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              2008.1.3.3.1.2.24 · File · 08 Feb. - 12 Jun. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – Reinforcements - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence revolves around Canadian Battalions and the subject of reinforcements for these troops from Canada. Correspondents include Steele and General J.W. Carson; also includes Conference record minutes related specifically to reinforcements. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.25 · File · 15 Jun. 1916 - 30 Jun. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – Reinforcements - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence revolves around Canadian Battalions and the subject of reinforcements for these troops from Canada. Correspondents include Steele, General J.W. Carson, General Sam Hughes; also includes correspondence with Lady Strathcona [Lord Strathcona's daughter], re: her financing of Canadian reinforcements. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.32 · File · Dec. 1917 - 02 Jan. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Knighthood Congratulatory Notes and Correspondence Correspondence sent in response to Steele’s knighthood conferred upon him in the King’s honours list for 1918: “Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished order of Saint Michael and Saint George”. Includes a copy of the order notification; and many letters and telegrams congratulating him on this honour. Typewritten; handwritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.33 · File · 03 - 05 Jan. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Knighthood Congratulatory Notes and Correspondence Correspondence sent in response to Steele’s knighthood conferred upon him in the King’s honours list for 1918: “Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished order of Saint Michael and Saint George”. Includes many letters and copies of Steele’s response to correspondence received. Typewritten; handwritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.34 · File · 07 Jan. - 13 Feb. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Knighthood Congratulatory Notes and Correspondence Correspondence sent in response to Steele’s knighthood conferred upon him in the King’s honours list for 1918: “Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished order of Saint Michael and Saint George”. Includes many letters and copies of Steele’s response to correspondence received. Typewritten; handwritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.2.267 · File · Aug 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from family and friends: Reverend Canon Ronald Hilton, T. Bland Strange, Bethune Lindsay, and others; as well as a tenancy agreement and proof of Steele’s entry for a “Who’s Who” volume. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.2.269 · File · Oct 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; including a letter from Steele’s brother Godfrey, and other friends and acquaintances, including Bethune Lindsay. Handwritten.

              Steele, Godfrey MacNeil
              2008.1.1.1.2.270 · File · Nov 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes a letter from John McDougall reminiscing about the Cypress Hills situation; from J.A. Rattray; from A.C. Macdonell writing from ‘the field’, and from other colleagues and friends. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Macdonell , A. Cameron , Sir
              2008.1.1.1.2.272 · File · Jan 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from brother Jim; John McDougall, Mrs. D.W. Davis and others, many thanking Steele for the received copy of his book. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              McDougall, John Alexander, 1854-1928
              2008.1.1.1.2.290 · File · Aug. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes a letter with attached photograph from Lieutenant Eric Smith; and letters from many other friends and colleagues. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              McMillan, Daniel Hunter
              2008.1.1.1.2.296 · File · Jan. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes many letters from family and friends offering Steele congratulations on his recent knighthood; includes a letter from Prime Minister R.L. Borden; also letters revolving around SBS’s campaign to oppose his forced retirement, and request to remain active in the Canadian Military War campaign. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Borden, Robert Laird, Sir
              2008.1.1.1.3.7.38 · Item · 02 Jul. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter with envelope from Flora in Winnipeg to her father at Shorncliffe Camp in Kent, England. Flora talks about her and Gerrtrude's social activites in Winnipeg; describes being at Camp Sewell for Dominion Day, and talking to former NWMP officers from Macleod: Quartermaster Patterson, and George Casey, and assures her father that she and Gertrude are not worrying their mother. 9 pp.

              Steele, Flora
              2008.1.1.1.3.7.39 · Item · 25 Jul. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Flora in Lang, Saskatchewan to her father at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England. She and Gertrude are on a visit to Saskatchewan and much of the letter is spent discussing where they will go and who they will visit while travelling about Saskatchewan. 4pp.

              Steele, Flora
              2008.1.1.1.3.7.41 · Item · 10 Aug. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter with envelope from Flora in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to her father at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England. Flora continues to discuss her and Gertrude's travels in Saskatchewan, and comments on the various people they visit or spend time with, and the heat spell they are enduring. 8 pp.

