Major Arthur P. Chattell DSO MiD

Arthur Paul Chattell joined the 49th Battalion (E.R.) in August 1916. The following month he was wounded at Courcelette. Chattell later returned to France and was appointed the Adjutant of the battalion and was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for his gallant and consistent efforts. In September 1918, Chattell took over temporary command of the 49th Battalion (E.R.) and led the unit through the Battle of Cambrai. Chattell survived the war and became a life member of the 49th Battalion (E.R.) Association before passing away in 1942.