Lieutenant-Colonel J.H. Christie
Toronto Scottish Regiment

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid in the enemy’s trenches. He handled the covering party with marked ability, and was largely responsible for the success of the raid. Later, he assisted in bringing in a wounded man under very heavy fire.

(M.C. citation, 1917)

Born in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on 23 June 1892, John Herbert Christie worked for a Toronto investment firm and served in the First World War. He had reverted from lieutenant to sergeant to go overseas, earned another commission with the 73rd Battalion (The Black Watch), and received the Military Cross for heroism at Vimy Ridge.

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