Griffiths, Corporal Art

Service Highlights

  • Born September 28, 1922 in Windsor, Ontario.
  • Enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force on February 18, 1941.
  • Served as an airframe mechanic.
  • Rank; Corporal
  • Served in Canada and Gander, Newfoundland during the Second World War.
  • Discharged on September 28, 1945.
  • Member of St. Marys Legion Branch 236.
  • Passed away March 13, 2023 at the age of 100.
  • Commemorated through the St. Marys Legion Veterans Banner Program.

A Life and Service Remembered

Art Griffiths was born in Windsor, Ontario, in 1922 and enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1941 during the height of the Second World War. He trained and served as an airframe mechanic, a role that required skill, precision, and responsibility in maintaining the aircraft that were essential to the Allied war effort.

His service took place in Canada and in Gander, Newfoundland, which was a key staging point for transatlantic flights during the war. From this location, aircraft and crews were prepared for overseas operations, making it an important part of Canada’s contribution to the war.

Griffiths hoped to take on a more direct combat role and twice attempted to re-muster as an air gunner, but was turned down. Despite this, his work as a mechanic remained critical, supporting the aircraft and crews that carried out missions overseas. At this time, his service records are not publicly available, so the exact details of his wartime movements have not yet been confirmed.

After the war, he remained connected to the St. Marys community and the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 236. He lived a long life, passing away in 2023 at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of service both during the war and within his community.

Major Battles and Operations

  • Service with the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War
  • Service in Canada and Gander, Newfoundland, supporting transatlantic air operations
  • Aircraft maintenance and operational support as an airframe mechanic

Learn More

Royal Canadian Legion Military Service Recognition Book Volume I
https://on.legion.ca/remembrance/military-service-recognition-book/msrb/

Obituary
https://hodgesfuneralhome.ca/tribute/details/744/Art-Griffiths/obituary.html