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The 52nd Battalion (New Ontario), CEF, was an infantry battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the Great War.[1][2][3]
| 52nd Battalion (New Ontario), CEF | |
|---|---|
The distinguishing patch of the 52nd Battalion (New Ontario), CEF. | |
| Active | 1914-1920 |
| Country |  Canada |
| Branch | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | One Battalion |
| Part of | 9th Canadian Brigade, 3rd Canadian Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Port Arthur, Ontario |
| Engagements | First World War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | D.M. Sutherland |
The 52nd Battalion was authorized on 7 November 1914 and embarked for Britain on 23 November 1915. It disembarked in France on 21 February 1916, where it fought as part of the 9th Canadian Brigade, 3rd Canadian Division in France and Flanders until the end of the war. The battalion was disbanded on 30 August 1920.[1][2]
The 52nd Battalion recruited in Port Arthur, Kenora, Fort Frances and Dryden, Ontario and was mobilized at Port Arthur.[3][4]
The 52nd Battalion had seven Officers Commanding:
One member of the 52nd Battalion was awarded the Victoria Cross. Captain Christopher O'Kelly was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions on 26 October 1917 at Passchendaele, Belgium. He had previously been awarded the Military Cross.[4][3]
The 52nd Battalion was awarded the following battle honours:
The 52nd Battalion (New Ontario), CEF, is perpetuated by The Lake Superior Scottish Regiment.[1][4][2]
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