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Major Povah’s Service Record and Musical Family Mention
Major Frank S Povah born in England and Cambridge graduate served in the 18th Hussars then on Lord Kitchener’s staff. Enlisted in Canada 1915 rising to major, wounded at Somme, invalided home, later held government posts. Also noted are the Keller musical family, Misses Keller and Lou Alice Keller performing compositions and acclaimed as concert artists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank S. Povah
England
Cambridge University
South Africa
18Th Hussars
Lord Mitchener
Canada
Canadian Expeditionary Force
W65th
Somme
Povah
Europe
Milsses Keller
Campeigat
Lou Alice Keller
United States
War Savings
Illinois
Treasury Department