              Steele, Flora
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.45 · Item · 19 Sep. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Harwood Steele in France to SBS in England. Harwood comments on Sam's visit with Rev. R. Stewart Patterson, discusses staff courses, and talks about conscription in Canada, etc. 3 sheets and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.41 · Item · 26 Jan. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter form Harwood Steele in France to SBS at Shorncliffe, England. In the letter, Harwood discusses his improved health; General [Ketchen's] recent promotion; the attacks on Sir Douglas Haig; etc. 2 sheets and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              Ketchen to SBS: 10 Aug 1915
              2008.1.1.1.3.8.5 · Item · 10 Aug. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from H.D.B. Ketchen at Otterpool Camp (Kent, England) to SBS at Shorncliffe. Ketchen is writing to recommend SBS arrange a billet for Colonel Corelli.

              Ketchen, H.D.B.
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.128 · File · Dec. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence 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, 1850-1942
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.8 · File · Dec. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence and memoranda revolve around details of troop training; included are two copies of a published extract from “Notes on the Minor Tactics of Trench Warfare”. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.9 · File · Jan. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence and memoranda revolve around details of troop training including musketry courses, and officer training. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.11 · File · Mar. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence and memoranda revolve around details of troop training and course planning; includes three copies of a published report regarding the inspecting of Training Depots and Schools of Instruction. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.16 · File · Jul. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence and memoranda revolve around details of troop training and course planning. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.17 · File · Aug. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence and memoranda revolve around details of troop training and course planning. Typewritten

              Byng, Julian H.G., 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, 1862-1935
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.20 · File · Nov. 1916, 1969
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence Part of a document entitled “System of Training of Canadian Troops in England” issued by SBS, probably for a conference with General Carson; includes an explanatory note from Harwood Steele, 1969. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.22 · File · Jan. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Training Division – General - Correspondence “Memorandum in Regard to the Re-Organization of Training Brigades and Reserve Battalions, Canadian Training Division, Shorncliffe; Showing Brigadiers and Officers Commanding Who Have Served in France, Those Who Have Had Instructional Tours in France and Those Who Have Had No Service in France”. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.42 · File · Nov. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Reorganization/Conferences Documents titled: “Memorandum of Matters for Discussion with Sir George Perley” (2 copies); Recommendations in Regard to the Re-Organization of the Canadian Expeditionary Force...” and one letter to SBS from J. Byng, re: Sir George Perley. Handwritten; typewritten

              Byng, Julian H.G., 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, 1862-1935
              Win the War Convention
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.49 · File · Aug. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Win the War Convention Correspondence inviting General Steele to support the Win the War conventions planned for Canada, and his acceptance of this request, and campaign to promote the conventions.

              Borden, Robert Laird, Sir
              2008.1.3.3.3.9 · File · Sep. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Inspection Reports Inspection report instructions for inspection to be conducted September 2nd by His Majesty the King; includes an attached proposed programme of Inspection of Canadian Troops, in the Shorncliffe Command, as prepared by SBS. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.3.19 · File · 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Discipline Reports Investigative reports and related correspondence regarding discipline investigations for Shorncliffe troops; many of the investigations revolve around reports of excessive drinking; includes a transcript of a meeting regarding ‘matters connected with the Department of Supplies and Transport, Shorncliffe'. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              Ross Rifle Report
              2008.1.3.3.3.29 · File · April 1916; [1974]
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Ross Rifle Report Copies of Ross Rifle reports sent to SBS and forwarded to General Carson and Sam Hughes. Includes an explanatory note written by Harwood Steele [ca. 1974]. Typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.4.9 · File · 1912, 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Standing Orders for the Shorncliffe Garrison 1912. Reprinted with Amendments, 1915. GOC written on cover and inside booklet is a calling card for Major-General H.de.Brett and written on card is “with many thanks & compls”.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              Special Garrison Order
              2008.1.3.3.4.16 · File · 28 Feb. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Special Garrison Order by Major-General S.B. Steele A Farewell before vacating the Command on the 1st of March 1918 (several copies)

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.7.87 · Item · 1913
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Warwick, F.J. and M.B. Cantar. “First Aid” to the Injured and Sick: An Advanced Ambulance Handbook. 8th ed. Edited by A.C. Tunstall. Bristol: John Wright & Sons Ltd., 1913. (signed by S.B.S on title page)

