Edward Lyman Abbott
Captain Edward Lyman Abbott MC (May 1, 1891 – August 14, 1918) was a Canadian multisport athlete and soldier. Abbott was considered a fine sportsman in Regina, Saskatchewan, and won national championships in ice hockey, and rugby football. He is the namesake of the Abbott Cup, and is honoured in the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame. Abbott was a decorated officer in the Canadian Expeditionary Force, and died in action during World War I in France.
Captain Edward Lyman Abbott MC | |
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Captain Edward Lyman Abbott (circa 1915 to 1918) | |
| Born | May 1, 1891 Lovering, Ontario, Canada |
| Died | August 14, 1918 (aged 27) Southeast of Amiens, France |
| Burial place | New British Cemetery Roye, France |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Years active | 1915–1918 |
| Known for | Battle of Amiens, Abbott Cup |
| Awards | Military Cross First Bar |
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