@CalgHighrMuseum is excited to receive an RG-31 to add to our collection. This vehicle type was used by @CanadianForces in Afghanistan. @CanadianArmy @3CdnDiv3DivCA
On Halloween Night, 1944 in the midst of the fighting to liberate the Netherlands, The Calgary Highlanders assaulted the Walcheren Causeway. Listen to the Regimental Bard, Mr. Jack Whyte, tell the story: youtu.be/B0JWWPoWDFE
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Units that served in the @2divca_2candiv during #sww will find the finalbtwo sessions of interest: @bwrhc @CalgHighrMuseum @RRegtC_Toronto @RHLIXIII @TorScottishReg @ekscotrecruiting @leregiment
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Sergeant H.A. Marshall of the Sniper Section, The Calgary Highlanders, Kapellen, Belgium, 6 October 1944. Credit: Ken Bell.
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Imagine, blackberries in October still. A Canadian soldier enjoying the blackberries he had just gathered in Bourlon Wood, October 1918. This was probably such a welcomed treat - fresh fruit off the bush.
📷Library & Archives Canada. DND Collection 1964-114 PA-003419
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The Loyal Edmonton Regiment Military Museum galleries are again open to the public but with restrictions. See the Items of Interest post on our website for details (lermuseum.org).
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You, or someone you know will experience mental illness. The signs aren't always visible. Help remove the stigma and be open with yourself and others when it comes to discussing mental health.
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Great to see our much loved mascot @CplCruachan_IV supporting the Scottish Veteran community.
Lovely to meet @CplCruachan_IV at the Scottis Veterans awards tonight. He's being very well behaved so far...
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Cape Breton Highlanders mark 150th anniversary with rare change of colours parade ift.tt/3a29KnS
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It’s #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. Mental illness can affect anyone at any time. Reach out if you notice something might be wrong with a friend, colleague or family member. If you think you need help, there are resources available 24/7.
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It's #ScottishMuseumsDay!
Our new-look museum gives us an extra reason to celebrate this year! Have you visited us yet?
Leave your favourite object or story down below 👇
ALT the museum highlights gallery with cases around the three side walls
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Huge thanks to @hrfca for making such an invaluable visit possible. And thanks to all employers out there who support #Reservists of the @BritishArmy 👏👏
Our three-day employer engagement visit with the @7SCOTS was an invaluable opportunity for our Armed Forces Covenant signatories and ERS Award winners: @Aberdeenshire, @johnclarkmotors, @scoregroupltd and @moray_digital!
Full story here: bit.ly/3D3Kw4U. 👏@ArmyComd51X
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More photos from our visit to @TMM_yyc. Make sure you visit next time you are in Calgary. Each museum typically covers from the FWW to Afghanistan, and everything in between. Lots of amazing artifacts and well done displays!
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Dedicated in 2011, the Calgary Soldiers Memorial is a respectful tribute to the 3,000+ Calgarians, 🇨🇦 armed forces members who died during armed conflicts. Each name is individually inscribed on marble tablets; the 1st stone quotes from, "In Flanders Fields," by John McCrae. #yyc
Today, a visit to the Assiniboia area of @Saskatchewan . David McAndie, MC, DCM, MM of the 10th Bn, CEF (Perpetuated by @calghighrs ) is commemorated on the War Memorial and in a geographic feature - cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatche… @SaskMilMuseum @CanadianArmy @TMM_yyc @ValourCanada
A visit to Neepawa, Manitoba. The local @RoyalCdnLegion has a German gun captured at Villers-les-Cagnicourt, France by the 10th Bn, CEF (Perpetuated by the @CalgHighrs ). The capturing of the town also saw Sgt. Arthur Knight earn the Victoria Cross @CanadianCross @cross_podcast
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So great to be back at @TMM_yyc A great way to learn about #albertahistory & #militaryhistory There is always so many incredible pieces to see. You have to check it out! #yycliving #calgaryhighlanders #yyclocal #themilitarymuseums – at Calgary, Alberta
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Wee Tan Louie and Wee Hong Louie are remembered for their sacrifices and accomplishments during WWI. Though the brothers were from Shuswap, B.C, government policies prevented Chinese Canadians from obtaining full citizenship and voting rights.
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Today, the @CalgHighrs and Canadian Scottish Regiment wear an Oak Leaf on their uniforms to commemorate the Oak trees of Kitcheners' Wood. This is the only Battle Distinction awarded to Canadian Regiments during the FWW. @CanadianArmy @3CdnDiv3DivCA @41CBG
