Awarded the VC for his heroism on 27 September 1918, age 26, while serving in the 102nd Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force. "Through two days of operations he captured 185 prisoners and 27 guns. His skilful leadership showed the utmost valour and high powers of command. (Bourlon Wood and Blécourt, France)". Freemason at: №381, Lodge of Harmony and Industry.
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Graham Thomson Lyall, VC
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