Hamilton Heroes Photos
Miscellaneous Pictures of our World War II Vets

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Al Wilson Although still not old enough to serve in the army, Al signed up at the age of seventeen. Originally he wanted to enlist in the Air Force and be a gunner, re-uniting with his friend George, but George was shot down in a flight over France. All of Al's friends had joined and he believed it was his duty to do the same. In spite of being under age, the Army accepted him...

The 1st Special Service Force of Canadian-Americans
fought the Germans at Venafro and Anzio and
led off the invasion of Southern France.



Carrying a Heavy Knapsack


In the Field in Italy