45 The Royal Canadian Legion MANITOBA & NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO COMMAND www.mbnwo.ca BECK, Harry WWII Harry enlisted on November 25, 1942 to the Sea-Forth Highlanders at Fort Osborne Barracks, Winnipeg. He took basic training at Portage la Prairie and went to Shilo, Manitoba for advance training. He trained as a motorcyclist and passed this course. In June of 1943, Harry went overseas on “H.M.C.S. Queen Elizabeth”, along with Phil Camire. They arrived in England four and a half days from embarkment. In August 1943, Harry was transferred to Africa for night training in the mountains. Once again, he met Phil Camire in Africa. He received his sniper’s certificate while there. He was also a stretcher bearer. After two months training Harry went to Italy, United Kingdom, Central Mediterranean Area, and Continental Europe. Andy Beck (Harry’s brother) went to see Harry in England, but missed him by one hour! He had just been shipped to another regimental holding unit. Harry had six medals: the 1939-1945 Star, the Italy Star, France and Germany Star, the Defence of England Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the War Medal 1939-1945. He was entitled to wear War Service Badge – General Service Class #754213. Harry received his discharge on February 18, 1946. He was an active Legion member and resided on his farm, in Fisherton, until his death. BEDARD, Albert Joseph WWI Albert enlisted in the 100th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, in Winnipeg, Manitoba on February 12, 1916. He served and fought in the 78th Battalion in France at Vimy Ridge, Passchendaele and Somme. Private Bedard was discharged in Winnipeg on June 12, 1919. He passed away on December 4, 1964. BEDARD, Benjamin Hugh Edward WWII Benjamin enlisted in the Canadian Light Infantry Corps in Vancouver, British Columbia on September 3, 1944. At this time, at age 21, he was the oldest member in their unit. The Canadian Light Infantry Corp, #13 Platoon, #2 Company, was stationed at Wetaskawin, Saskatchewan in October 1944. He served in Canada and also in England. When ready for embarkation one of the men in the unit got mumps – consequently they didn’t go overseas at that time. They spent their time guarding German prisoners in Canada and in England. Benjamin was discharged in Winnipeg, Manitoba on July 12, 1946. He retired and resided with his wife, Irene (Gerardin) in Kenora, Ontario.
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