by brucericketts | Jul 2, 2018 | Operations, Uncategorized
The first major battle fought by Canadian troops in the First World War took place from 22 April to 25 May 1915, outside the Belgian city of Ypres (now known by its Flemish name, Ieper). The untested Canadians distinguished themselves as a determined fighting force,...
by brucericketts | Jul 1, 2018 | Operations, Uncategorized
This section will tell the tale of Canadian aviators and other RCAF personnel who played a key role in the Battle of Britain.
by brucericketts | Jul 1, 2018 | Operations, Uncategorized
In this section, we will outline Canadian efforts and operations as Peace-Keepers around the world.
by brucericketts | Jul 1, 2018 | Operations, Uncategorized
The following list is of the battles which involved members of the Canadian Expeditionary Force CEF). In this section we will be, initially, chronicling the CEF in eight major actions including: 2nd Ypres (1915); St. Eloi (1916); Mont Sorrel (1916); Somme (1916); Vimy...
by brucericketts | Jun 30, 2018 | Operations, Uncategorized
1914 28 June Archduke Franz Ferdinand assassinated in Sarajevo 5 July Kaiser William II promised German support for Austria against Serbia 28 July Austria declared war on Serbia 1 August Germany declared war on Russia 3 August Germany declared war on France and...
by brucericketts | Jun 27, 2018 | Operations, Uncategorized
On 3 September 1939, the United Kingdom declared war on Germany. The Canadian Parliament was called in special session and both Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King and opposition leader Robert Manion stated their support for Canada following Britain but did not...
