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125th Battalion, CEF

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The 125th Battalion (1st Overseas Battalion of 38th Regiment Dufferin Rifles), CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War.

History

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Based in Brantford, Ontario, the unit began recruiting in late 1915 throughout Brant County. After sailing to England in August 1916, the battalion was absorbed into the 8th Reserve Battalion[1] on April 16, 1918.

The 125th Battalion, CEF had one Officer Commanding: Lieut-Col. M. E. B. Cutcliffe.

Perpetuations

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In 1920, the perpetuation of the 125th Battalion, CEF was first assigned to The Dufferin Rifles of Canada,[2][3] and is now held by the 56th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA.[4]

Canadian Expeditionary Force, 125th Overseas Battalion, Agricultural Park, Brantford, Ontario, May 18, 1916. No. 501 (HS85-10-32549)

References

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  1. ^ Canadian Collections
  2. ^ "CEF Infantry Battalions" (PDF).
  3. ^ "Guide to Sources Relating to the Canadian Militia (Infantry, Cavalry, Armored)" (PDF).
  4. ^ Canadian Forces Publication A-DH-267-003 Insignia and Lineages of the Canadian Forces. Volume 3: Combat Arms Regiments.
  • Meek, John F. Over the Top! The Canadian Infantry in the First World War. Orangeville, Ont.: The Author, 1971.