lighthouse guard. LCpl George Elms second from the right.

Toronto Island Piquette circa 1914

Relief Guard at Toronto Island, Lighthouse door, 1914    Lighthouse served as a wireless communication facility. A guard from 48th assigned to protect it from saboteurs during WW1.

Eight uniformed guards standing in front of lighthouse door.

Two duplicates located in same page and pocket as the original, same size and also black and white. The back of both duplicates are similarly numbered P0366 #1, and have the word “Duplicate” written in pencil.

Associated place
Toronto Island, Lighthouse
Associated event
NA
Associated name(s)
NA
Era
1914 – 1919 (WW 1)
Location of artifact
Binder, Research Room Shelf
Classification
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