Gunner G. Hillman Snell went overseas with the 67th. University Battery July 12th, 1916, and wast the first in his class to qualify as a  Signaller. He proceeded  to France in October, 1916, transferring to the 48th. Howitzer Battery. In 1917 he was awarded the Military Medal and advanced to the rank of Bombardier for conspicuous bravery.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Awards	MM
Sources	Chatham Daily Planet (13-10-1917), Park Street Methodist Church, Books of Remembrance for the Great War 1914 - 18. At St. Andrews UC, Chatham - January 2010 (19-10-1919), Chatham Daily Planet (22-04-1918)

Height	5' 8''
Eye Colour	Brown
Age	10
Complexion	Fair
Hair	Auburn
Race	White
Birthplace	London, Ontario
Religion	Methodist
Last Place of Employment	Student of Royal College of Dental Surgeons, Toronto
Marital Status	Single
When Enlisted	April, 1916
Where Enlisted	Toronto, Ontario
Next of Kin	Father- Alfred E. Snell, Chatham, Mother- Mrs. Sara Snell, Brother- Laurence Snell, Sister- Gertrude Snell

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