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Making a mark in memory of Hong Kong veterans
A/SLt Taylor Rhuland — As Remembrance Day approaches, Canadians prepare to honour those who served, including the often-overlooked heroes of the Second World War Battle of Hong Kong. The journey of ‘C’ Force began Oct. 27, 1941, when troops boarded the AWATEA and the PRINCE ROBERT, traveling through Canada to Hong Kong with brief stops […]
Marquer la mémoire des anciens combattants de Hong Kong
Ens 2 Taylor Rhuland — À l’approche du jour du Souvenir, les Canadiens se préparent à rendre hommage à ceux qui ont servi, y compris les héros souvent oubliés de la bataille de Hong Kong pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Le voyage de la Force C a commencé le 27 octobre 1941, lorsque les troupes […]
A Hero Gets His Wings
Paul Dagonese, Lookout Writer — As the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) marks its Centennial year, two exceptional Canadians were celebrated for their significant contributions to Canada’s military history. In a ceremony on Oct. 18 at 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron in North Saanich, Jay Hammond and Maureen Thom were recognized for their dedication over the past […]
