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The rank of nurses during the First World War
Did you know that Canadian nurses were the only women to hold an officer’s rank during the First World War? In fact, the nurses’ rank stems from a long-standing administrative practice dating back to…
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Foreign forces in Italy
The Allied armies mobilized during the Italian campaign (1943-45) were as diverse as they were numerous. Fighting alongside the American, British and Canadian armies were, indeed, units from four different continents. From colonial armies…
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The Whisky War
Did you know that Canada shares a border with… Denmark? European colonization of the Arctic has been going on for hundreds of years, most notably with the exploration of Greenland. However, it’s only recently…
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Clarence David Lapierre – Paratrooper, 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion
Clarence David Lapierre was one of the first soldiers to land in France during the Second World War as a paratrooper with the 1st Canadian Battalion. However, many people are still unaware of the…
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The Carty brothers – Artisans of a tradition
Following in their father’s footsteps, the Carty brothers all enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Overcoming the obstacles of the time, the five young men all distinguished themselves…
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The No. 2 Construction Battalion
Did you know that there was a battalion of black soldiers in the Canadian Army during the First World War? Long ignored, the members of the 2nd Construction Battalion contributed enormously to the war…
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The Normandy Landings: Myths, facts, and legacies of a complex liberation
How could GIs be persuaded to land on the beaches of Normandy and brave enemy fire? While patriotism and solidarity against Nazi crimes were powerful motivations, the U.S. military in 1944 also used a…
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Holiday Reading (2024)
The year 2024 is drawing to a close, and it’s an understatement to say that the Company Canada team is very happy with its results! With the release of Honouring Bravery, our Ontario chapter,…
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The Maison des Canadiens
Do you know the Maison des Canadiens? In addition to its exceptional appearance, it was also the first point reached by Canadian troops landing in Normandy on June 6, 1944.
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The date of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
Planning the Vimy Ridge offensive took several months for the Allied nations. For Canada, such an operation involved an incalculable number of troops and particularly meticulous preparation. However, did you know that the date…
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The Pig War
Did you know that Canada and the United States once went to war over a pig? The Pig War of 1859 is one of the most bizarre wars in Canadian history!
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The 2nd Cavalry Regiment (United States)
Did you know that the 2nd United States Cavalry Regiment had a coat of arms and a motto in French? Discover the story behind the origins of their symbol.
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Kilroy was here
Did you know that World War II soldiers also shared memes? Discover the story behind Kilroy was here: the most shared meme from one continent to another.
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The Canadian’s armoured divisions in Italy
The Italian campaign was one of the biggest Canadian campaigns of the Second World War and, for the armoured regiments, it was the first opportunity to put years of training in Britain to the…
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The Courtney Brothers: A Case-Study on Enlistment of Black Soldiers in the First World War
Enlistment in the First World War did not come easy for most Black Canadian soldiers. Acceptance into the military was the responsibility of local recruitment officers, who had the power to deny individuals for…
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Congo – Canada as a Member of the United Nations
In 1960, the Congo gained its independence, but ethnic and political tensions remained high, prompting the United Nations to intervene. Canada answered the call, deploying troops to stabilize the situation and assist civilians in…
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Holiday Reading (2023)
The end of the year means a new vacation! And a new vacation also means a new list of our recommendations for passing the time over the vacations! It’s been a big year for…
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Gérard Pelletier (1919-1943): tracing his story
In November 2022, Catherine Dion-Gagnon and her mother Louise travelled to Italy to visit the resting place of their uncle Gérard Pelletier. Enlisted in the Canadian forces at the start of the Second World…
