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FOUNDATIONS OF THE 72nd REGT, 1910-1914
Fondations du 72e régiment, 1910-1914
Honourary Lt Col MacDonell posing ouside a tent at Sidney Camp, 1912
72nd Regiment, Seaforth Highanders of Canada Honourary Lt Col MacDonell posing ouside a tent at Sidney Camp, 1912. He is dressed in a blue patrol jacket, trews and a glengarry.
Colonel James Alexander MacDonell, DSO was responsible for raising the funds required to pay for the Regiment's distinctive Highland uniforms, which were considerably more expensive than the $6 - $12 offered by the government. At the time it was believed that $25,000 would need be raised.
The photo was possibly taken by Victoria Book & Stationery Co. Ltd., Victoria (B.C.)

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