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Edwin Erwin Phillips – Mechanic for the Royal Canadian Air Force
A sergeant in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II, Edwin Erwin Phillips had a distinguished career and was destined to a promised life before his tragic death in Poland. Edwin Erwin…
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Canadian Nurses in Hong Kong
Two Canadian nurses accompanied the C-Force sent to Hong Kong in 1941: Kathleen Christie and Anna May Waters. When the colony was captured on December 25, 1941, the two nurses were also taken prisoner.…
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Gander – The dog of the “C” Force
More than the mascot of the “C” Force, Gander accompanied the Canadians to Hong Kong and sacrificed himself during the battle.
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The final assault on Stanley Village
From the outset, the Battle of Hong Kong, from December 7 to 25, 1945, was considered a losing battle. However, the Canadian soldiers of C Force distinguished themselves many times over in their attempts…
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Holiday Reading (2021)
The Je me souviens team is back this year with a new series of suggestions for books, films, TV series and documentaries for the holiday season! From the First World War to the conflict…
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The Battle at Wong Nai Chung Gap
The Canadian soldiers of C Force distinguished themselves many times during the Battle of Hong Kong. In this first part of a two-part series, we report on the fighting at Wong Nai Chung Pass.
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John K. Lawson – Commander of the C Force
After an illustrious career in the First World War, John K. Lawson established himself as a competent and respected officer in the service of his country. In 1941, faced with a potential Japanese invasion,…
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The “C” Force
C” Force was the Canadian force assembled to fight in Hong Kong in 1941. This article offers a brief portrait of the regiments that made up this contingent. “C” Force is the name given…
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Jennie Carignan – A Military Woman of Many Accomplishments
A woman of passion and perseverance, Jennie Carignan is a major figure in the Canadian Armed Forces.
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Holiday Reading (2020)
It’s a first for the blog: the JMS team has a few book and TV series recommendations for you to check out over the vacation season! If you’ve got some last-minute shopping to do,…
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Michelle Douglas – Canadian activist
Michelle Douglas joined the Canadian Forces in 1986, but was tragically discharged during the queer purge conducted by the Canadian government at the time. After her dismissal, Michelle Douglas sued the government and became…
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Nance Wright & Madge Trull – Women of the Bombes
Intelligence is the key to victory. During the Second World War, the Allies succeeded in deciphering the notorious Enigma machines used by Nazi Germany. Within the British intelligence services, two Canadian women were directly…
