Ontario, Canada. My husband has a brother, Stephen, who lives in Vancouver. They were pre-deceased by their brother David.
We live near Toronto, Ontario. Please post here and we can arrange a way to get in touch.

Re: Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler FERGUSON RCAF

sstanger1 — 2013-04-07 20:47:37Z

Hi, According to Enlistment WW11 the spelling of CHRYSLER is shown.
http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/databases/war-dead/001056...

Name: FERGUSON, ROBERT CHRYSLER
Age: 26
Date of Birth: 03 Oct 1915
Date of Death: 14 May 1943
Rank: Flight Sergeant
Unit: Royal Canadian Air Force
Force: Air
Service Number: R115045
Reference: RG 24
Volume: 27496
Extra Information:

Son of William Alexander Ferguson and Mabel Gertrude Ferguson.

Canadian Virtual War Memorial
According to War Memorial - the spelling CHRYSLER is shown
http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/collections/virtualmem/Detail/...

Perhaps Parents/Family of Robert Crysler FERGUSON

1911 Census Canada/Ont/Norfolk/51/Delhi/ page 6
46 85 Crysler Ezra M Head M Sep 1854 56
47 85 Crysler Mary F Wife M Oct 1860 50
48 85 Ferguson William A M Lodger M Aug 1885 26
49 85 Ferguson Mable G F Wife M May 1885 26

1901 Census/Canada/Ont/Norfolk N/#93/Delhi A/ page 7.
13 77 Crysler Ezra M Head M Sep 10 1854 46
14 77 Crysler Mary F Wife M Oct 17 1859 41
15 77 Crysler Nine A. F Daur S Oct 25 1880 20
16 77 Crysler Mable G. F Daur S May 29 1884 16

1901 Census/Canada/Ont/Norfolk N/#93/Delhi A/ Page 2.
34 20 Ferguson William M Head M Jun 22 1845 55
35 20 Ferguson Hannah F Wife M Jul 18 1853 47
36 20 Ferguson William A. M Son S Aug 15 1884 16
37 20 Ferguson James R. M Son S Aug 13 1889 11
38 20 Ferguson Olive E. F Daur S Mar 4 1877 24
39 20 Ferguson Margaret F Daur S Sep 20 1879 21
40 20 Ferguson Elizabeth F Daur S Aug 4 1882 18
41 20 Ferguson Margaret F Mother W Nov 24 1822 78

Cheers, Stella

Re: Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler Ferguson RCAF

kphuntwings — 2013-04-07 18:38:46Z

Many thanks for your helpful reply. I had none of that information.

Thanks

Re: Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler FERGUSON RCAF

kphuntwings — 2013-04-07 18:37:34Z

Thanks for your reply. According to another user he was born in Ontario and lived in Port Dover. His parents were William Alexander Ferguson and Mable Gertrude Crysler. The spelling of Crysler is correct and not how I originally spelled it. Thanks

Re: Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler Ferguson RCAF

NMaus — 2013-04-05 02:46:58Z

His death certificate on Ancestry says he was born in Alberta and was not married. His second name is spelled Crysler. His parents were William Alexander Ferguson and Mable Gertrude Crysler both born in Ontario. His place of residence was Port Dover, ON. You could contact the local newpaper for assistance or more contacts, ie local historical association, local Legion branch. www.portdovermapleleaf.com. You could try posting your original query on the Norfolk County Ontario message board.

Re: Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler FERGUSON RCAF

sstanger1 — 2013-04-05 00:32:16Z

Hi, Do you know Where Robert Chrysler FERGUSON - was born.Where he lived when he enlisted - Names of Parents, Spouse.

Flight sargeant Robert Chrysler Ferguson RCAF

kphuntwings — 2013-04-04 22:07:39Z

Trying to trace any living relatives of Robert Ferguson who was killed in action on 13/14th May 1943 while serving with 149 Squadron RAF. His bomber crashed in Belgium and he is buried in Schoonselhof Cemetery, Antwerp, Belgium. We are arranging for a memorial to be erected near to the crash site and are planning a memorial service, unveiling ceremony and reception and would like to invite members of his family to attend if they wish.

