Talbot Mercer Papineau

Canadian lawyer and soldier

Talbot Mercer Papineau - Canadian lawyer and soldier
Born

1883
142 years ago

Died

October 30th, 1917
107 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Canada

Links & References

Participated in World War I as a soldier. Served as a captain in the 14th Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force. Recognized for bravery during the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Worked as a lawyer before enlistment, focusing on civil liberties. Engaged in efforts for social justice.

Fought at the Battle of Vimy Ridge

Served as a captain in the 14th Battalion

Worked as a civil liberties lawyer

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