Air-Force.ca's Fallen Comrades

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old

You who are alive on this beach
Remember that these men died far from home
That others, here and everywhere, might freely
Enjoy life in God's Mercy

- Monument to the Royal Regiment of Canada, Puys, France

Viewed 208269 times.

Military Word Of The Day

TOS

Today in Military History

September 17

1940:

Operation Sea Lion postponed until further notice

1944:

BOULOGNE, 1944, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 22 Sept 44)

1944:

Operation Market Garden. Bridges at Veghel, Grave and Nijmegen are captured, but only temporarily at Arnhem

Advertising