by K-J | 5 Jan 2023 | History
BComd Col D. Francis wrote a story for the Shilo Stag. Why? To quote him, “In the short time since my arrival in CFB Shilo, I have been appalled by the amount of vandalism and petty thievery. It seems that whenever the opportunity exists, someone has to damage...
by K-J | 4 Jan 2023 | History
Cousin Edna was a frequent letter writer for Pte Cecil Minary during his CEF journey fighting the Germans on the battlefields of France, initially during the Battle of Vimy Ridge in April 1917 after he left Canada following his training at Camp Hughes. Editor’s Note:...
by K-J | 30 Dec 2022 | History
Here’s a copy of a letter Pte Cecil Minary wrote home on Jan. 17, 1917. The letters are in the archives of the Wawanesa Museum. Editor’s Note: During the First World War, Pte Cecil Minary served in the CEF, beginning his military training at Camp Hughes prior to...
by K-J | 30 Dec 2022 | History
Andrew OakenStag Special The medallion is in good shape — there are no obvious scratches, chips, nicks or dents.It’s probably composed of copper or bronze. The surface has some discoloration, but that’s expected after 100 years. It’s notable the initials of the last...
by K-J | 29 Dec 2022 | History
Andrew Oakden Stag Special Our weapons vault contains 90-plus small arms and light weapons, and some Star Wars weaponry. During the making of Star Wars, they used contemporary, modified weapons as movie props. Our matching Star Wars small arms include a Sterling...
by K-J | 28 Dec 2022 | History
Andrew OakdenStag Special In 1986, R. Masterman donated a Second World War recruitment poster for the 13th Winnipeg Field Battery.The Gunners Wanted poster ties in nicely with Canada’s recruitment campaign during the Second World War. It also connects with the...
