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Twice Sacrificed – Unaccounted Loyalty
Private Nuinosuke Joseph Okawa enlisted for the First World War in 1916 and fought at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Although he proved his loyalty to Canada, his military service did not prevent him from the effects of the anti-Japanese policies of the Second World War.…
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Force 136: The real story that inspired the picture book Endgame
As an immigrant of Chinese heritage, I assumed there was not much to know about the contributions of Chinese Canadians to early Canadian history beyond the construction of the railroad. However, sometime in the lead up to Remembrance Day in 2017, I learned about Force 136…
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Henry Thomas Shepherd: Canada’s first Black Regimental Sergeant Major
Henry Thomas Shepherd was a remarkable individual. A veteran of both world wars, Henry made history when he became Canada’s first Black Regimental Sergeant Major in 1935. Besides his military achievements, Henry continues to be remembered as a role model and a pillar of the Georgetown…
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Stewart East: A padre who went beyond the call of duty
Few people have the distinction of being called a legend in their lifetime. Stewart East was one of these remarkable individuals.
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The Canadian Rangers
Did you know that there’s a unit of the Canadian Army that is made up of over 60% Indigenous people?
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Indigenous soldiers in Hong Kong
A few Indigenous soldiers went to Hong Kong to defend the colony. This short article aims to shed light on their journey before and after the battle.
