Humbercrest Public School

Humbercrest Public School

Toronto Branch OGS
Type

Humbercrest Public School

Toronto, Ontario

Notice:

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WWI Bronze plaque: In proud and honored memory of the men of / this school section who died for their country / 1914-1918. Two columns; four names in each column. Below the names: This tablet was erected by the trustees / of School Section 32, York Township.

WWII Illuminated list designed by A.J. Casson. “For King and Country / Members of / Humbercrest Public School / who have volunteered for active service / with Canada’s fighting forces.” Six columns. Surnames followed by given names. No key. List does not specify which war, but the presence of a separate WWI memorial, women’s names, and the use of an A.J. Casson document indicate World War II.

Location
Humbercrest Public School

14 St Marks Road
Toronto
Ontario
GPS Coordinates
Lat. 43.6600349
Long. -79.4909025