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- 1917-1971 (Creation)
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10 cm textual
1 colour slide
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Name of creator
Biographical history
Claude Crosse was born in London England in 1893. He served with the Royal Flying Corps out of Canada during World War I. After his discharge, Crosse moved to Niagara Falls, Ontario, where he became the first King Scout in Canada. For most of his working life, Crosse was employed with Ontario Hydro. He died on August 15, 1971.
Archival history
Material was discovered by staff at the Christ Church, Elbow Park and transferred to TMMLA.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Christ Church, Elbow Park.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Fonds consists of various materials and documents pertaining to Crosse’s military career, as well as his pre and postwar activities, such as his leadership role in the Boy Scouts and his active participation as a member of the Anglican Church. The majority of the fonds consists of personal and professional correspondence (60%), whereas the rest of the collection predominately consists of newspaper clippings (scrap book), loose notes, and miscellaneous personal documents. The fonds also contains a single colour slide.
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No further accruals expected.
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Conditions governing access
No restrictions on access.
Conditions governing reproduction
Archival materials do not circulate and must be consulted in the TMM Library and Archives Reading Room. Duplication of materials in the collection may be subject to copyright and other restrictions. Please contact TMM Library and Archives staff for guidance on reproduction.
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English
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Fonds processed by Kevin Ko, April 2022