Canada's History - Hersey Smith

A photo of Hersey Southworth Smith, alongside his medals and the letter his parents received notifying them of his death. (Brian Smith)

Entry from 25th Canadian Battalion, June 10, 1916, the day Hersey Smith died at Ypres, Belgium. (Brian Smith.)

Hersey Southworth Smith

Hersey Southworth Smith died in combat at Ypres, June 10, 1916.

Hersey Southworth Smith served as a signalman with the 25th Battalion. His battalion fought in the Battle of Mount Sorrel and Ypres Salient. He died in combat on June 10, 1916, at Ypres.

Submitted by Brian Smith, Hersey's nephew.

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Hersey Southworth Smith

Hersey Southworth Smith died in combat at Ypres, June 10, 1916.

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