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Rank Private
Service # A/117719
Unit # Highland Light Infantry, RCIC

James enlisted in 1942. 

Date of Death: 01/04/1944, accidental explosion during firing practice in England. He was struck in the head by a piece of shrapnel. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources The Tilbury Story 1887 -1987, Index of Overseas Deaths
Supplemental Information Son of John and Vera Heil, brother of Ben who served in the Navy both of Tilbury, Ontario, Canada.

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