Description
First World War recruitment poster for the 242nd Overseas Battalion Forestry. Sepia toned image depicts a soldier holding a pike and the 242nd Overseas Battalion Forestry badge. Sepia toned text reads "CONSTRUCTION MEN SAWMILL MEN BUSHMEN CHAUFFEURS JOIN THE 242nd OVERSEAS BATTALION (FORESTERS) Lt. Col. J.B. White HEADQUARTERS 382 SHERBROOKE ST. WEST Montreal". The Battalion sailed to England in November 1916.
1 poster ; 35 x 27cm. Cardboard.
1 poster ; 35 x 27cm. Cardboard.
Date Created
1916
Type
poster
Topics
Accession Number
1900.237-WWI/37
Language
English
Rights
All Rights Reserved