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Richard W. "Dick" Ellis

 

Ellis, Richard W. “Dick,” Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, formerly of London, England. Occupation: salesman. Military Service: Private: Reg. No. 475835, 3rd University Co., PPCLI, Attestation Papers. Diary Reference: “[R.W.] Dick Ellis shot through chest by sniper while out with us building parapet. Expected to live,” 2:11 May ’16. According to Hodder-Williams, Pte. R. W. Ellis was wounded 13 May 1916 and struck off strength on 19 May 1916.