Harry Wickwire Foster
Canadian general (1902-1964) · Canada · On the map · Died at 62
Major General Harry Wickwire Foster, was a senior Canadian Army officer who commanded two Canadian divisions during World War II. He served in both the Pacific and European theatres.
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Field Marshal Sir Bernard Montgomery poses for a group photograph with members of his staff, along with his corps and division commanders, at Walbeck, Germany, 22 March 1945. Pictured standing in the third row, fifth from the right, is Major General Harry Foster.
Senior commanders of the First Canadian Army, May 1945. Seated from the left: Stanisław Maczek (Polish Army), Guy Simonds, Harry Crerar, Charles Foulkes, Bert Hoffmeister. Standing from the left: Ralph Keefler, Bruce Matthews, Harry Foster, Robert Moncel (standing in for Chris Vokes), Stuart Rawlins (British Army).
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About this person
Country
Canada
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1902 to 1964 · aged 62