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1914 Troops ready to move out

FGPC-M-P360
Item
[ca. 1914]

Part of Frank Glass Photograph Collection

A large group of servicemen lined up from the corner of Railway Avenue and the east side of Main Street on the boardwalk in front of local businesses.

First War, 2nd contingent training

FGPC-M-P358
Item
[ca. 1914]

Part of Frank Glass Photograph Collection

A group of nineteen men in civilian clothing most with rifles being held over their left shoulder. Written on the picture is "2nd Contingent From".

First War, Embarkation

FGPC-M-P361
Item
[ca. 1914]

Part of Frank Glass Photograph Collection

The Rosetown train station with the Union Jack flag and a large number of men and a few women lined up on the platform.

First War, local training and recruiting

FGPC-M-P359
Item
[ca. 1914]

Part of Frank Glass Photograph Collection

Mounties, servicemen and civilians lined up on Railway Avenue at the corner of Main Street. The North-Western Land Co. building is seen in the background.

Mobilization, 1914 War

FGPC-M-P357
Item
August 17, 1914

Part of Frank Glass Photograph Collection

The 29th Light Horse leaving Rosetown, the business section of town is seen in the background. One soldier leading a flag bearer and a number of civilians.