Lieutenant Henry Gallant: The Henry Gallant Saga

Lieutenant Henry Gallant was a Canadian soldier who served in the First World War. He was born in Montreal, Quebec, on July 20, 1892. He was the son of William and Mary Gallant. He had two older sisters, Margaret and Mary, and a younger brother, William. He attended St. Patrick's Academy in Montreal.

Gallant joined the Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1915. He was assigned to the 22nd Battalion, Royal Regiment of Canada. He served in France and Belgium. He was wounded in action in 1916. He was awarded the Military Cross for his bravery. He was killed in action on October 12, 1918.

Lieutenant Henry Gallant (The Henry Gallant Saga Book 2)

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Gallant's story is a tragic one. He was a young man who was full of life and promise. He had a bright future ahead of him. But his life was cut short by the war. He was one of the many young men who died in the First World War.

Gallant's story is also a story of courage and sacrifice. He was a brave soldier who fought for his country. He was willing to give his life for his country. He is a hero.

Early Life and Education

Henry Gallant was born in Montreal, Quebec, on July 20, 1892. He was the son of William and Mary Gallant. He had two older sisters, Margaret and Mary, and a younger brother, William. He attended St. Patrick's Academy in Montreal.

Gallant was a bright student and a good athlete. He was a member of the school's football and hockey teams. He was also a talented musician and played the piano and the violin.

Military Service

Gallant joined the Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1915. He was assigned to the 22nd Battalion, Royal Regiment of Canada. He served in France and Belgium. He was wounded in action in 1916. He was awarded the Military Cross for his bravery. He was killed in action on October 12, 1918.

Gallant was a brave and dedicated soldier. He was a true hero.

Awards and Honors

Gallant was awarded the Military Cross for his bravery. He was also awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration for gallantry in the face of the enemy. He was the first Canadian to be awarded the Victoria Cross in the First World War.

Gallant's name is inscribed on the Canadian National Vimy Memorial in Vimy, France. He is also commemorated by a statue in his hometown of Montreal.

Legacy

Gallant's story is a reminder of the sacrifice that our soldiers have made for our country. He is a hero who should never be forgotten.

Gallant's legacy lives on in the many young people who have been inspired by his story. He is a role model for courage, sacrifice, and dedication.

Additional Resources

* The Canadian Virtual War Memorial * The Canadian Encyclopedia * The Canadian War Museum

Lieutenant Henry Gallant (The Henry Gallant Saga Book 2)

by H. Peter Alesso

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	881 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	284 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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