The typescript consists of a detailed history of the 60th Battalion, C.E.F. (Victoria Rifles of Canada) which existed from 1 June 1915 to 30 Apr 1917. De Lalanne served in this unit and was wounded. The Battalion is perpetuated by the Victoria Rifles of Canada.
The file consists of a typewritten and photocopied book-length history of the 60th Battalion, C.E.F., the Victoria Rifles of Canada, which existed from June 1915 to April 1917.
60th Battalion, C.E.F. (Victoria Rifles of Canada)Bert Hoffmeister, Commander of 2CIB, describes the action around Savignano. Includes a description of the crossing of the Savia by the Seaforth Highlanders.
Bert HoffmeisterMovement order for PPCLI on the SS ORAMA on departure from Canada for England.
William G. ColquhounRules and Regulations for conduct on board the SS ORAMA applying to PPCLI.
William G. Colquhoun, H. F. CottonHostile Shelling Report (blank), River Crossing information, Harrod's A Line Diagram, Map Trace. Op Report missing from file.
Description of the Battle of Bagnacavallo including the Naviglio Canal and the attack to the Senio, and the Capture of Granarola. Mentioned by name are W.E. Harrington, V.S. Allan (killed in action), R.W. Potts, W.D.L. Roach, and R.P. Clark.
2 - CIB Operation report for Exercise Goldflake. Signed by Major Allen Magee. Commanders: Lt-Col R. P. Clark, DSO, of the PPCLI; Senior Officer Lt-Col J. N. Spence of the 5th Canadian Light Field Ambulance; Commander Major W. Winters of B Coy SASK LI (MG); Lt-Col H. P. Bell-Irving, DSO, of the Seaforth Highlanders. Contains personnel and vehicle tables. Includes map of region, including the following locations: Cambrai, Peronne, Ham, Compeigne, Senlis, Meaux, Fontenay-Tresigny, Rozay-en-Brie, Sens, Tonnerre, Les Laumes, Vitteaux Dijon, Chagny, Chalon-s-Saone, Macon, Lyon, St. Rambert, Valence, Orange, Orgon, and Marseilles.