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Stuart Wynn

In memory of:

Private Stuart Wynn

April 9, 1917

Military Service

Service Number:

715106

Force:

Army

Unit:

Canadian Infantry (Quebec Regiment)

Division:

87th Bn.

Additional Information

Commemorated on Page 354 of the First World War Book of Remembrance. Request a copy of this page. Download high resolution copy of this page.

Burial Information

Cemetery:

GIVENCHY-EN-GOHELLE CANADIAN CEMETERY
Pas de Calais, France

Grave Reference:

B. 21.

Location:

The Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery stands on the western slopes of Vimy Ridge above the village of Souchez. The Cemetery is best reached by car or by foot from the village of Souchez, which is situated on the D937 Arras-Bethune road. Starting from the village square, the cemetery is signposted by CWGC directional signs and is approximately 3 kilometres outside of the village. Givenchy-en-Gohelle was taken by the 2nd Canadian Division on the 13th April, 1917 and remained in British hands during the rest of the War. The Canadian Cemetery was begun by the Canadian Corps, under the name of C.D. 20 in March, 1917, and two further graves were added in March, 1918. The cemetery covers an area of 308 square metres and is enclosed by a low rubble wall.

Information courtesy of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

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  • Photo of Stuart Wynn– This is a picture of Stuart Wynn found inside the cover of his New Testament, believed to have been with him at the time of death. Stuart was born in Truro N.S. in 1895. His memory was lovingly honored annually with the laying of a wreath at the Remembrance Day service at the Truro Cenataph until the passing of the last member of his immediate family. His New Testament is now in the posession of his great-great-nephew who carries his name.

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    Photo of Stuart Wynn
    Photo of Stuart Wynn – This is a picture of Stuart Wynn found inside the cover of his New Testament, believed to have been with him at the time of death. Stuart was born in Truro N.S. in 1895. His memory was lovingly honored annually with the laying of a wreath at the Remembrance Day service at the Truro Cenataph until the passing of the last member of his immediate family. His New Testament is now in the posession of his great-great-nephew who carries his name.
  • 106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles– In Memory of those who served in the 106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles. Submitted for the project, Operation: Picture Me

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    106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles
    106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles – In Memory of those who served in the 106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles. Submitted for the project, Operation: Picture Me
  • Photo of Stuart Wynn– In Memory of those who served in the 106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles. Submitted for the project, Operation: Picture Me

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    Photo of Stuart Wynn
    Photo of Stuart Wynn – In Memory of those who served in the 106th Overseas Battalion Nova Scotia Rifles. Submitted for the project, Operation: Picture Me
  • Grave Marker– The grave marker at the Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery located on Vimy Ridge, walking distance from the Canadian Memorial. May he rest in peace. (J. Stephens)

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    Grave Marker
    Grave Marker – The grave marker at the Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery located on Vimy Ridge, walking distance from the Canadian Memorial. May he rest in peace. (J. Stephens)
  • Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery– The Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery, located on Vimy Ridge. The cemetery is in a wooded area, walking distance from the Canadian Memorial. (J. Stephens)

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    Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery
    Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery – The Givenchy-en-Gohelle Canadian Cemetery, located on Vimy Ridge. The cemetery is in a wooded area, walking distance from the Canadian Memorial. (J. Stephens)

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