Henry Norwest
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Other names: Ducky
Job / Known for: Military Sniper
Left traces: Military Medals
Born
Date: 1881
Location: CA Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Died
Date: 1918-08-18 (aged 37)
Resting place: FR Fouquescourt, Somme
Death Cause: Killed in action
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Parent(s): Louis Northwest or Watson, Geneviève Boucher
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Henry Louis Norwest, known as Ducky, was a renowned Métis sniper of Cree and French descent, born around 1881 in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. Before enlisting, he worked as a ranch hand and rodeo performer. He served in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during World War I and became one of the most effective snipers, with a confirmed kill record of 115. Norwest was awarded the Military Medal and Bar for his exceptional skills and bravery. He was killed by an enemy sniper on August 18, 1918, near Fouquescourt, Somme, France. His legacy is remembered for his extraordinary marksmanship and contribution to the war effort.
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