Re: What units used the Catolina

macleanwd — 2013-01-13 15:13:11Z

Thanks James

I corrected the spelling, sometimes google gives you wrong info. Lol

Thanks for the Web Site link

Wayne

What units used the Catalina

macleanwd — 2013-01-13 15:10:30Z

Hi my father was in WW II and I was wondering how I could find out what unit he was in. He signed up in Chatham NB, and served in the African campaign. He flew in a Catalina. I do have his service records. His rank was an AC1

Re: What units used the Catolina

JamesECraig09 — 2013-01-13 10:15:50Z

Wayne, I think your spelling is wrong for the plane - it should be Catalina

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Consolidated_PBY_Catalina
http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/collection/database/?irn=207...

hth

James.

Re: WW ll Attestation Papers--

PatBurdick69 — 2012-10-29 02:42:50Z

thank you ken-- ordered already-
Appreciate your time
Pat

Re: WW ll Attestation Papers--

Ken_Sch — 2012-10-25 06:02:06Z

You can order his service file:

http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/databases/war-dead/001056...

Donald Smith

smithjayne1 — 2012-10-21 22:33:58Z

Hello, I'm looking information about Donald Smith. He was born near Strasbourg, Saskatchewan in 1940 (parents: Geoffrey Smith and Margaret McNeill). He joined the air force in 1960 and was later stationed in Germany. He married in 1970 and then came back to Trenton, Ontario with his wife and two daughters. Later, he went back to Germany and had a son Clifford.
Thank you.

WW ll Attestation Papers--

PatBurdick69 — 2012-10-04 18:37:35Z

I would like to know where I can find and actually read an Attestation Record for my deceased uncle. This is the information I have about him--

"Name:CAMPBELL, DOUGLAS WILLIAM
Date of Death:16 Jun 1942
Rank:Flight Sergeant
Unit:Royal Canadian Air Force
Force:Air
Service Number:R74710
Reference:R112
Volume:30624

From his obituary the date he enlisted was Oct. 08, 1940 in Vancouver BC Canada.

I am hoping that his Attestation record will give his mothers married and perhaps her maiden name? -She is the mystery I am researching.

With grateful thanks for any help,
Pat Campbell Burdick

Re: Canadian Expeditionary Force 71st Regiment WWW1

ajmmtrem — 2012-10-02 21:02:16Z

Just did a quick search and found this

http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/databases/cef/001042-119....

Here you will find the front and back of his original application. It does say he is from Ireland.

Hope this helps and is the correct person.

Canadian Expeditionary Force 71st Regiment WWW1

eddiekend — 2012-09-27 18:44:35Z

I am trying to trace my Grandfather Samuel John Kendrick who I think joined the Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1917 in Ontario. He was originally from Ireland and travelled to Canada as one of the "Home Children". Is it possible to get his full record as I have his enlistment record but I would like to find out did he return to Ireland after the war or did he go back to Canada

Flying Officer Albert Mc Cullagh

briancrooks43 — 2012-08-17 05:09:22Z

Information required; Albert Mc Cullagh was born in Argentina 1916 trained in Canada and served in 6 Group RCAF Yorkshire England WW2 any information would be welcome

'Royal' Title Restored to Canada's Navy & Airforce

ceilidh4kin — 2012-08-05 15:46:29Z

Source: Adam Day, Legion Magazine, Nov/Dec 2011 issue, p.87

ROYAL TITLE RETURNS TO THE NAVY AND AIR FORCE

By Adam Day

In a move certain to be popular with veterans across Canada, this August the government announced that the Navy and the Air Force would be reunited with their historic "Royal" designations.

According to Minister of National Defence Peter MacKay, the renaming was intended to correct a "historic mistake," which was to drop the Royal designation in the first place. As of August 2010, Maritime Command, Land Forces Command and Air Command will be renamed the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army and the Royal Canadian Air Force.

