This article incorrectly states Pte. Edward Adams as a sergeant. Source: CVWM
Sergt. E. Adams Killed
Sergt. Edwards, 498 Gladstone avenue, is reported killed in action on August 8. Sergt. Adams, who is the son of Mr. Richard Adams, went overseas with a Toronto Battalion, and have been in France since June, 1916. He was 26 years of age and a carpenter by trade.
Toronto Star, August 23rd, 1918
Source: Toronto Telegram. August 1918. Per news clipping post by David Archer at 18th Battalion Facebook Page (not group).
Killed by enemy shell fire, whilst taking part with his battalion, in the attack on MARCELCAVE. Several large pieces of Shrapnel penetrating his body.
War Diary of the 18th Battalion CEF 
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