119th (Algoma) Battalion, CEF

Canadian Expeditionary Force unit January 2023 thumb|right|Manitoulin Boys of the 119th Battalion The 119th (Algoma) Battalion, CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. History Based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, the unit began recruiting in late 1915 in the Algoma District and on Manitoulin Island. After sailing to England in August 1916, the battalion was absorbed into the 8th Reserve Battalion (Central Ontario) on April 16, 1918. The 119th (Algoma) Battalion, CEF had one Officer Commanding: Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Percival Turton Rowland (1875–1952). Private Dominic Odjig 1895-1980 (Regimental # 754710) was father of artist Daphne Odjig.https://www.wikkwemkoong.ca/timeline/783/ The lineage of 119th is perpetuated by the 49th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA. References Meek, John F. Over the Top! The Canadian Infantry in the First World War. Orangeville, Ont.: The Author, 1971. External links Lieut-Col T.P.T. Rowland "Officers' Declaration Paper" Category:Battalions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force Category:Military units and formations established in 1915 Category:Military units and formations disestablished in 1918 Category:1915 establishments in Ontario Category:Canadian organizations established in 1915