Comrade Tom Arthurs

Comrade Tom joined the R.C.N. in 1951 and completed his basic training in Cornwallis, N.S.  After recruit training he was off to Naden, B.C.for basic engineering training. On completion he went back to Stadacona and awaited draft.  Comrade Tom served on many ships in various parts of the world.  He was also involved in training the Reserves on the Great Lakes.  Some of the shipss he served on were the  Wallaceburg, Huron, Quebec, Whitethroat, Algonquin, Cape Scott,  Nipigon and the 6^th Submarine Squadron.   In addition, he instructed at the Engineering Fleet School  on various systems such as  mechanical drawing and the helicopter haul down system (bear trap).   Comrade Arthurs retired from the ships planned maintenance office in the dockyard in 1975.He has served on several committees at Branch 98 and is a Life Member. Branch 98 Kingston Legion is proud to present Comrade Arthurs as
“VETERAN OF THE MONTH”
July/2010