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A newsletter from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission that may be of interest to members.

Welcome to the CWGC’s latest newsletter

Who Lived On Your Street • What’s Happening In The UK & Volunteering Opportunities • The CWGC Experience In France • Visit The CWGC In Ieper • Explore Malta’s War History • What To Expect When Visiting  • Learning and Activities
The sunshine has arrived, and there’s no better time to learn more about the world war heritage wherever you’re going to be this summer – whether its on your doorstep, in your local community or on your travels.

We’ve put together a short list of things to do and places to visit so you can make the most of your time in or out of the sun!

In both world wars, Commonwealth men and women around the world left their homes to fight for their country – now we bring the people that lived on your street, back to your street. Our search tool was so popular it’s returned! You can find your local history, showing you who lived in your area, on a street near you, or even in the house you live in today…. Find out more.
There is a wealth of world war history across all four corners of the United Kingdom. From large CWGC war cemeteries and memorials to single headstones in remote churchyards, you’re never too far away from one of our sites… Find out more.

Sticking closer to home? Then you might be interested in our volunteering opportunities to get you out and about and to keep active… Find out more.

The CWGC Experience is a unique visitor attraction in Beaurains, near Arras in France that shines a light on the work of the remarkable organisation at the heart of remembrance of the war dead… Find out more.

The CWGC Ieper Information Centre is in the centre of the town of Ieper, also known as Ypres, West Flanders, just a stone’s throw from the iconic Menin Gate. The centre is the perfect starting point when visiting any of the cemeteries and memorials that commemorate those that fell during World War One…. Find out more.

Known as the Nurse of the Mediterranean, Malta played an important role during both world wars. Today tourists from all over the world visit Malta to sample its unique culture, the unparalleled scenery and to immerse themselves in the history of this historic island… Find out more.

Each of our 23,000 sites has its own story to tell. Some are areas of outstanding natural beauty or contain magnificent pieces of architecture. Find out what to expect when visiting a cemetery or memorial… Find out more.

Looking to do some armchair research or just keep the young ones entertained over the school break? We bring together an array of tools, activities, cemetery guides and lots of interesting research material that supports all ages in exploring their local CWGC heritage. Find activity booklets for kids to keep them occupied with word searches and games, or additional guides for the history sleuths among you when at a cemetery or on battlefield visits, as well as guidance and aids to family historians… Find out more.
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Next Week at Marines’ Memorial: “Meet the Author” with Dr. Steven Trout

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Note this up-coming event from a local veterans organization in the Bay Area.

Canadian military breaks with tradition, changes dress codes

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An item from the Legion Magazine.

Legion Magazine
Front Lines
Small blessings: Military marks Indigenous Peoples Day in Ottawa

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Canadian military breaks with tradition, changes dress codes

STORY BY STEPHEN J. THORNE

Anxious to attract increasingly reticent recruits and bring dated policies more in line with evolving societal norms, the Canadian Armed Forces have announced new dress codes, with an emphasis on being gender-neutral.

That means traditional short hair is out—unless you prefer it that way. Soldiers, sailors and aircrew can now grow their manes as long and in whatever colour they want, provided they don’t cover their faces or impede operational performance.

 

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Military Milestones
The unfortunate fate of convoy HX-49

RCAF403SQUADRON

A memorable July 1944 dogfight

STORY BY SHARON ADAMS

Flight Lieutenant Cecil Brown, of Mississauga, Ont., had a bird’s-eye view of the D-Day invasion.

“On D-Day…the role of our 127 Wing, RCAF was to provide close cover for the beachhead armies against enemy aircraft,” he recalled in Jean E. Portugal’s We Were There—RCAF and Others.

 

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At Pocketpills, we bring the pharmacy to you. Through our easy-to-use app and website, you can fill prescriptions, order vitamins, and consult with pharmacists—all from the comfort of home. As a member of The Legion, you’ll receive exclusive benefits when you sign up! Click the link below to see offers in your area, or call 1-855-950-7225 and mention that you are a Legion member.
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Destinations: On the Road Again… 🚙

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Note the items below on the summit series and the Newfoundland caribou monuments – both of which may be of interest to members.

Gorgeous gardens, reclaimed artifacts and completed trails.
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Ride the rails this fall - buggies and bears in Manitoba!
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The Past in Full Bloom

Public gardens across Canada showcase remarkable plant species while offering occasions to connect with our natural history. Read more

Behind the Summit Series

An excerpt from Gary J. Smith’s book Ice War Diplomat, Smith tells about the behind-the-scenes negotiations that allowed to the series to happen. Read more

Homeward Bound

Mi’kmaw communities will share stewardship of historic cultural artifacts with an American museum. Read more

Inventing a ‘Friendly Neighbor’

Moose and mounties were not enough to attract Depression-era tourists. Clearly it was time to rebrand Canada. Originally published in December 2010. Read more

Completing the Trail

Twelve thousand Newfoundlanders and Labradorians served in the First World War; their contributions are finally being commemorated in September 2022 at Gallipoli, Turkey. Read more

Residential School Student’s Suitcase

Ma petite valise de pensionnat bears testament to the trauma inflicted on generations of Indigenous children. Read more
Heritage of Halifax and the sinking of the RMS Titanic - reserve your spot!
Cover of the August-September 2022 featuring les patriotes.

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Canada’s History Archive featuring The Beaver

Please note: Some items featured in our newsletters and social media will include links to the Canada’s History Archive. The Beaver magazine was founded, and for decades was published, during eras shaped by colonialism. Concepts such as racial, cultural, or gender equality were rarely, if ever, considered by the magazine or its contributors. In earlier issues, readers will find comments and terms now considered derogatory. Canada’s History Society cautions readers to explore the archive using historical thinking concepts — not only analyzing the content but asking questions of who shaped the content and why.
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