OTTAWA—The remains of a Canadian soldier who was only 18 when he was killed in the First World War have been identified in France, more than 100 years after his death. In a statement, National Defence says Newburn was born in England but moved with his family to B.C. He was assigned to the 7th Canadian Infantry Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force just three days before the battle. More than 9,000 Canadian soldiers died in the Battle of Hill 70. Let us never forget the courage of our Canadian battalions during the Battle of Hill 70, and forever honour their service,” Sajan says in the statement.

Source: thestar May 27, 2019 20:15 UTC