190th Battalion (Winnipeg Rifles), CEF
The 190th Battalion, CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the unit began recruiting during the winter of 1915/16 in that city and surrounding district. After sailing to England in May 1917, the battalion was absorbed into the 18th Reserve Battalion on May 14, 1917. The 190th Battalion, CEF had one Officer Commanding: Lieut-Col. G. K. Watson.
This battalion is perpetuated by the Royal Winnipeg Rifles.
