Identity area
Reference code
PR-274
Title
WWI Collection
Date(s)
- [1914-1919] (Creation)
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
3 artifacts.
0.5 cm of textual records.
1 certificate.
Context area
Name of creator
Biographical history
Saanich Archives was established in 1978 through the efforts of Deputy Municipal Clerk Jo-Anne Morrison.
Repository
Archival history
This is an artificial collection consisting of single objects relating to the First World War. Items were donated to Saanich Archives as a result of the Saanich Remembers WW1 Project.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Donated in multiple accessions in 2016-2018.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Collection consists of objects relating to the First World War and to Saanich residents who served. Collection includes medals, CEF pay book, death certificate, a letter, and a commemorative teacup and saucer.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
Further accruals expected.
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
No restrictions.
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
Generated finding aid
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Notes area
Note
Accession Numbers: 2016-011, 2016-028, 2017-001, 2017-003, 2017-015, 2018-013.