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World War II overtakes the community.
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La Verendrye Hospital 1941
1941
Victoria Ave
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In 1941 the LaVerendrye Hospital opened with fifty beds. Erected by the Grey Nuns, they remained in charge until 1975.
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Local men serve in WW II
1 January 1940
Scott Street, Fort Frances
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During World War II, the men of Fort Frances joined the 17th Battery of the 7th Medium Artillery Brigade.
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WW II recruits on parade
1941
Fort Frances
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Major JR Towshend took leave as principal of the Fort Frances High School to serve in the war. Tragically his ship was sunk going overseas.
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J.R. Townshend Collegiate Head Called to Service
8 May 1941
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No. 17 Company Canadian Forestry Corps., Canadian Army Overseas, Scotland 1941
1941
Scotland
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R.D Tank Crew in Holland, 1944
1944
Holland
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Christening of the HMCS Fort Frances
28 October 1944
Port Arthur Ship Building Yard
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The HMCS Fort Frances was the pride of the community when it was christened in 1944.
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Corporal Charles Delbert Ross
1945
Scotland
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Dave Brockie
1945