The 216th (Bantams) Battalion, CEF was a unit in the

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during the First World War. Based in

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, the unit began recruiting in early 1916 throughout Military District 2. After sailing to England in April 1917, the battalion was absorbed into the

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on April 29, 1917. The 216th (Bantams) Battalion, CEF had one Officer Commanding: Lieut-Col. F. L. Burton. The 216th Battalion is perpetuated by

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References

*Meek, John F. ''Over the Top! The Canadian Infantry in the First World War.'' Orangeville, Ont.: The Author, 1971. {{DEFAULTSORT:216th Battalion (Bantams), Cef Battalions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force Military units and formations of Ontario Governor General's Horse Guards