Private McDermand went overseas Oct. 1 1916, proceeding to France in March.

In May he was severely wounded, and returned to England for treatment, joining his unit in France Nov. 5

He was again wounded Nov. 12 but remained on duty.

Dec. 12 1917, while holding the first lines, he was killed in aciton by a trench mortar.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources	Chatham Daily Planet (27-09-1919), Botany Church Roll of Honour
Supplemental Information	Aunt: Mrs. James W. Symington, Northwood

Height	5'10"
Eye Colour	grey
Age	19
Complexion	fair
Hair	brown
Race	white
Birthplace	Port Lambton, ON
Religion	Methodist
Last Place of Employment	Farmer in Sask.
Average Earnings	45/mth
Marital Status	single
When Enlisted	June 1916
Where Enlisted	Sask.
Next of Kin	Brother: Robert MeDermand, Windsor

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