Photograph depicts the arrival of soldiers from the Canadian Mounted Rifles (battalion unspecified, but likely the 2nd CMR as per formation patches on many soldiers' uniforms), many of whom would have been recruited through the British Columbia Horse. Looking closely at the soldiers, their uniforms shows divisional patches (also called formation patches or battle patches), wound stripes and overseas chevrons. The ship is the CPR's SS Princess Adelaide and the Empress Hotel can be seen in the background.
Photograph depicts the arrival of soldiers from the Canadian Mounted Rifles (battalion unspecified, but likely the 2nd CMR as per formation patches on many soldiers' uniforms), many of whom would have been recruited through the British Columbia Horse. Looking closely at the soldiers, their uniforms shows divisional patches (also called formation patches or battle patches), wound stripes and overseas chevrons. They have assembled on the docks near the CPR station where they are reunited with friends and family. It is interesting to observe that the leather Oliver equipment and Ross rifles they left Victoria with in 1915 have since been replaced with webbing equipment and Lee-Enfield rifles.
Photograph depicts soldiers and civilians in front of the Parliament buildings in Victoria. The soldiers have just arrived home after service in the Great War. On the steps of the building are several politicians and military officers including Premier John Oliver and General Officer Commanding of Military District 11 Major-General Leckie.
Photograph depicts a group of newly arrived soldiers, returned home after their service in the Great War. They are standing outside the Men's Quarters at what appears to be Willows Camp. Soldiers wear formation patches (also known as 'battle patches' or 'division patches') from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles and the 3rd Division Canadian Engineers. The Engineer standing on the board walk to the left of the stairs has a German helmet (Pickelhaube) hanging from his jacket, a possible 'souvenir' from the war.
Photograph depicts a group of soldiers who have recently disembarked at Victoria. According to formation patches on their sleeves (also known as 'battle' or 'divisional' patches), the troops are mainly from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles with some soldiers from the 3rd Division Canadian Engineers. Many civilians have joined them in front of the parliament where they wait for a special address from the premier and other dignataries.
Photograph depicts a marching band followed by soldiers from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles parading in front of the Provincial Legislature after finally returning home to Victoria following the events of the First World War.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts a line of soldiers at what appears to be Willows Camp. They have just returned home from service in the Great War. They wait in line holding forms of which details are unknown. They are from the Canadian Mounted Rifles (battalion unspecified, but likely the 2nd CMR as per formation patches on many soldiers' uniforms).
Photograph depicts soldiers arriving at the entrance of Willows Camp following their return to Victoria after the Great War. The image shows the men waiting around. Some of the men hold paperwork. The 6th Field Company of the Canadian Engineers office is clearly visible at the entrance of the camp.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts a marching band followed by soldiers from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles parading in front of the provincial legislature after finally returning home to Victoria following the events of the First World War.
Photograph depicts soldiers from the 2nd CMR on the decks of the SS Princess Adelaide as it docks at the CPR station in Victoria. These soldiers are returning home after many years fighting in the Great War.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts a marching band followed by soldiers from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles parading in front of the provincial legislature after finally returning home to Victoria following the events of the First World War.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers and cadets following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts soldiers and civilians in front of the Parliament buildings in Victoria. The soldiers have just arrived home after service in the Great War. On the steps of the building are several politicians and military officers including Premier John Oliver and General Officer Commanding of Military District 11 Major-General Leckie.
Photograph depicts the SS Princess Adelaide arriving in Victoria from Vancouver. The CPR ship is carrying soldiers from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles who served in the First World War and who are finally returning home.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts a parade of local soldiers following the arrival of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles after many years at war. They are marching on Government street where many spectators line the streets.
Photograph depicts the CPR steam ship SS Princess Adelaide anchoring at Victoria's Inner Harbour. The ship carries troops returning from service in the Great War and mainly includes soldiers from the Canadian Mounted Rifles.
Photograph depicts newly returned soldiers who served in the Great War. They are from the Canadian Mounted Rifles (battalion unspecified, but likely the 2nd CMR as per formation patches on many soldiers' uniforms), many of whom would have been recruited through the British Columbia Horse. They appear to be waiting for futher instruction, possibly in regards to discharge as many soldiers appear to be holding forms.
Photograph depicts a line of soldiers at what appears to be Willows Camp. They have just returned home from service in the Great War. They are from the Canadian Mounted Rifles (battalion unspecified, but likely the 2nd CMR as per formation patches on many soldiers' uniforms). It is interesting to see the items the soldiers have brought back with them including a Mark I trench helmet, webbing equipment and Lee-Enfield Rifles, none of which were issued to them on their departure from Canada in 1915.
Photograph depicts a group of soldiers who have recently disembarked at Victoria. According to formation patches on their sleeves (also known as 'battle' or 'divisional' patches), the troops are mainly from the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles with some soldiers from the 3rd Division Canadian Engineers. Many civilians have joined them in front of the parliament where they wait for a special address from the premier and other dignataries.
Photograph depicts a soldier with the rank of Lance-Corporal on a horse at Willows Camp. He belongs to the 11th Overseas Canadian Mounted Rifles Battalion.
Photograph depicts a Sergeant from the 11th Overseas Canadian Mounted Rifles Battalion standing on a boardwalk amidst the muddy grounds at Willows Camp. On top of his rank insignia is a Bandsman trade badge.
Photograph depicts a Sergeant from the 11th Overseas Canadian Mounted Rifles Battalion standing on a boardwalk amidst the muddy grounds at Willows Camp. On top of his rank insignia is a Bandsman trade badge.
Photograph depicts all four companies that comprise the 11th Overseas Battalion, Canadian Mounted Rifles. This bird's-eye view photograph was taken at Willows Camp.
