Born in Walpole Twnsp, Ont., and lived at Hagersville. Local public and high Schools. Enl. Manning Depot, Toronto, 3 Jan 41 after minor operation to pass medical following several previous rejections. Trained at No.1 Equipment Depot, Toronto, No. 1 Wireless School, Montreal. Graduated Fingal Bombing School Oct. 41, overseas Nov. Flew many ops over enemy territory. Surv. parents at Hagersville, Ont.