William Alexander (Canadian soldier), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Canadian soldier, born 1880
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Place of Birth: London
About William Alexander (Canadian soldier)
- William "Bill" Alexander (18 September 1880 – 18 October 1917) was a Canadian soldier who served with the 10th Battalion, CEF in France during the First World War.
- His execution by firing squad following a charge of desertion sparked controversy in Canada.
- He was one of 25 Canadian soldiers executed during the course of the First World War.
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