Lest We Forget Her: Canadian women who have died in service
Women have long answered the call to serve and have shaped Canada’s military history in profound ways. From early roles as caregivers and nurses to positions of leadership and combat, they have and continue to serve with strength and resilience.
Since Confederation, over 200 women have died while serving in the Canadian military and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. We honour their memory by ensuring their sacrifice is never forgotten. Explore the links below to discover their stories and honour their legacy.
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1919
| Surname | Given name(s) | Branch/unit | Date of death |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton | Grace Errol | British Red Cross Society | 16 February 1919 |
| MacIntosh | Rebecca | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 07 March 1919 |
| Champagne | Ernestine | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 24 March 1919 |
| King | Jessie Nelson | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 04 April 1919 |
| Baker | Margaret Elisa | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 30 May 1919 |
| McDougall | Agnes | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 18 July 1919 |
| Donaldson (Petty) | Gertrude | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 29 July 1919 |
| Grant | Grace Mabel | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 12 September 1919 |
| Trusdale | Alice Louise | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 12 September 1919 |
| MacLeod | Margaret Christine | Canadian Army Medical Corps | 20 December 1919 |
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