This is in memory of my grandfather, a WW2 and Korean Veteran, who served with the RCE in WW2 and PPCLI in Korea. He was born December 15, 1922, and passed away July 24, 2003.
He served from June 12,1941 – May 25, 1965, and was active in his local Legion Branch.
Medals:
1939-45 STAR; FRANCE AND GERMANY STAR;
DEFENCE MEDAL; CANADIAN VOLUNTEER SERVICE MEDAL WITH CLASP; WAR MEDAL 1939-45;
KOREA MEDAL; UNITED NATIONS SERVICE MEDAL;
CANADIAN FORCES* DECORATION
In 1964, he was awarded the Queen’s Commendation for Brave Conduct following a training incident with a live grenade.