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Canadian Virtual War Memorial

Algernon Joseph Cornect

In memory of:

Ordinary Seaman Algernon Joseph Cornect

June 12, 1942

Military Service


Service Number:

C/JX 315691

Age:

25

Force:

Navy

Unit:

Royal Navy

Division:

H.M.S. Grove

Additional Information


Son of Eugene and Annie G. Cornect, of Cape St. George, Newfoundland, Canada.

Commemorated on Page 152 of the Newfoundland Book of Remembrance. Request a copy of this page. Download high resolution copy of this page.

Burial Information


Cemetery:

CHATHAM NAVAL MEMORIAL
Kent, United Kingdom

Grave Reference:

65, 1.

Location:

The Chatham Naval Memorial overlooks the town of Chatham and is approached by a steep path from the Town Hall Gardens.

Information courtesy of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Digital Collection

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  • Photo of Algernon Cornect
  • Monument– Monument in Bell Island, Newfoundland where Gerald is commemorated.
  • War Poster– This poster is typical of the type used during the wars to attract men into the Navy.

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