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Item is a photograph of a group of flight sergeants. Mr. Williston is in the front row, forth from the left.

Item is a photograph of people, mostly children looking at a helicopter in a field.

Item is a photograph of the graduating class of the Initial Training School in Edmonton in the spring of 1944. Mr. Williston is second from the left in the front row.

Man standing on far left believed to be H.F. Glassey. One mam stands in military uniform. Hauling truck parked close behind plane, hill in left background.

Photograph depicts boats floating by battleship with dropped anchor, shore visible in background.

Bert Glassey stands to left of three unknown men. Second from left: young man in suit, tie, and military hat. Third from left: man in navy uniform. Far right: man in what is believed to be a pilot's uniform. Trees in left background, street and houses in right background.

Bert Glassey stands to left of man wearing what is believed to be a pilot's uniform. Trees in left background, street and houses in right background.

Sarah Glassey stands to left of three unknown men, embracing the man beside her who wears what is believed to be a pilot's uniform. Young man seated on ground wears suit, tie, and military hat. Young man on far right wears navy uniform. Trees in left background, street and houses in right background.

Unknown man stands in grass next to small shrub. Bridge railing and trees in background.

Formal portrait of a large group of older men standing outside an unidentified building. Snow is still visible in the foreground and men are displaying medals on the front of the heavy overcoats. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "James Joseph Claxton third right, middle row"; "Toc H Kelowna" ; "Toc H?".

Photograph depicts two men in military uniforms standing in front of several ivy covered buildings. Typed annotation on recto of photograph states: "Major A. E. Percival, the Essex Regiment with a senior R.I.C. officer at Bandon Barracks."

Photograph depicts five men in top hats and overcoats greeting several men in military uniform. Typed annotation on recto of photograph states: "Ministers and their agents: Lloyd George receives men of the Royal Irish Constabulary and reviews a parade of Auxiliaries in Downing Street. With him are Sir Hamar Greenwood and Mr. Bonar Law."

Photograph depicts the No. 1 Canadian Provost Corps riding in formation within camp compound. Two unidentified officers seen watching in the background. Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 2043. [----] when reordering."

Photograph depicts two unidentified officers inspect the first row of motorcycle corps members. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "[--]tive No. 5629. Please quote when reordering."

Photograph depicts seven men wearing full outdoor motorcycling gear and carrying rations, line up in a row listening to an unmounted man read orders. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 1011. Please quote when reordering."

Photograph depicts a large group of uniformed No. 1 Canadian Provost Corps men posing for a formal portrait at Canadian Forces Base, Rockcliffe in Ottawa, ON. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Rockcliffe 1939". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 662, Please quote when reordering"

Photograph depicts the a painting of three men in the Royal Highland military uniforms. Typed annotation glued to verso of photograph provides an interpretation of this piece of art: "The 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot - 1782. The first battalion of this British regiment arrived in New York in 1756. After serving in numerous campaigns and engagements in North America, the 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot garrisoned in Nova Scotia. It is from this famous regiment that the Black Watch (Royal Highland) Regiment of Canada derives its name and much of its colorful dress and traditions."; "Le 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot - 1782. Le premier bataillon de ce régiment britannique arriva à New-York en 1756. Après plusieurs campagnes en Amérique du Nord, il fit garnison en Nouvelle-Ecosse. C'est de ce fameux régiment que s'inspirent les uniformes et les traditions du Black Watch (Royal Highland) Regiment of Canada. Cornemuses et tambours y ont toujours joué un rôle important et pittoresque."

Photograph depicts a Royal Irish Constabulary pouch badge with metal work depicting a harp and crown in the centre surrounded by a cross and writing that states "Royal Irish Constabulary". Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Pouch badge of officers shoulder belt from about 1884 to time of disbandment ie. 1922” Stamp on verso reads: “CHAS. B. HILL-TOUT 1650 Hampshire Road, oak Bay Victoria, B. C.” Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.

Photograph depicts a close-up of a Royal Irish Constabulary helmet. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.

Photograph depicts a close-up of the blades of four swords of the Royal Irish Constabulary. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.

Photograph depicts a collection of eleven badges believed to be of the An Garda Síochána - the police force of the Republic of Ireland. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.

Photograph depicts a close-up of twelve Royal Irish Constabulary badges. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.

Photograph depicts a close-up of twenty Royal Irish Constabulary badges and pieces of an arm crest. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia. Sticker on verso reads: “Ulster Museum Copyright not to be reproduced without written permission.”

