A Special Edition occasioned for Vimy Day and the commemoration of WWI Veterans.
The country has recently shared an important historical moment. On February 18, 2010, Canada's last First World War Veteran passed away. This event marks the end of an era. We are forever indebted to the soldiers of the First World War and we must pay tribute to them by remembering their contributions to Canada.
Articles
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What do I say… when the last veteran of WWI is dead?
A poem by Alan Whitehorn
by Alan Whitehorn | comments (2) | April 9, 2010 7:55 PM
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Vimy a Stunning Memorial and Live Minefield
written by Brian Bethune
"NOTHING EXCEPT a battle lost can be half so melancholy as a battle won," wrote the Duke of Wellington about the dead and dying strewn across the field of Waterloo. A Canadian could have said as much ...
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The Canadian Battlefields Memorial, designed by Walter Allward, was placed at the highest point of Vimy Ridge to honour the memorable victory of the Canadian Corps, fighting as a unit for the first ...
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by Ken MacQUEEN
The country has recently shared an important historical moment. On February 18, 2010, John "Jack" Babcock, Canada's last known Veteran of the First World War passed away. This event marks the end of ...
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Vimy Ridge runs across the western edge of the Douai plain in northeastern France. What seems like a mere gradient when viewed from the village of Neuville-St. Vaast has proven an effective natural ...
by James Marsh | comments (0) | October 29, 2008 9:36 PM
Alan Whitehorn
Blog Posts
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Featured Blog: Silence and Remembering
The End of An Era
In this twittering world, silence and reflection are even more precious.
by James Marsh | comments (0) | April 9, 2010 2:53 PM
History Buzz
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The Globe and Mail: Thousands commemorate Vimy Ridge Day in Ottawa
Torch of remembrance passed for historic battle’s last Canadian veteran, who died in February
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End of an Era Books of Reflection
Books of Reflection Locations across Canada, take the time to share your personal thoughts on remembrance. Together, we will remember the sacrifice of Canada's Veterans and their fallen comrades.
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End of An Era, Remembering Canada's WWI Veterans
April 9, 2010
A list of activities and events taking place across Canada to mark the End of an Era.
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