Military service
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William Rufus served with the 7/11 Hussars – NPAM – where he qualified as telegraphist. He also served in Québec, in New Brunswick, in Newfoundland with Force W, in Hong Kong with Force C. He was first buried in Argyle Street cemetery, and was reburied in Sai Wan.
1939-1945 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, Hong Kong Bar, Defense Medal.
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Photo of WILLIAM RUFUS POPE
In memory of those who served in Hong Kong during World War 11 and did not come home. Submitted with permission on behalf of the Hong Kong Veterans Commemorative Association by Operation: Picture Me.
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Sergeant William Rufus Pope
In the Books of Remembrance
Commemorated on:
Page 204 of the Second World War Book of Remembrance.
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