| Cameron | George W | | Captain | CAMERON, GEORGE W, Captain, was born at Thurso, Quebec, Canada, son of John Archibald Cameron. He was educated at Woodstock College, Ontario, and began his military career in the 5th Royal Scots, the Highland Regiment of Montreal, in 1887, which he eventually commanded. He became Captain in 1891, and Major in 1897. He saw active service in the South African War as a Lieutenant in Lord Strathcona's Corps, taking part in the operations in Natal in May and June, 1900, and serving in the Orange River Colony and Transvaal till May 1902. He was promoted to Captain in March 1900, and received the Medal with clasps; was promoted Major in December 1901, and Honorary Major in the Army in September 1901, and was created a Companion of the Distinguished Service Order [London Gazette, 19 April, 1901]: "George W Cameron, Captain, Lord Strathcona's Corps. In recognition of services during the operations in South Africa". The Insignia, Warrant, etc, were sent to the Colonial Office for transmission to Canada 1 November 1901, and presented by Lieutenant Colonel A Roy 27 November 1901. Lieutenant Colonel Cameron, who served on the permanent staff of the Canadian Mounted Artillery, was an enthusiastic rifleman, a keen supporter of cross-country riding, and fond of most outdoor sports. He died 28 August 1907, in Winnipeg. In an obituary notice in the 'Times' of 12 September 1907, his name is given as George H Cameron.
Source: DSO recipients (VC and DSO Book) | Canada contingent |
