Adegem Canadian War Cemetery is located midway between Brugge (17 km) and Gent (26 km) on the N9 which connects the two towns. From Brugge, Adegem is approached via Sijsele and Maldegem. On reaching Adegem the cemetery is located on the Prins Boudewijnlaan, on the right hand side of the N9.
Travelling from Antwerp, follow the E34 towards Eeklo and take the exit B404. At the large crossing (with traffic lights) take the right. On reaching Adegem the cemetery is located on the Prins Boudewijnlaan, on the left hand side of the N9.
Wheelchair access to the cemetery is possible, but may be by an alternative entrance. For further information regarding wheelchair access, please contact our Enquiries Section on telephone number 01628 507200.
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Commonwealth War Graves Commission investigated the headstone order of Plot 3, Row 8, Graves 8 and 9. It does appear that the headstones for Trueman and Cromwell are the wrong way round on the ground.
Mr. Skelly (CWGC) has therefore forwarded this information onto their team in Belgium who will arrange for the necessary changes to be made at some point in the near future.
Lance Corporal Frederick Merlin Theriault (age 25) G/22619 (North Shore Regiment) was born in Chatham Head, New Brunswick, Canada. He disembarked in France on D-Day.
Researching his service records shows that he was a full Lance Corporal at the time of his death on October 17, 1944 (Acting Lance Corporal from 15/3/44 promoted in the field to Lance Corporal 15/6/44).
Even though there is then mention of him reverting to Private, this has all been crossed through meaning the Lance Corporal rank still holds.
Rifleman Fernand Boivin (age 25) E/110029 (Royal Winnipeg Rifles) was born in Cap Chat, Gaspe County, Quebec, Canada. He disembarked in France on September 8, 1944.
Researching his service records shows that he was killed in action on October 10, 1944 instead of October 13,1944.
Corporal John Alexander McNeil (age 37) G/22663 (North Shore Regiment) was born in St. Margaret Village, Victoria County, Nova Scotia, Canada. He disembarked in France on D-DAY June 6, 1944.
Researching his service records shows that his service number suppose to be F/97412 instead of E/97412.
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