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.1.412 · Item · 03 Aug. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten 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), 1859-1951
              2008.1.1.1.2.266 · File · Jul 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes three letters Sam wrote to his brother-in-law discussing his changing role within the First World War command; incoming letters of introduction and reference, and a letter from Louis J. Lipsett, recently appointed Commander of the 3rd Canadian Division, thanking Steele for his letter of congratulations. There is also a letter with two photographs sent to Sam from Major C.B. Strutt. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Harwood, C.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.268 · File · Sep 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes a letter from Steele requesting information on a person he has been asked to recommend; a letter from a family friend in Winnipeg; a letter from A.C. Macdonell; and a proposed program of entertainment in support of the Moore Memorial. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Macdonell , A. Cameron , Sir
              2008.1.1.1.2.274 · File · Mar 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from John McDougall, Colonel J.T. Fotheringham, and other family and friends; * letter from [S.A. Alderson](dated 3 Mar 1916) that H.S. marked ‘for use only if necessary.’ Handwritten; Typewritten.

              McDougall, John Alexander, 1854-1928
              2008.1.1.1.2.275 · File · Apr 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; letters from family and colleagues, including two from “Brooke.” Handwritten.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.2.280 · File · Sep. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; Letters from friends, including correspondence related to the death of Elmes Henderson while serving with the Hazara Pioneers, and a letter and card acknowledging sympathies received on the death of E.J. Brooks. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.2.284 · File · Jan 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from families of men killed in the war thanking Steele for his letters of sympathy; letters from family members; and letters from friends including [J.T.] Fotheringham and [H.J. Creedy]. Handwritten.

              Jarvis, A.M.
              2008.1.1.1.2.286 · File · Apr. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from former colleagues; letters of thanks for recommendations received; a letter with attached narrative on the 6th Canadian Infantry Brigade written by H.D.B. Ketchen; letter from Vivian T. Bartram discussing, among other things, the upcoming Canadian Federal election and correspondence with other family and friends, including a letter written, 1 April, from SBS to C.A. Harwood (and marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’); and other letters between C.A. Harwood and SBS, and a letter from Hugh J. Macdonald regarding Steele’s treatment by the Canadian Military (includes copies). Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Harwood, C.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.287 · File · May 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters from family and friends: W.D. Bruce, Fred B. Denison, Edward Evans, A.M. Jarvis, Ellen Gill, and others; a letter sent to Captain Bennett Goldney with a message for Steele from Queen Alexandra; *also letters sent from SBS to his cousin James B. Clarke, and to his brother-in-law, C.A. Harwood, re: Steele’s treatment by the ‘Canadian Authorities’, ( letters marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’); several copies of the May 4th letter to A.C. Harwood; a copy of a letter SBS wrote to Colonel Fortescue, Comptroller R NWMP with suggestions about the Police Force and the Canadian Military. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Clarke, J.B.
              2008.1.1.1.2.288 · File · Jun. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters to and from R.J. Gwynne; D.H. McMillan; Robert Johnstone; Hugh Macdonald (both son and grandson of J.A. Macdonald; C.A. Harwood and others; comments on recently imposed conscription in Canada; sympathy acknowledgement; Steele’s recent trip to France, etc.; some French language text; and SBS”s treatment by the Canadian Military. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Gwynne, R.J.
              2008.1.1.1.2.294 · File · Dec. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters from Margaret Ketchen; James Brierley, J.B. Mitchell,[?] Johnston (Calgary Herald); A.M. Jarvis, etc.; two letters from Steele’s brother Jim; and Steele’s correspondence with W. McInnes, re: service record policy (marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’). Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Jarvis, A.M.
              2008.1.1.1.3.7.40 · Item · 01 Aug. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Flora in Lang, Saskatchewan to her father at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England. Flora writes about her and Gertrude's stay with friends in Lang and their visit to Regina to see the Parliament buildings, and an outing to the Exhibition, where they say the RCMP musical ride. 4 pp.

              Steele, Flora
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.33 · Item · 18 Mar. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              A handwritten letter from Harwood Steele in France to SBS at Shorncliffe. The letter, a response to one received from his father, discusses the "Carson" situation, and describes his commanders in France, and his own situation. 3 sheets and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.34 · Item · 28 Mar. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Harwood Steele in France to SBS at Shorncliffe. Harwood discusses a paymaster vacancy for [Neish]; his week in the trenches, and the fact that Major Jarvis was nearly killed when an explosive landed near him. 1 sheet and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.35 · Item · 21 Apr. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Harwood Steele in France to SBS at Shorncliffe, England. Harwood writes about Major Jarvis; the unliklihood of his going to a Brigade; General Ketchen and his 'rough time'; the rumor of a fourth Division; and his upcoming leave, etc. 4 sheets and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood