Includes card announcing death of Major E.J. Brooks
Steele, HarwoodWorld War, 1914-1918
767 Description results for World War, 1914-1918
Handwritten letter (drafts) from Marie to Lady Northcote, thanking her for her gift.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-19514 p. Details Marie Steele's reasons for forbidding Harwood Steele from enlisting in the military.
Steele, HarwoodLetter from SBS written to his brother-in-law C.A. Harwood (Gus), discussing his perceived unfair treatment by the Canadian Military.
Harwood, C.A.Hand-written letter in which SBS discusses what will happen if he is not allowed to serve with the Canadian Forces in France.
Steele, FloraHandwritten letter to Marie requesting a photograph of Harwood and commenting on Harwood joining the Armed Forces; the letter is dated August 28th, 1914.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from Edward Hilliam writing from Salisbury and sharing general news and congratulating SBS on his promotion.
Hilliam, Edward, Brigadier-General, 1865-1949Typewritten letter acknowledging report and work done by the Folkestone club; the letter is dated March 19th, 1917.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from Elmes Henderson, asking about SBS's condition after his accident, and sharing general news.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from cousin Esther thanking her for her sympathy and talking about SBS and Harwood's active roles in WW1; the letter is dated March 20th, 1915.
MacGregor, Esther Miller (Marian Keith)Letters to Marie from her brothers Frank and Gus; mailed together to Marie in Winnipeg.
Harwood, C.A.Handwritten letter to Marie from Harry Edwards writing from Valcariter Camp.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from [Jean] Hughes, thanking Marie for her support at a meeting; the letter is postmarked June 7th, 1915 at Winnipeg.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from Lady A.S. Northcote inviting her and Sam for lunch; enclosed is a brochure for 'The War Horticultural Relief Fund" of which Lady Northcote is the Ladies' Committee president.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten note from Laura Howe offering congratulations to Marie and SBS on Sam's promotion.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Typewritten letter inviting Marie to attend a special event (a presentation from Princess Louise to the Canadian Forces in England);the letter is dated July 3, 1916.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Typewritten note to accompany snapshots (not with letter); dated May 12th, 1915.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Typewritten copy of a poem about SBS recited at a Patriotic Concert by Spencer Wiggin and written by Fred Yates; the poem was sent to Marie from Mr. Wiggin.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter; printed information related to the K.K. Empire Association; the letter is dated December 21st, 1916.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from her friend, Margaret Johnston, of Winnipeg; the letter is dated January 25th, 1916.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten note from Mary Crawford offering congratulations to Marie and SBS on Sam's promotion.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from Millie Snow wondering whether she might visit the Steeles; the letter is dated June 28th, 1917.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from her brother Reggie telling her of his happiness that she and Sam are able to be together, and sharing other family news; the letter is dated March 6th, 1917.
Harwood, Reginald de LotbinièreTypewritten note to Marie about membership dues.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter to Marie from her brother, inquiring about SBS after his accident and sahring general news; the letter is dated March 25th, 1915.
Harwood, C.A.Handwritten letter from Marie in Winnipeg to SBS at Shorncliffe Camp in Kent England, dated August 1st, 1915.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from Marie in Winnipeg to SBS in [Quebec]; 2 pp.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter form Marie in Winnipeg to SBS at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England, dated August 3rd, 1915. Enclosed with the letter is a news artilce.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from Marie in Winnipeg to SBS at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England, dated July 4th, 1915. Enclosed with the letter are two news clippings (re. Captain Mackenzie and an obituary for James McDougall).
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from Marie in Winnipeg writing to SBS in Montreal, Quebec. This is an emotional letter, with Marie expressing her fears about Harwood possibly enlisting with the army corps to fight in World War 1. 2 pp. and envelope.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from Marie in Winnipeg to SBS at Shorncliffe Camp, June 6, 1915
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951Handwritten letter from Marie in Winnipeg to SBS at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England, dated August 8th, 1915.
Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951One loose item from the 1915 Daily Diary; a type-written note in reference to a woman asking for a brigade for her husband, and dated 10 January 1915.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Army Form C398 envelopes (4).
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Loose sheet removed from diary 2008.1.1.2.72; a handwritten sheet noting SBS's state of health/record of illness. Note appears to have been written by Harwood Steele from information extracted from diary notations.
Steele, HarwoodOne small 4x7 mm sepia toned photograph of Sam Steele glued onto a cardborad folder and tucked into front of diary.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919A printed 'Conventional Signs & Terms Used in Military Topography' sheet.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919A printed sheet titled: "Conventional Signs & Terms Used in Military Topography"; printed and sold by Gale and Polden, Ltd. Aldershot.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919A 47 page typewritten manuscript titled: "The Facts About My Escape From Military Prison at Bischofswerda, Saxony, Germany". The manuscript is enclosed in a paper cover, and on the inside cover is written: "To Major General S.B. Steele C.B. M.V.O. with my compliments from P. Anderson Major 101 Regiment Edmonton Fusiliers, Alberta, Canada". The memoir tells of Anderson's escape from the German military prison, and his eventual arrival in England after travelling incognito through Germany and across the Danish border.
Anderson, Peter, 1868-1945Masefield, John. The Old Front Line or the Beginning of the Battle of the Somme. London: William Heinemann, 1917.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS from Lord Milner and separated by Harwood Steele as correspondence to be consulted “only if necessary”. The two letters and telegram concern the possibility of Kitchener and Steele commanding in the Field during the first world war. Handwritten; typewritten.
Milner, Alfred Milner, Viscount, 1854-1925Correspondence separated by Harwood Steele, and marked “for use only if necessary”. Letters in this file are ones H.S. felt were sensitive, and separated accordingly. Includes correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; these letters, between SBS, General Lord Brooke, General Carson, and General Turner revolve around issues concerning the fitness of Commander Lt. Colonel J.A.W. Allan of the 20th Battalion, 2nd Canadian Division. Includes explanatory notes from Harwood Steele (1974). Typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; Includes a partial list of Officers selected for the 11th C.M.R. and a private letter sent from Sam Hughes Typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes a letter to SBS from General Colin Mackenzie, with an explanatory note about this letter from H.S.; a lettter from a grieving father, [? Fisher] who had two sons killed in the War thanking the Steele's for their sympathy; letters from R. Rogers and other individuals concerning military matters. Handwritten; typewritten
Mackenzie, Colin John, Sir, 1861-1956Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes letters sent to Lieutenant Sir Julian Byng and Lieutenant Sir James Wolfe-Murray, re: training of troops being sent to France; and correspondence around SBS’s rank and pay while serving with the Canadian military. Handwritten; typewritten
Byng, Julian H.G., 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, 1862-1935A letter sent to SBS from the Duke of Connaught responding to but denying Steele’s request that he do something to see that Steele remain employed with the British Military Service. Handwritten; typewritten
Arthur William Patrick Albert, Duke of Connaught, Prince, 1850-1942A letters sent to SBS from the Overseas Military Forces of Canada Headquarters telling him is leave of absence is soon over and arrangements need to be made for his and his family’s return to Canada. Typewritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; a letter written from J.F. [Tennant] ‘Fenian Raid & Red River Veteran’ requesting a discharge or transfer for his son, and a letter regarding SBS’s recent accident and claim. Handwritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; memos concerning enlistment information and an itinerary/program for Princess Louise’s tour of training facilities; a letter requesting information be sent to a parent of an ill soldier, a sheet concerning Indians from the File Hills Indian Agency, Balcarres, Saskatchewan who have contributed in some way to the war effort, and a letter received from [? Lodson], describing his command. Handwritten; typewritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division; includes two letters from Brigadier General John Wallace Carson; a notice about monthly pay and allowance; and a letter regarding reserve battalions. Typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; a letter from E.F. Mackie at Belgium regarding military staffing and general matters. Handwritten
Mackie, E.F.Letters sent from SBS to the Adjutant General, Headquarters, Overseas Military Forces of Canada Headquarters, regarding his formal application to retire and receive pension benefits as entitled. Handwritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel at Valcartier Camp, established as part of the mobilization of the Canadian Expeditionary Force at the onset of the First World War; includes letters sent between SBS and Robert Rogers outlining in some detail suggestions for organizing the Canadian Contingents; a telegram and letter from Major Ketchen regarding Harwood Steele and his enlistment; a note from SBS saying he will spend some time in Montreal while awaiting whatever military assignment he should receive, etc. Handwritten; typewritten
Ketchen, H.D.B.Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; many confidential letters to and from Robert Rogers, Sir Robert Borden and others around Steele’s complaint about his rank in the Canadian Military; the treatment of himself and other officers by a ‘Minister of the Crown’ and the Department of Militia and Defence; includes copied letters intended to provide support for Steele’s views, etc. Handwritten; typewritten
Biggar, J.L. , MajorCorrespondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; many confidential letters to and from Robert Rogers, Sam Hughes and others, and includes recommendations for filling Canadian Military positions and appointments. A particular focus in these letters is on SBS’s recommendation that a Lt-Colonel I.R. Snider be appointed Command of the 6th Infantry Brigade and the subsequent appointment of someone to this position, and other general matters. Handwritten; typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division; includes lists of officers; SBS’s acceptance of the command of the Shorncliffe District, while stating he would have preferred to lead the Division in the Field; and orders from Sam Hughes promoting SBS to “command South Eastern District including all Canadians in England”; and other matters. Typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Documents separated by Harwood Steele, and marked “for use only if necessary”. Papers in this file are ones H.S. felt were sensitive, and separated accordingly. Includes correspondence between SBS, Colonel Fowler, and Sir George Perley, Canadian Overseas Minister of Defence. These letters revolve around issues concerning the command of the Canadian Expeditionary Force in England, and include added notations my H.S. Typewritten
Fowler, George William, Lieutenant-Colonel , 1859-1924Correspondence sent to and from SBS, including copies of a narrative he wrote outlining his personal “appointment to the command of the 2nd Canadian Division to present date”, referring to Sir George Perley’s appointment of a replacement for his position in England; and letters, often marked ‘confidential’, sent to General John Walter Carson and other individuals discussing his personal situation, the injustice he feels, and his wish to remain in England until the end of the war. Typewritten
Arthur William Patrick Albert, Duke of Connaught, Prince, 1850-1942Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O. , Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England; includes confidential letters written to and from General J.E.B. Seely, Doctor Howard (Lord Strathcona's son-in-lawm married to Margaret) and others, regarding the command and service of Lord Strathcona’s Horse regiment; a letter (with attached copies) sent from SBS to Sir Robert Borden, regarding the Royal North West Mounted Police; and other general matters. Handwritten; typewritten
Borden, Robert Laird, SirCorrespondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O. , Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England; includes a copy of a letter from SBS to Hugh Macdonald with copies of correspondence and narratives related to SBS’s treatment by the Canadian Military; a letter received from John P. French, sent from France; a letter (with copy) sent from SBS to Colonel Rogers; a letter from SBS to Sir George Perley and a letter received from [L. Kippell] commenting on SBS’s recent visit to the French battlefields. Handwritten; typewritten
Rogers, Robert, Hon., 1864-1935Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence, largely confidential, continues to revolve around SBS’s protest about his proposed retirement, and his desire to continue his military involvement by being appointed Inspector-General of the Canadian Over-Seas Troops. Included are letters (and copies) sent to and from: Canadian Members of Parliament; Sir Clifford Sifton; Sir James A. Lougheed; Sir Daniel H. McMillan; Sir Robert Borden; Colonel Rogers; General S.C. Mewburn; and many others detailing Steele’s position and concerns, and responses back. Typewritten
Allan, George William, 1860-1940Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel at Valcartier Camp, established as part of the mobilization of the Canadian Expeditionary Force at the onset of the First World War; includes outgoing correspondence copies related to SBS’s wish to organize and command a Canadian Contingent, and his recommendations for who might be named as regiment officers/commanders. Typewritten
