Labombarbe, David J. (D. J.) Photo
Rank Private
Service # 189509
Unit # 91st, 186th Battalion, 18th Battalion
Resident Chatham
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Pte. David J. Labombarbe transferred from the 91st to the 186th Battalion, going overseas in March 1917. He served as Bugler while in England, and proceeded to France May 28th, 1917, transferring to the 18th Battalion, August 24th, 1917, he was wounded, having a gunshot wound in the hip. He was admitted to “King George Hospital” London, and one month later entered Convalescent Hospital. He was returned to train again at Bramshott.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources Chatham Daily Planet (07-09-1917), Chatham Daily Planet (12-05-1919), NR-MB60 (28-02-1916)
Height 5'6"
Eye Colour Brown
Age 20
Complexion Medium
Hair Fair
Race White
Birthplace River-Ruge, Michigan
Religion Catholic
Last Place of Employment Taylor Woolen Mills
Average Earnings $ 1.80 per day
When Enlisted December 1st, 1915
Where Enlisted Chatham, Ontario
Next of Kin Father- Jacob Labombarbe, Chatham. Mother- Mrs Josephine Labombarbe.

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