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 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 states the Canadian Army in uniform standing in rows in a field reading a lesson. Typed annotation on recto of photograph states: “Canadian army in Holland and Germany: First Canadian Army reading the lesson at an impressive Victory service near Enshede, Holland” It is believed this image along with text noted above was published on p. 197 of "Canada’s Weekly."
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 painting of a battle regiment consisting of six men holding rifles and one man looking on. Typed annotation glued to verso of photograph reads: "Le Régiment de Carignan-Salières - 1665. This famous regiment was dispatched to Canada (then called New France) by King Louis XIV and disembarked from its small sailing vessels on eastern shores in the spring of 1665. Historically it was an important event. Until then, the colonists had been obliged to provide their own defence and the French regiment was the first military protection they enjoyed."; "Le Régiment de Carignan-Salières - 1665. Ce fameux régiment fut envoyé au Canada (appelé alors Nouvelle-France) par Louis XIV. Au printemps de 1665, il débarquait sur les rivages de l'est. Jusque-là, les colons avaient dû se défendre par leurs propres moyens; c'était la première protection militaire qui leur était offerte. L'arrivée des troupes régulières ramenèrent l'espoir aux colons découragés."
Photograph depicts a painting of a naval gun race with men in striped shirts pulling canons and an onlooking officer in uniform. Typed annotation glued to verso of photograph provides an interpretation of this piece of art: "Course de canons de la Marine. Deux équipes, en costumes de la Marine de 1812, réalisent une variante sensationnelle de la course de canons traditionnelle de la Marine. Elles doivent démanteler complètement les canons antiques, les porter en une course d'obstacles difficile et les réassembler pour faire feu. Il faut du courage, du muscle, et des mois d'entraînement."; "Naval gun race. Two teams in naval costumes of 1812 stage a thrilling variation on the traditional naval gun race. They must completely dismantle the antique cannons, carry them over a grueling obstacle course and reassemble the guns for firing. It takes courage, muscle and months of training."
File contains postcards portraying life in Prince Rupert, B.C. Images depict harbour scenes, street scenes (Third Avenue, Sixth Street, Central Street, and Mainstreet), airplanes, large ships, fisheries, city aerials, parades, military, a dog sled mail team, and a frozen fishing boat.
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”.
Parade of uniformed marchers with sign that reads: “Every little helps, Do your share” (with a large cross). Buildings on street in background. Printed annotation on recto reads: “Prince Rupert B.C.” Handwritten annotation in pencil on verso reads: “Prince Rupert B.C.”
The fonds consists of newspaper articles on John Ferry and several documents related to Carney Ferry's work as a CNR agent. The bulk of the fonds documents William Dow Ferry's accomplishments, from his sixth grade report card to law school transcripts, university diplomas and certificates of appointment. Most photos are formal shots of William Ferry but one series relates to his military service, including photographs of soldiers in Whitehorse ca. 1940.
Sin títuloThis fonds illustrates the life of Bertha Wood (nee Schenk) before, during, and after the Second World War. Most of Bertha Wood's records were created in Ontario, where she lived most of her life. Later in life, Bertha Wood moved to Sechelt, B.C. and this is reflected in her personal records.
The fonds is divided into two series: the Personal Life series and the War Experience series. The Personal Life series includes the records of Bertha Wood that do not pertain directly to her military career. These files relate to her education, family, real estate, and daily activities, which include day books and family photographs. The War Experience Series explores Bertha’s time during World War II, with materials such as her enlistment papers, wartime photographs, newspaper clippings related to the war, and uniform objects.
Sin títuloFile consists of personal identification cards, birth certificates, a liquor permit, nametags of Bertha Schenk and her husband James Wood, and unemployment insurance papers.
Series consists of records and photographs relating to Judge William Ferry's life and career. Includes school records from Prince George Public School and the University of British Columbia, military photographs, and records, certificates and photographs relating to his his judicial career.
Sin títuloPhotograph depicts a group of officers in military uniform posed for a formal photo in front of a tree. Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Cleary & Elliott Photographers, Kingston, Jamaica". Typed identification list of officers glued to verso states: "Front row (left to right) Major W.R. Louden, Capt. G.E. Ryan, Major C.D. Cannon, Capt. E.G. Roulstone, Lt.-Col. C.J. Strong, Major W.T. Brown, Major D.B. Pollock, Capt. H.S. Lamb, Lieut. F.E. Eaton. Second row (left to right): Lieut. A.G. Gregory, Lieut. G.H. Burke, Capt. F.F. Rush, Capt. F.D. Dorchester, Lieut. J.C. Dorchester, Lieut. H.T. Moran, Capt. J.F. Heard, Lieut. A.G. Gray. Third row (left to right) Lieut. G.A. Yates, Capt. F.T. Fairey, Capt. N.E. Odlum, Lieut. A.C. Mc Gougan, Lieut. G.F. Black, Lieut. L.J. Fournier, Lieut. L.C. Aggett, Capt. S.G. West, Lieut. E.G. Lee. Fourth row (left to right) Lieut. N.M. Fleishman. Lieut. R.J. Rigby-Jones, Capt. A. Herstein, Lieut. I.M. Sutherland. Lieut. R.G. Wilson, Lieut. R.P. ap Roberts, Lieut. R.W. Gardner."
Photograph depicts a formal portrait of a group of eighteen men standing outside the Kelowna Branch of the Toc-H Headquarters. Handwritten annotation written on paper adhered to verso reads: "Toc H. Kelowna. Front Row: Bill Brown, Owen Jones, Ford Martin, Les Harrison, Paul Wayze. Middle: Bill Benmore, Ches Coles, Bill Bredin, Bill Talbot, Larry Kelly, Lee Weston, Abie Ablott, ? Known to police only. Back: Roy Pollard, Ward Rennie, Ray Stone, Bill Hughes-Games, Joe Barns. Photo by member Bill McEwan, 1930"
Photograph depicts Sir Neville Chamberlain posed in full military attire. Photograph is most likely a copy print and/or a photograph taken of an image in a book or newspaper due to its extremely poor clarity. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Sir Neville Chamberlain, Inspector-General, R.I.C."
File consists of Bertha Schenks's autograph book containing personal notes from her friends and family.
Photograph shows three soldiers standing beside a jeep.
Photograph is a group portrait of ten soldiers.
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"
Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 662, Please quote when reordering"
Photographs depicts soldiers marching two by two on a road in Whitehorse, YT.
Photograph depicts a line of soldiers standing at attention near a baseball field in Whitehorse, YT.
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 soldiers parading on a street in front of the Whitehorse Inn.
Photograph shows a soldier getting his hair cut in front of an army tent in Whitehorse, YT.
Photograph depicts a group of Whitehorse citizens watching a military parade in front of a Canadian Bank of Commerce.
Photograph depicts a tree house in an army camp in Whitehorse, YT.
Item is a photograph of soldiers marching past the Whitehorse Inn.
Photograph depicts two unidentified Corps officers working on a motorcycle, while three others look on. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 5730. Please quote when reordering."
Photograph depicts two unidentified Canadian Provost Corps officers driving in a jeep labelled "79 Provost." Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 7272. Please quote when reordering."
The pair stands on beach, Joyce leaning down in foreground (daughter of Bertha and Reverend W.E. Collison, and granddaughter of Marion and Archdeacon W.H. Collison). Water and shoreline in background.
Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Joyce & Col. [Pragnell?] on North Beach QCIs (Old Massett)."
Photograph depicts two lines of soldiers standing at attention during a military parade in Whitehorse, YT.
Photograph depicts an army cadet camp in Whitehorse, YT. Cookhouse in background.
Photograph depicts the Canadian Provost Corps in motorcycle formation. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "[--]egative No. 727-1. Please quote when reordering."
File consists of WWII military service ephemera, including a German language book for service personnel, a certificate of registration for firearms, and a discharge letter.
File consists of photographic prints of Bertha Schenk with Jim Sargent and two additional negatives depicting a woman on a tree trunk and children playing.
File consists of Bertha Schenk's records from her time with the Canadian Women's Army Corps. Includes Schenk's birth certificate, will, enrolment notice, requisitions, certificate of service, correspondence, newspaper clippings, a "Clothing and Equipment Statement", travel permit, letter of release from service, record of army service, a "Statement of War Gratuity", correspondence about the history of CWAC, bank record book, and her "Canadian Army Officer's Record of Service".
File consists of photographs pertaining to Bertha Schenk and her experience during World War II.
File consists of a photographs removed from a photograph album that depict Bertha Schenk during her war time service.
File consists of what are presumed to be leather cufflinks and a small leather case encasing the cufflinks.
File consists of 7 bronze Order of the Bath pins which are given to members of the British and Commonwealth military. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".
File consists of two metal fasteners possibly used on uniforms in the Canadian military. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".
File consists of a metal cufflink possibly used in the Canadian military. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".
File consists of a portrait photograph of a personnel member of the Canadian Women's Army Corps. The woman depicted is believed to be Marion Christina Schenk, the elder sister of Bertha Schenk [Wood].
File consists of a group portrait photograph depicting Canadian Women's Army Corps (CWAC) soldiers in 1942. Bertha Schenk [Wood] is believed to be pictured in the third row from the front, ten from the left.
File consists of a CWAC cloth patch, possibly for use on a military uniform. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".