Prior to joining the Essex Scottish Regiment in Europe, Howard spent time in Britain during the regiment’s buildup in 1944, following the Dieppe raid. He then joined them in Germany and later took part in Holland’s campaign, during its liberation. At the war’s end, he returned to Canada via Britain. Howard reenlisted with the 2nd […]
Gordon Verner faithfully served his country from 1961 until 1993, initially serving in the Navy and completing his service with the Air Force. Captain Verner flew as a navigator on the Sea Kings in the 406 Squadron in Shearwater, NS. Dad’s postings also included time in Comox, Winnipeg and Ottawa. Unfortunately, Dad passed away from […]
As a former CAF member from 1989-2018, I’m honoured to introduce you to mother in-law’s father, Tpr. Harold Slingsby. Tpr. Slingsby served as a Tank driver from 1941-45 with the 1st Hussars, B. Sqn in NW Europe, D-Day. I never had the pleasure to have met Harold but have heard many stories from my wife […]
MWO St-Pierre, Mom, Mamie or Mémé was the embodiment of a proud soldier and an independent, strong woman. Having devoted her life to serving her country, she was a member of the RCAF Reg F for 20 years and in the Army PRes for an additional 20. She deployed to Afghanistan at the ripe old […]
Thomas C. Raeside was my Grandad. Mr. Raeside served in the CAF for the following units:1st Hussars 1941-45 (was in the D-Day invasion)Royal Canadian Dragoons 1949-57Fort Garry Horse 1957-72 (Retied as Warrant Officer, Class 2) Corporal Raeside was badly wounded on August 14th in the Battle of the Falaise Gap. He spent 8 months in […]
I would like to honour my paternal grandfather, Robert Walker (11/28/1916 – 03/15/2000), who served in the Second World War with the Saskatoon Light Infantry. I know it will bring my family such joy to see him honoured as I do my first Army Run challenge. Thank you!
Warrant Officer Eric L. Hutt served in the Canadian Army for over 30 years. He dedicated is life to protecting and serving fellow Canadians. In his community, he was always called upon to play the Last Post for the fallen soldiers. “The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, […]
Royal Canadian Corps of Signals Service dates: 1953 – 1981 UN Tours: Egypt 1957, Congo 1961
I will be participating in my first half marathon at the Army Run in Ottawa, Ontario. I selected the Army Run in honour of my late grandfather, James “Scottie” Millar, who served as a Lieutenant Colonel in The Royal Canadian Air Force for over 30 years. My grandfather and I both had a love for […]
