James Henry Lovett MC

Rank:

Major

Unit at enlistment:

13th Battalion

Force:

C.E.F.

Volunteered or conscripted:

Volunteered

Survived the war:

Yes

Awards or decorations:

Military Cross

Commemorated at:

Paris District High School Honour Roll

Birth country:

Canada

Birth county:

Waterloo

Birth city:

Ayr, Ontario

Next of kin address:

Ayr, Ontario

Trade or calling:

Bank clerk

Religious denominations:

Presbyterian

Marital status:

Single

Age at enlistment:

Gallantry medals:

Yes

Letters and documents

Awards and decorations

London Gazette: 29824
Date: October 12, 1916
Honour or Award: Military Cross
Authority: R.O. 2444. Currie, October 12, 1916
Name: Lovett, James Henry (Captain)
Unit: 13th Battalion

Details: For conspicuous gallantry in action. He led his company to the support of another unit and reorganized the line, displaying great courage and determination throughout. Later, he bombed a party of the enemy out of their trench and consolidated a new line at this point. He set a fine example to his men.

BX November 7, 1916

Military Cross for Major James Henry Lovett, Paris Officer – Rose From a Private in the 79th Canadians And Now is Decorated

PARIS, Oct. 7. Dr. Lovett received word yesterday that his brother, Major James Henry Lovett, had been awarded the Military Cross for bravery on the field. Major James Lovett enlisted as a private in the 79th Canadian Highlanders at Winnipeg, and has gradually risen in the ranks since. At present he is attached to the 13th Canadian Highlanders. Major Lovett is well-known in Paris, having attended the high school here for some time, and also played on the hockey team for a couple of seasons. His many friends will extend hearty congratulations.