Photograph depicts James Joseph Claxton in military uniform seated on a garden wall in front of a brick building. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “James Joseph Claxton”

Photograph depicts James Joseph Claxton is leaning on the on the store counter with his framed badge collection is visible on the wall behind him. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Part of JJC’s badge collection. Roderick Jewelers N. West 1954.”

Photograph taken in a park area during an unknown function.

Commemorative stone reads: “Our People…. Our Heritage, Hon Col Iona Campagnolo, 19 Wing Comox, Saluting a Glorious Past”.

Item is one of three photographs accompanying a paper reading: “Comox Valley Air Force Museum Association, Inaugural Dedication of Heritage Stones, Sunday 04 June 2006”; see also items 2009.6.1.626 and 2009.6.1.627.

Parade of uniformed men through streets. There is snow on the ground. Printed annotation on recto reads: “1st Church parade 30th Batt Earl Grey Rifles Feb 21st,15, McRae Bros,” handwritten in pencil on verso: “Prince Rupert”. Handwritten message is addressed to “Dear Grandma”.

Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “with the Chief, fall 77”.

The group stands in narrow street lined with cars.

Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Jan 78 - Havana Cuba, Chuck + Secret Service”.

Photograph taken during a Ministry of Sport Tour in Cuba, 1977 - 1978. See also items 2009.6.1.198 - 2009.6.1.224.

Photograph features a sign in the middle of a field at the Royal Canadian Air Force base in Whitehorse, YT that reads: "Taking Photographs Prohibited". Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "Our Authority". See also items 2006.20.12.39 & 2006.20.12.43.

Photograph depicts three men (two in uniform) in front of a military plane with the number "7632" on its side. Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "OUR CENIAL CREW OF "32". It is believed this photograph was taken at the military base in Whitehorse, YT.

Photograph depicts military plane landed in Grande Prairie airstrip. One man is semi-visible behind left wing. Land rollers, other unidentified equipment, and flat horizon in background. Handwritten photo album caption beside this photo reads: "32".

Photograph depicts group of buildings at Grande Prairie airstrip. The foremost building has the sign "YUKON SOUTHERN" on its roof, and the tower and admin building can be seen behind. Power poles, large trucks, and other large unidentified machinery are lined up in background on right.

Photograph depicts man in uniform reclining on the ground against what appears to be the tarp of a tent, with eyes closed and bottled beverage in hand. A second man is semi-visible in background behind tent. Handwritten photo album caption above and below this photo reads: "Our Cpt, Dreaming of his Third Stripe."

Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: “Ready for Work”. Photograph depicts two unidentified men in uniform, standing in front of military plane with the number "...53" on its side. Luggage in foreground, including two suitcases with red cross symbol on side.

Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "Scene on the Apron, 'Any Day' Fort Nelson, Our 'Lodestar' in the foreground." Photograph depicts three planes on apron, surrounded by various unidentified men and trucks. Pavement in foreground, trees in background.

Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "Waiting for the Plane at 'Watson'" Photograph depicts unidentified man standing on ice and holding a fish. The ice in the area behind him has been broken, creating a small pond in the frozen lake. Second man sitting behind pond area. Trees on opposite shore in background.

Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "Above the Rockies at 12 000 feet." Photograph depicts the Rocky Mountains from a distance. As the photograph was taken from the inside of an airplane, the plane's wing tip can be seen on the far right of the image. A sun circle is also visible in the top center.

Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "The above ship, after 'doing' a barrel-roll 50 feet above the runway." Photograph depicts three men in uniform bent over wreckage of plane crash in airstrip believed to be at Whitehorse, YT. Large group of men and vehicles in background on right, trees and hillside in background on left.

Handwritten photo album caption below this photo reads: "Barracks at Watson Lake". Photograph depicts long building built in U shape. Wood piles and miscellaneous items can be seen in foreground.

Photograph depicts a mountainous area between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake.

Photograph depicts two military vehicles traversing a rough dirt road between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts the unloading of a jeep from a CMP truck between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts soldiers trekking uphill in mountainous terrain between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts soldiers trekking through mountainous terrain between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts a row of utility poles between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts a line of soldiers hiking up switchbacks on a steep rocky slope between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts a line of soldiers hiking up switchbacks on a steep rocky slope between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.

Photograph depicts a narrow mountain gorge between Bella Coola and Anahim Lake during the WWII Polar Bear training exercise.