161st (Huron) Battalion, CEF


The 161st Battalion, CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Based in London, Ontario, the unit began recruiting in late 1915 in Huron County. After sailing to England in November 1916, the battalion was absorbed into the 4th Reserve Battalion on February 15, 1918.
The 161st Battalion, CEF had two Officer Commanding: Lieut-Col. H. B. Combe and Lieut-Col. R. Murdie, DSO.