Canadian WWI Soldier Identified After Century-Long Mystery

A previously unknown grave of a Canadian soldier from World War I has been identified in France. Captain William Webster Wilson, who immigrated to Canada from Scotland in 1911, fought with the 16th Battalion at the Battle of the Somme. He was reported missing at the age of 25. "An official headstone rededication ceremony will take place," reports CTV News. This discovery highlights the ongoing efforts to identify and honor fallen soldiers, bringing closure to families and preserving historical memory. The story of Captain Wilson's life and service adds a human element to the broader context of the First World War and Canada's involvement.