Major J. Eardley Wright

Major J. Eardley Wright with jeep – Europe

Major Wright of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders with his jeep in France in the winter of 1944/5. Major Wright, a 48th Highlander, was transferred from Italy in late 1943 as part of Operation Pouch which sent to England battle experienced officers and Senior NCOs from the 1st Cdn Division in Italy. They were to join regiments there to bring their experience to the battalions to land at Normandy on D-Dy in June 1944. Major Wright would be awarded the DSO for his gallant leadership of his company of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders.

Classification
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Era
1939 – 1945 (WW 2)
Location of artifact
Binder 17, Research Room Shelf
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