Byng was an unassuming man and was well liked. A talented field commander, Byng had a casual attitude about things like uniforms and salutes, but he was meticulous about planning, training and discipline. His men called themselves "the Byng Boys" after a music hall review "The Bing Boys are Here," which was playing in London in 1916. Byng later became Governor General of Canada.
Lieutenant-General Sir Julian Byng
Sir Julian Byng, Commander of the Canadian Corps at the Battle of Vimy Ridge
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A British professional soldier, Sir Julian Byng was Commander of the Canadian Corps at the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
Lieutenant-General Sir Julian Byng, Commander of the Canadian Corps at Vimy Ridge
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