"Restoring these historic identities is an important way of reconnecting today's men and women in uniform with the proud history and traditions they carry with them as members of the Canadian Forces," said MacKay. "A country forgets its past at its own peril. From Vimy Ridge to the Battle of the Atlantic and from Korea to the defence of Europe during the Cold War, the proud legacy of the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, and the Royal Canadian Air Force will once again serve as a timeless link between our veterans and serving soldiers, sailors and air personnel."

Dominion President Pat Varga said The Royal Canadian Legion is pleased with the return of the traditional names. "It is quite an emotional issue for our members," said Varga. "We recognize the importance of tradition and our enduring links to the Royal Crown. From a personal perspective, I have served in the Royal Canadian Navy, as did my father, so this issue is very close to my heart."

Varga said the Legion's only concern was costs associated with the move would not detract from operational or quality of life budgets. However, she said she had been assured that will not be the case.

"I am extremely proud of our men and women in uniform and even more proud to be honouring the rich history of our military," said the Chief of the Defence Staff General Walt Natynczyk. "By restoring the historic designations of the Canadian Armed Forces, we are continuing to show unified strength here at home, and abroad."

The royal designations disappeared Feb. 1, 1968, when the RCN, the RCAF and the Canadian Army became officially known as Maritime Command, Land Force Command and Air Command.

The following information comes directly from the Department of National Defence.

"The history of the 'Royal' designation was long and storied, particularly for the Navy. The Naval Service Act was proposed in the House of Commons in January 1910, and became law on May 4, 1910, establishing the Naval Service of Canada. On Jan. 30, 1911, the Government of Canada, under Prime Minister Sir Wilfred Laurier, officially requested the designation of 'Royal' for the Canadian navy from the United Kingdom. The decision took place during the Imperial Defence Conference which coincided with the coronation of King George V in June 1911.

"The letter announcing the bestowing of the 'Royal' designation was dispatched from the Colonial Office in London, dated Aug. 16, 1911. It was received by His Excellency Albert Henry George Grey, Governor General to the Government of Canada on Aug. 29, 1911. The awarding of the Royal Canadian Navy title was accepted as a great honour by Prime Minister Wilfred Laurier, as he believed it was a major step in Canada's growing autonomy."

The history of the RCAF goes back almost as far. King George V bestowed the Royal designation on the Canadian Air Force in 1923, but the title only became official when the King's Regulations and Orders were promulgated on April 1, 1924.

Many Commonwealth nations, besides the United Kingdom, use the Royal designation for their military forces. These include Antingua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and St. Lucia.

[PHOTO/Caption: Arriving for the announcement in Halifax are (from Left) Justice Minister Rob Nicholson, Defence Minister Peter MacKay, Chief of Maritime Staff Vice-Admiral Paul Maddison and Chief Petty Officer Claud Laurendeau.]

Harry Shaak, Tommy Fink, Hank Gable of the RCAF

terrykent86 — 2012-06-02 19:13:15Z

Hi all,
Would love to hear from anyone related to any of the above who served alongside the RAF in the UK and the Azores during WW2.

Regards,
Terry Kent

Trying to understand King's Regulation para. 392

heritagepreservationoffice — 2012-02-13 20:59:25Z

I am trying to determine the reason for discharge of an RCAF Corporal from the Second World War. His discharge papers indicate that he was discharged under "K.R. (AIR)para. 392 (10) (a) Physically unfit for any form of Air Force service". What I can find on the internet about K.R. para. 392 refers almost entirely to the First World War. Under those regulations section (10)was discharge for a civil conviction prior to enlistment, and there is no subsection (a) in section (10). We are vetting names for inclusion on a memorial and I need to confirm that this man was not discharged for having committed a criminal act. Any Help that can be provided is appreciated.

Erik

Douglas Trent Weir

mcj1212 — 2012-01-31 00:43:46Z

Looking for anyone who has information on Douglas Trent Weir he was posted in New Bruinswick in the 1950's and lived in Pouce Coupe BC.

