Ernest William Sansom
Ernest William Sansom, CB DSO (December 18, 1890 – October 18, 1982) was a Canadian lieutenant-general who was the 3rd ranking commander of Canadian troops in Europe in 1944 during World War II.
Ernest William Sansom | |
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Lieutenant-General E.W. Sansom, General Officer Commanding II Canadian Corps, April 12, 1943 | |
| Born | December 18, 1890 Stanley, New Brunswick, Canada |
| Died | October 18, 1982 (aged 91) Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada |
| Years of service | 1906–1945 |
| Rank | Lieutenant-general |
| Commands held | 3rd Canadian Infantry Division 5th Canadian (Armoured) Division II Canadian Corps |
| Awards | Order of the Bath Distinguished Service Order |
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