Hymns for Canadian Forces cover

Hymns for Canadian Forces with Order of Divine Services – WWII

A 5 inch (12.7 cm) by 7 inch (17.78 cm) copy of the Hymns for Canadian Forces with Order of Divine Services, published by the YMCA whose brand identification is on the front cover. Francis Thompson and George Matheson signed the front cover. There are many signatures of 1st Battalion 48th Highlanders throughout. The copy belongs to the Padre, Capt. Stewart East, and is so designated in pencil.

Some examples of included Hymns are Rock of Ages, Onward Christian Soldiers, variations on O Canada, God Save The King, etc. At rear is The Order of Divine Service.

Classification
Books & manuals
Era
1939 – 1945 (WW 2)
Location of artifact
Case 15 Padres – WWII

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