Canadian Soldier From WWI Identified as Saskatchewan Farmer

Human remains found in France have been identified as a Canadian soldier from World War I. The remains were discovered in Vendin-le-Vieil in 2012 and are said to be those of Lieutenant Francis Henry Hemsley from Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Canada’s National Defence Department and the Canadian Armed Forces made the announcement in a news release on March 14. They say Hemsley’s identity was confirmed with historical, genealogical, anthropological, archaeological, and DNA analysis. “We remember and honour the courage of those who have served our nation in wartime, and the sacrifice of the families they left behind,” said National Defence Minister Bill Blair. “The passage of time does not diminish the price they paid. To the family of Lieutenant Hemsley, know that Canada honours him and is grateful for his service.”...