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Archival description
CWAC pins
2004.12.2.31 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of 11 gold pins given to women in the Canadian Women's Army Corps (CWAC). Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

CWAC patch
2004.12.2.20 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

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".

CWAC papers
2004.12.2.10 · File · 1941-1983, predominant 1941-1950
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

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".

2004.12.2.19 · File · [between 1934 and 1949]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of an acrylic clip with the words 'Cunard White Star liner "Queen Elizabeth"' written on the front of the clip. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

Clippings
2004.12.1.08 · File · 1969-1997, predominant 1983-1997
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of various newspaper clippings pertaining to health and travelling.

Canadian uniform short strap
2004.12.2.29 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of a leather short strap with metal buttons and pins, presumably used by Bertha Schenk in the Canadian military. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

Canadian service stripes
2004.12.2.27 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of two red and black service stripes earned in World War II, presumably by Bertha Schenk. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

2004.12.2.21 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of 4 cotton patches with the word "CANADA" sewn into each patch, presumably meant to be sewn onto a Canadian military uniform. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

Canadian military pins
2004.12.2.28 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of three Volunteer Service pins to be attached to Canadian military uniforms. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

2004.12.2.40 · File · 1990
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of a metal pin celebrating 25 years of the Canadian flag, with the caption "our flag". Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

Button
2004.12.2.33 · File · [between 1942 and 1946]
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of one plastic button, possibly from a Canadian military uniforms. Object originally stored in a box labelled: "Patches and flashes from A.B.'s uniform".

Autograph book
2004.12.2.09 · File · 1933-1951
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of Bertha Schenks's autograph book containing personal notes from her friends and family.

Address book
2004.12.1.17 · File · 1946-1958
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of Bertha Wood's address book, which contains personal contact information, birthdates, and vital statuses.

Address book
2004.12.1.18 · File · 1959-1986
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of Bertha Wood's address book, which contains personal contact information and birthdates.

Academic records
2004.12.1.05 · File · 1931-1947
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of Bertha Schenk's educational records, including her high school diploma, school enrollment papers, and examination booklet.

1998 calendar
2004.12.1.16 · File · 1998
Part of Bertha Wood fonds

File consists of a calendar dated to 1998 filled with Bertha Wood's notes and events throughout the year.