Alexis Helmer
Alexis Hannum Helmer (29 June 1892 – 2 May 1915) was killed in battle during the Great War while serving with the 2nd Battery, 1st Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery. He is known as being part of the inspiration for "In Flanders Fields" through his friendship with John McCrae.
Alexis Helmer | |
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No. 841 Lieutenant Alexis Helmer, of the RMC Class of 1912 | |
| Birth name | Alexis Hannum Helmer |
| Born | 29 June 1892 Hull, Quebec, Canada |
| Died | 2 May 1915 (aged 22) Ypres, Belgium |
| Buried | commemorated on the Menin Gate |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Service/ | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Years of service | 1912–1915 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | 1st Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery |
| Battles/wars | First World War
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| Relations | BGen. Richard Alexis Helmer (father) |
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