15th Bn Soldier with Helmet & Cigarette

“no question who won the war” . Drawing by Lt. J E Banton. Private John Erwin Banton attested into the 92nd Battalion CEF on 14 Aug 1915.  He rose to the rank of Sgt in the 92nd Battalion but was reduced in rank when he was sent in a reinforcement draft to the 15th Battalion, No. […]

Flag marker advance Vimy Ridge

Flag marker placed on Vimy Ridge battlefield to mark the furthest advance of the 1st Division which included the 15th Battalion (48th Highlanders).  Donated in 1927 to the 48th Highlanders by Lord Byng of Vimy