Lifesavers and Body Snatchers: Medical Care and the Struggle for Survival in the Great War
Branch friend and noted Canadian historian, Tim Cook, will be the speaker at our 27 November meeting at the R.S.
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Chaplain’s body washed up on the shore of Ushant island
The following is an excerpt from a letter from Peter Gower to The Maple Leaf about six people from Kingston
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Finding Human Remains is Part of Battlefield Archaeology
Historian, film consultant and builder of trenches, Andy Robertshaw visited our branch for the first in-person meeting since Covid and
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Andy Robertshaw Returning to COBWFA for a double presentation
Legendary First World War expert Andy Robertshaw will be joining us on 6 November for two presentations about his latest
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Juno Beach Centre Saved
The Juno Beach Centre has reached a settlement with the French developer of a proposed condominium project adjacent to the
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The heroic event that earned Alan McLeod a VC
Historian Roger Gunn spoke to branch members in an online presentation on May 28.
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The Hardest Battle: Arras 1918
From our April 30 Zoom meeting. William F. Stewart, Phd, describes the Canadian actions at the Second Battle of
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Vimy – before the Somme 1916
Lets take a moment on 9 April to remember the day that still resonates in history A recent article from
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Ukrainian Canadian Victoria Cross Winner Filip Konowal
Filip Konowal As stated in the following London Gazette citation, Filip Konowal is a recipient of the Victoria Cross. This
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