Victor Birch

rockettmaan — 2012-01-28 18:09:39Z

Looking for persons who knew or know of Victor Birch, Royal Canadian Air Force, Born Taber 1924, Trained at #3,"M" Pearce Manning Depot, Edmonton, Alberta, 1943, Stationed at Greenwood, Nova Scotia 1945-1946. Thanks for info in advance. Will help family tree very much.

LAC WEBSTER E. W. RCAF, Mountain View, Ont.

LorraineMcMillan — 2012-01-24 20:13:21Z

I have some old picture's of "Mike" Webster. I'm not sure what this number is R 58272 and with the 405 Squadron, 1942. He was at # 6 B & G School, RCAF, Mountain View, Ont. I am not related but the photos were my Mum's.

Lorraine

Re: Canadain Airforce: L.H.E McKenzie - McKenzil WW2

HerbNichols1 — 2011-12-21 14:30:34Z

I have absolutely no idea why I posted a reply to your inquiry.
My reply was totally inappropriate.

I apologize

Re: Canadain Airforce: L.H.E McKenzie - McKenzil WW2

Crabapple3711 — 2011-12-21 13:58:38Z

Hello Mr. Nichols,
I dont know if you got messages mixed up but the gentleman I am looking for was stationed in England in WWII at Topcliffe RAF station in England and as far as I know, no connection to Maine. If you can help in any way, I would be very grateful.

Thank you

Re: Canadain Airforce: L.H.E McKenzie - McKenzil WW2

HerbNichols1 — 2011-12-11 17:36:06Z

"I am looking for information concerning a gentleman who served in the RCAF in WWII."

Can you tell us what his connection is to Aroostook County Maine?
That might help us help you in your search

herb nichols

Canadain Airforce: L.H.E McKenzie - McKenzil WW2

Crabapple3711 — 2011-12-11 15:49:05Z

I am looking for information concerning a gentleman who served in the RCAF in WWII. He was stationed at Topcliffe RAF base in Yorkshire England for a brief time. I do have limited information, if anyone could help with this or point me in the right direction I would be extremely grateful.

L.H.E Mc Kenzil J.N.O
R.177377 or R.177577 - Serving Flight Topcliffe

Thank you

Eric J BINGHAM, Canadian Airforceman, WWII

Juelz2760 — 2011-10-21 12:27:20Z

Can anyone help please? I am looking for a Mr Eric J Bingham. He was born about 1928, possibly in Canada. He was apparently a Canadian Airforceman and was in The Brighton area of England around 1947, Any information helpful. I have a photo and the number "EJKE 1793" Thank You

Re: WWII BINGHAM, Eric J - Cndn air force

Juelz2760 — 2011-10-20 09:29:04Z

Hi, Thanks, I don't know what it stands for, I am hoping someone out there knows, I think its obviously his inital Eric J, not sure about the last two, unless Bingham wasnt his real name. He was apparently in the Canadian Airforce, thanks Julie

Re: WWII BINGHAM, Eric J - Cndn air force

sstanger1 — 2011-10-20 01:52:09Z

Hi, Always best to enter the Surname of Interest in Capital letters on the subject line - followed by given name - names get attention - and makes message easier to find at a later date.

Do you have any other information about Eric J.BINGHAM other than what you have posted? -What does the number EJKE 1793 stand for ? -

Have you searched re Military records ?
cheers, Stella

Owen Tracey. Airman WW 2 England

stephenholder200 — 2011-09-02 10:16:47Z

Hi, I am looking for info on Owen V Tracey who married my wife's aunt,Frances E V Slater of Paddington,London,England in 1940. I am told he was in the Royal Canadian Air Force and died during the war. They had a son named Owen Tracey, who emigrated to New Zealand with his mother in 1946.
Hope this is enough detail to be of help.
Steve Holder.

Re: Owen Tracey. Airman WW 2 England

stephenholder200 — 2011-08-17 09:52:16Z

I'm sorry I havn't got back to you sooner but wanted to double check my information. Guess what, Owen was not Canadian but a New Zealander in the R A F. Just shows don't take someones word as gospel, even your nearest and dearest !
Thanks for your help anyway.

