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Service # 880043
he Chatham papers misspelled all the time. SEE…Michael went on to have his trucking firm and heavy equipment operation.
 
A Russian joined the Kents from Wallaceburg. 880043 ROBBIN, Michael was also Michel Robbins etc. X marks the spot. He was 18th bn and suffered a GSW to left leg which caused a compound fracture. But he must have limped around and out to also have VD. He was released MU from London Ontario to collect his ,money from the Standard Bank in Chatham. The last known address for his medals was Carbon, Alberta. Michel passed at the General Hosp. Calgary 1977. LEST WE FORGET.
 
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Wounded GSW to left leg which caused a compound fracture
Died 1977
Buried at Calgary
Sources Allan Miller (4 Oct, 2026)
Height 5' 3"
Eye Colour Brown
Age 18 yrs 4 mths
Complexion fair
Marital Status single
When Enlisted 17 Feb 1916
Where Enlisted Wallaceburg, Ontario
Next of Kin Mother - Marie Robbins

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