313 www.on.legion.ca SCHMITT, George Hamel George was born on February 27, 1894, in Baden, Ontario to Jacob R. and Mary (Hamel). George enlisted in the Army (Regular Force) in London on March 15, 1915 with the Western Ontario Regiment, 1st Depot Bn. His unit boarded a ship and arrived in England on May 14, 1918. He trained in Seaport until August 9, 1918, was attached to the Canadian Engineers 12th Battalion and shipped to France. He joined his new unit on the front lines on September 27, 1918. George was in a vicious war and was killed in action on September 27, 1918. He is buried at Quarry Wood Cemetery in France. Sapper George Hamel Schmitt is commemorated on page 497 of the First World War Book of Remembrance in the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. SCHMITZ, Michael Herman Michael was born in Romania on November 25, 1922. He served in the Canadian Armoured Corps during World War II, trained in all aspects of tank crew operations. He completed a mechanic’s course, was licensed to drive armoured vehicles, and served overseas in several key campaigns in the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, and Central Mediterranean Area. For his service, Michael received the 1939-1945 Star, Italy Star, and France and Germany Star. He was also awarded a Certificate of Commendation from Field Marshall B.L. Montgomery for his outstanding service during the Northwest Europe campaign. His fluency in German made him a valuable interpreter during the interrogation of German prisoners of war. While stationed in Halifax, he met his future wife, also serving in the Canadian Army. They married in December 1945 and settled in Hespeler, Ontario where they raised six children. He was discharged on January 19, 1946, and worked for many years as foreman at Crowe Foundry. Though he rarely spoke about the war, he maintained lifelong friendships with his fellow servicemen. He was a member of The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 272. Michael’s life reflected quiet strength, skilled service, and deep devotion to family and country. Michael passed away on October 27, 1994. SCHULER, Theodore Theodore was born in New Hamburg on November 12, 1889 to John and Margaret (Ludwig) Schuler. Prior to World War I, he was employed as a clerk. He enlisted in the Army (Regular Force) in London, Ontario on August 24, 1915 with the 34th Battalion. He arrived in Shorncliffe, England on February 3, 1916 and was attached to the 18th Battalion. He was then drafted to the 14th Battalion Canadian Infantry “Quebec Regiment” and joined that unit on the front lines on May 8, 1916. During some heavy bombardment in Zittebeke from the enemy, Theodore lost his life on June 3, 1916. He is buried in the Menin Gate (Ypres Memorial) France. Theodore Schuler is commemorated on Page 159 in the First World War Book of Remembrance in the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. We Will Remember Them Ontario Command
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