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Bicycles and the Normandy landings
While almost everyone knows how to ride a bicycle, not everyone knows that these machines were also deployed during the infamous Normandy landings. In this short article, Julien Lehoux describes the Canadian Army’s wartime…
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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 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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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 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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Léo Major – A Quebec Military Hero
Léo Major is probably Quebec’s most famous soldier thanks to his impressive exploits during the Second World War. But do you know his whole story? This short article tells you all about the life…
