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Investment in our military is needed now… for those who serve, and for the future of Canada

Published on Jun 08, 2017 01:28 pm
The Government of Canada’s new Defence Policy was announced yesterday afternoon, with a focus on investing in its people, the military’s long term capabilities, growth and transparency, and operating with a new vision for the future.
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125th Commemoration of the USS Boston

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The Mare Island Naval Cemetery is located a short distance from Touro University, California; where our Secretary/Treasurer Michael Barbour works. Earlier today, the 125th commemoration of an explosion that killed 15 members of the USS Boston occurred. We have pictures of the event below.

You can review the complete story of the explosion here.

Gifts Dad will love on Father’s Day!

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Legion Magazine engages Canadians in commemorating the effort, bravery and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve in Canada’s military. Legion Magazine offers a blend of stories, photographs, graphics, maps and posters on Canadian military history and heritage, veterans’ issues and the Canadian Armed Forces.

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Legionnaires asked to support Battle of the Atlantic Place

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Legionnaires asked to support
Battle of the Atlantic Place

By Stephen J. ThorneIt was an epic and heroic battle. The convoys were the Allies’ lifeline and at
stake was nothing less than the outcome of the war itself and the future of the free world.
It demanded a Herculean effort, technological innovation and untold resources.
Yet all that remains of one of its most iconic symbols, the corvette, is a single vessel—HMCS Sackville, tied up on the Halifax waterfront a few months a year.

Now a group called the Canadian Naval Memorial Trust is changing that.

A quiet victory in the Gulf

By Marc Milner

When Canada declared war on Germany in September 1939, the most immediate threat
to the country was an attack on its shipping. That fear was so palpable that when periscopes were soon “sighted” in the St. Lawrence River, no one was surprised. Find out how Canada
shut down the U-boat assault in the Gulf of St. Lawrence in 1942.

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Explorer John Franklin dies aboard HMS Erebus, ice-bound in the Arctic.

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Legion Magazine is published six times a year in English with a French insert. Additional award-winning special-interest publications—Canada’s Ultimate Story—are produced four times a year. The website—legionmagazine.com—includes numerous articles from current and past issues, audiobook versions of articles, downloadable desktop calendars, Last Post, and more. Legion Magazine is published by Canvet Publications Ltd.

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[Wreaths Across America eNewsletter #136] Remembering The Longest Day…

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From the Wreaths Across America organization…

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Did you know you can now receive the Wreaths Across America eNewsletter on a WEEKLY or MONTHLY basis? To change your email settings, or read past issues you might have missed, you can visit our new Newsletter Center on the website. And while you are there, don’t forget to sponsor a wreath to honor one more veteran this December…

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Remembering The Longest Day:

News | D-Day | June 6, 1944 | The United States Army

An In-Depth Look at D-Day

On June 6, 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops landed along a 50-mile stretch of heavily-fortified French coastline, to fight Nazi Germany on the beaches of Normandy.

You might also be interested to see this collection of photos, of what it was like for the folks back on when they learned the invasion was underway, or this collection of rare D-Day images from the archives at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans.

News From This Past Week:

You Can Join in the Remembrance and Tribute to Liberation...

The Liberation Sculpture Symbolizes Compassion And Hope For Future Generations

June 4, 2017, Wreaths Across America joined the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of New Jersey and Holocaust survivor Luna Kaufman in paying tribute to sculptor Nathan (Natan) Rapoport recognizing the thirtieth anniversary of his death.

Thoughts on Memorial Day Weekend, with WAA Leaders

Last week we talked with WAA Chairman Wayne Hanson, and WAA Executive Dir Karen Worcester about their thoughts on Memorial Day.

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Next Webinar: Unique Ideas From Our Volunteers

Voices of our Volunteers: Unique ideas from our fundraising and location groups, including this flag idea from Aaron Van Beek of Sioux Center WAA, Iowa.

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This Week in Social Media:

89-year-old WWII Veteran Accomplishes Lifelong Goal and Graduates

A dream came true this Memorial Day weekend for a World War II veteran in Michigan. 89-year-old Milton Mockerman received his high school diploma.

A D-Day Memorial Welcomes Honor Flight Veterans

94-year-old World War II veteran Julian Hodges has visited the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. twice. This past weekend was his third trip to the site.

Florida Man Spends His One Day Off Cleaning Veterans Tombstones

Remembering the Battle of Midway.

In December, the United States observed the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, which brought America into World War II. In the coming months, we will remember battles great and small.

Oldest Living World War II Veteran Turns 104

World War II Veteran, Nick Westendorf celebrated his 104th birthday with family and friends on Saturday. Westendorf was a mechanic for the U.S. Navy.

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Did you miss one of our recent newsletters? You can see the archive and update your email settings (there is a MONTHLY or a WEEKLY option) in our new Newsletter Central.

Join us on December 16th (the 3rd Saturday in December), 2017 for National Wreaths Across America Day. Use this map to find a location and sign up to volunteer. Can’t find a location near you? You can start one (adding new locations for 2017)!

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“Remember this…. In truth a person dies twice, once when he stops breathing, and a second time when somebody mentions his or her name for the last time. Join us in December when over one million volunteers nationwide, will say the names of a million fallen out loud, to make sure they will never be forgotten.”

If These Walls Could Talk | Stories Of Service Video Series By Mission BBQ

You might have eaten at Mission BBQ location, and seen how the whole establishment comes to a halt at noon time each – for the playing of the National Anthem. Did you also know about Mission BBQ’s effort so honor veterans at Arlington National Cemetery by sponsoring wreaths for Section 59, and support of many other participating locations near their base of operations. We think you will especially like this video about WAA, created for their Stories of Service – called “If these walls could talk” – thanks to the whole team at Mission BBQ for all your support!

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The Happy Father’s Day Package includes: 1) Personalized Message! 2) The WW I Collection!

3) The WW II Collection!

You get all of this!

For only $59.95 (Plus shipping & taxes) A value of $69.95! A savings of $10.00!

(Don’t wait! Limited time offer! )

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More gifts for Dad!

Give Dad a piece of Canadian history! Canada’s Ultimate Story Back Issues are available in 5-6-7 or 8 volume sets!

Legionnaires asked to support Battle of the Atlantic Place

A quiet victory in the Gulf

You may also be interested in….

June 11, 1847

Remembering The Longest Day:

News From This Past Week:

Wednesday Webinars:

This Week in Social Media:

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Download The 2017 WAA Fact Sheet:

Don’t Forget To Invite Your Friends:

ACT FAST!
Order today to have in time for Father’s Day!

The Happy Father’s Day Package includes:

1) Personalized Message!

2) The WW I Collection!

For only $59.95
(Plus shipping & taxes)
A value of $69.95!
A savings of $10.00!

Give Dad a piece of Canadian history!
Canada’s Ultimate Story Back Issues
are available in 5-6-7 or 8 volume sets!

Legionnaires asked to support
Battle of the Atlantic Place