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Looking for Derrick BOWER, Canadian Mounted Police

juliebullough1 — 2010-08-03 18:29:01Z

I am looking for any imformation on Derrick Bower born 1921 in Keighley West Yorkshire. It is believed that he joined the Canadian Mounted Police in the late thirtys early fortys. Any help grately appreciated

Re: RCMP Gazette

2006-11-19 09:17:15Z

From the RCMP site

Feb 28th, 2003 - 10:22:50 AM File #E-Division 2002

MAD TRAPPER HERO DIES AT 94

February 28, 2003

Oliver, BC: The last living member of the RCMP involved in the 1932 "Mad Trapper of Rat River" man-hunt died last week. Retired RCMP Member, Cpl. Robert McDowell, aged 94 years, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 20 at Heritage House in Oliver B.C.

With Cpl. McDowell's passing, Canada lost a formidable hero. During the months of January and February 1932, then Cst. Robert McDowell was involved in one of the most infamous man-hunts this country has ever known.

The nationally touted "Arctic Circle War" began as a routine visit to Albert Johnson's cabin in the Arctic near Aklavik, on a theft complaint. That visit resulted in the shooting and wounding of then Cst. Alfred King. Cst. McDowell rescued Cst. King by dragging him away from the line of fire and making a 20-hour journey by dog sled to a doctor. For the next two months, Cst. McDowell was part of a 21-person posse set on capturing Albert Johnson, a.k.a "The Mad Trapper of Rat River". During that man-hunt an RCMP Member, Cst. Millen, lost his life and an Army officer was wounded. The "Artic Circle War" eventually came to an end when the Mad Trapper was killed during a shoot out with police.

"We may have lost Cpl. Robert McDowell in body, but he will be forever alive as a legend in our hearts and minds," says Sgt. Major Hugh Stewart.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, March 4, 11:00 a.m. from Graham Funeral Chapel in Oliver, BC.

For questions, please contact:

Sgt. Major Hugh S. Stewart
Executive Advisory N.C.O. to the Deputy Commissioner Pacific Region &
Commanding Officer "E" Division
Tel: (604) 264-2044

RCMP Gazette

2006-11-19 09:16:06Z

would anyone happen to have the gazettes for the year 2003. looking for the obit of Robert MCDOWELL, died in Oliver B.C. thanks for help

Re: RCMP

rcrawfor_32 — 2006-10-06 15:39:25Z

Try http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/history/archives_e.htm

RCMP

2006-10-06 10:08:36Z

I am seeking any database addresses that provides the names and other details of past Mounties. In particular I seek information on Thomas Richard BENNETTS who emmigrated from Australia and supposedly joined the RCMP. Any information would be greatly appreciated

Sherman, RCMP

janice1782 — 2004-12-21 09:33:43Z

I am searching for anyone with the surname of SHERMAN
who has connections with England.

Searching for THOMAS SHERMAN (My Gt:Grandfather)
MAUD SHERMAN (My Gt:Aunt)
THOMAS VALENTINE SHERMAN
(My Grandfather).

There could be a connection with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Force from 1880 to 1900. (Quebec?)

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks.........Maureen Sherman

Canadian Mounties

2001-12-17 20:11:48Z

Could someone please tell me how I might begin to search for a deserter from the states that supposedly joined the Mounties sometime between 1887 and 1894. His name prior to this incident was James Henry Painter b. in Ohio and after 1894 he was living in Minnesota under the name of Charles B. Smith where he stayed until his death in 1917.

Thanks,
Vicki
tautegv@teleport.com