Steve Holder

F/O I.O.D.Mills, RCAF, WW II

Anceas — 2011-08-15 12:31:50Z

I am trying to identify F/O I.O.D.Mills, RCAF, who was a bombaimer with 576 Sqn and was seriously injured on Aug.10, 1944 during an ops to Paris. Which were (are?) his Christian names and where did he come from? Does anyone know?

Re: Owen Tracey. Airman WW 2 England

agmaciaszek — 2011-08-05 21:53:07Z

did not find any owen v tracey but there is a harold v tracey

Name: TRACEY, HAROLD VERNON
Date of Birth: 19 Jun 1916
Date of Death: 30 Mar 1943
Rank: Flight Sergeant
Unit: Royal Canadian Air Force
Force: Air
Service Number: R84804
Reference: RG 24
Volume: 28827
Extra Information: Son of Marada Fay Tracey, of Centreville, New Brunswick, Canada.

Charles Aime Belanger (Charlie)

bizcowebs — 2011-08-05 17:20:52Z

Helping my brother-in-law Allan Finke search for buddy from RCAF days:
His name was Charlie Belanger and we think he was originally from around Riviere de Loupe. Charlie was stationed in Cold Lake around 1959-1961, was a M & W Tech that maybe transferred to radar afterwards. He smoked a pipe, his interests were old cars and guns. He actually owned an old hearse in Cold Lake.
Any help in tracing where he is or what happened to him would be greatly appreciated.

Eric Binham

Juelz2760 — 2011-07-20 16:52:00Z

Can anyone please help, I am looking for an Eric Bingham who was apparently a Canadian Airforceman, he was in the area of Newhaven in Sussex in January 1942. From what I can read he was Pte Bingham, E.(poss G or Q)
Q.D.G.H of C ?
I would be grateful for any info at all, thanks Juelz.

Richard Allan Woodhead

karasedan — 2011-05-11 04:01:31Z

Looking for a Richard Allan Woodhead who was in the Canadian Air Force. He was born in Valleyfield Quebec 1936 and resided in the Burnaby/Vancouver BC area. Any information is greatly appreicated! Thanks in advance.

Ruby Thomas WWII Canadian Air Force

pjtbrit — 2011-01-23 15:57:14Z

I am searching for any information/leads regarding any of the following people:
Ruby (perhaps a nickname) Thomas - Son of either Charles or John Thomas. Ruby served in the Canadian Air Force in WWII and may have been killed.
Charles Thomas - emigrated to Canada in March 1912 via the SS Victorian arriving at either Halifax or St. John
John (Charles's Brother) was on the same ship.
Charles and/or John possibly worked in or opened a bakery which may have become a chain.
Any help or advice will be much appreciated.
Thank you.

School of Aeronautical Engineering Montreal RCAF WW2

MBendickson1960 — 2010-11-11 02:04:33Z

My father, WILLIAM MCEWEN, was an instructor at the School of Aeronautical Engineering in Montreal during WW2. Fellows HEWITT and Gordon DENHOLM were two other RCAF at this school.
I am curious about the school, its exact locaton, its purpose, etc. I believe that the school was part of the BCATP.
Margaret MCEWEN BENDICKSON

Re: Help finding RCAF US volunteer

Ken_Sch — 2010-10-25 06:30:12Z

Would this be him:

CVWM entry:
http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/remembers/sub.cfm?source=collection...

WW2 Service Files for War Dead:
http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/databases/war-dead/001056...

Ken

Help finding RCAF US volunteer

Hast1066 — 2010-08-29 14:32:49Z

Hi there
My great uncle Victor Miller was a Canadian Air Force volunteer during WW II and I have been having a lot of trouble finding any records of this. He was shot down over the English channel and killed a few years into his service. Any help would be tremendously appreciated.

Canadian Airforce [sic.] is incorrect...

Ken_Sch — 2010-06-01 06:20:25Z

The Canadian Air Force (CAF) existed from 1920 to 1924, when it became the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). The latter would be the best choice of name for this forum, although it stopped being used unfortunately in 1968.

Ken
http://hamiltongreatwar.org/