The Regimetal System of the Canadian Expeditionary Forces

Christopher J. Harvie’s excellent blog has a wealth of information and a recent post helps us understand the Canadian Expeditionary Force’s Regimental System.

“In Canada, the regiment is a formation of one or more units; existing almost exclusively for reasons of heritage, the continuance of battle honours and esprit de corps.”

Source:  Link to Blog

As an example, my Grandfather, William Dewar, Service no. 53902 belonged to the 18th Battalion, Western Ontario Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Division. Battalions are not static and change over time but it was the Regiment that lived on and its existence is an important cultural aspect of the Canadian Army.

I cannot begin to do justice to Mr. Harvie’s article and strongly urge you to read it: Link to Blog Article