by K-J | 11 Jul 2023 | History
Col (Ret’d) Peter Williams Stag Special This year marks the 125th anniversary of the establishment what is now known as 1RCHA, originally based on A and B Batteries – the first “full-time” or “regular” elements of the post-Confederation Canadian Army. This...
by K-J | 4 May 2023 | History
Shilo Stag New to the Base, and wondering what the park why the the green space there is called Canoe River Memorial Park? It was the height of the Korean War. A train laden with 2nd Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery troops via CFB Shilo was on its way to...
by K-J | 25 Apr 2023 | History
Gen Wayne Eyre Stag Special The 70th anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong warrants commemoration of the very real achievements of our Canadian soldiers during the Korean War. It also offers a time for reflection and the opportunity to connect the achievements of our...
by K-J | 25 Apr 2023 | History
Shilo Stag Canada’s military history is filled with courage and sacrifice — look no further than the Battle of Kap’yong which saw Canadian troops in an entirely defensive position, but it nonetheless represents a significant turning point in the Korean War. The...
by K-J | 28 Feb 2023 | Features
“There is absolutely no differentiation on gravestones based upon the nature of the death of the soldier. Even soldiers executed by firing squad for crimes in the First World War have identical badge and cross placement on their gravestones,” says former...