McMillan, Daniel HunterCorrespondence sent to and from SBS while at the Fort Osborne Barracks, Winnipeg, and in Montreal; includes correspondence to and from the Honourable Robert Rogers, Minister of Public Works, re: recommendations for commanding the Canadian Contingent; and correspondence with Major Ketchen; Sam Hughes; and others. Handwritten; typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; many confidential letters to and from Robert Rogers and others, and includes recommendations for filling Canadian Military positions, reports and information about camps, and general information, etc. Handwritten; typewritten
Rogers, Robert, Hon., 1864-1935Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes correspondence regarding SBS’s proposed visit to Bramshott; a letter from E.F. Mackie; and a congratulatory note sent to Col. Hilliam regarding his battalion’s volunteering for additional trench work. Handwritten; typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralCorrespondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes correspondence between SBS and General John Wallace Carson with the suggestion that SBS be appointed to the position of Inspector-General of all Canadian Overseas troops; Shorncliffe Command matters; and letters from Baden-Powell and others regarding general military matters. Handwritten; typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes confidential letters sent between SBS, Sam Hughes, Colonel R. Rogers, and others concerning the command of the Canadian forces in England; other matters discussed in the file are letters of introduction, including one from [E. Alderson]and thank you letters. Handwritten; typewritten
Borden, Robert Laird, SirDocuments separated by Harwood Steele, and marked “for use only if necessary”. Papers in this file are ones H.S. felt were sensitive, and separated accordingly. Includes correspondence largely sent from SBS to Sir George Perley, Canadian Overseas Minister of Defence. These letters revolve around issues concerning Canadian military command, and include added notations my H.S. Typewritten
Perley, George Halsey, SirCorrespondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O. , Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England, and includes letters to SBS from Sir James A. Lougheed; Colonel Robert Rogers; Colonel A. Hinde; Sir George Perley and others primarily dealing with the change of command of the Canadian Forces in the British Isles; also includes a general letter describing how Christmas Day was spent by patients in the Dover and Shorncliffe area. Typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence, largely confidential, revolves around SBS’s understanding that he is to be ‘superannuated’ and his personal letter campaign to protest this decision. He provides an outline of his service in connection with pension on retirement, and a cautionary note has been added to this record by Harwood Steele [ca. 1973]. Includes telegrams, copies of letters, and copies of the service record. Includes also a letter from a representative of the Manitoba Club in Winnipeg discussing the necessity of electing a Union Government in Canada. Typewritten
Borden, Robert Laird, SirCorrespondence sent to and from SBS as he prepares to leave his position as G.O.C. The Troops, Shorncliffe, England; includes correspondence with Colonel C.A. Smart; approval received for a three month leave of absence, with pay, to enable SBS and family to remain in England; and two letters of thanks and farewell sent from men who served under SBS at Shorncliffe. Handwritten; typewritten
Kemp, A.E. (Albert Edward), 1858-1929Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence with Sam Hughes and others, and includes recommendations and decisions made for filling Canadian Military positions and appointments. One letter concerns a decision handed down regarding Mr. Joseph Watson Taylor’s claim to a land grant based on his services in South Africa. A letter from Sam Hughes questions Steele about various allegations he has heard about Ketchen. Typewritten
Arthur William Patrick Albert, Duke of Connaught, Prince, 1850-1942Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes correspondence regarding the king’s visit, SBS’s reply to General Carson’s August letter, re: working out the chain of command; regrets for Steele not being selected to lead the troupes to France; and other general matters. Handwritten; typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralCorrespondence separated by Harwood Steele, and marked “for use only if necessary”. Letters in this file are ones H.S. felt were sensitive, and separated accordingly. Includes correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; these letters revolve around issues concerning the command of the Lord Strathcona Regiment. Typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralLetter sent from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; to Minister Sam Hughes; includes copies of orders and memoranda regarding matters relative to Steele’s Shorncliffe command. Typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921