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More than 1.5 million Canadians have served in military actions around the world since 1899, and more than 116,000 have died in wars. Graves with Canadian soldiers are found in 75 countries.
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Library and Archives Canada: War and Military A selection of Library and Archives Canada resources on the Canadian military and war experiences. Soldiers of the South African War (1899 - 1902) The South African War, also known as ther Boer War, marked the first occasion for which Canada dispatched troops to an overseas war. A total of 7,368 Canadians and 12 Nursing Sisters served in South Africa. Canadian Expeditionary Force More than 600,000 Canadians enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) during the First World War. The CEF database is a searchable index to those personnel files which are held by the National Archives. War Diaries of the First World War Digitized War Diaries of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) units. Commonwealth War Graves Commission The Commonwealth War Graves Commission pays tribute to the 1,700,000 men and women of the Commonwealth forces -- including Canadians -- who died in the two world wars. Veterans Affairs Canada Recognizing and honouring the sacrifices of Canada's veterans and all Canadian citizens during war. Canadian Military Medals and Decorations, Mission and Mandate, The Carillon newsletter and Commerations. Canadian Virtual War Memorial A database of more than 110,000 Canadians and Newfoundlanders who made the ultimate sacrifice in World Wars One and Two. Also includes detailed information on Victoria Cross recipients. Last Post A database of more than 136,000 deaths of veterans since 1989, on the web site of the Royal Canadian Legion. Canadian Great War Project This comprehensive site is designed to promote interest in the First World War. Canadians in the South African War On Hugh Armstrong's Genealogy Site Canadian Military Heritage Project Providing historical backgrounds, chronological timelines, statistics, battles, uniforms and equipment, biographies of soldiers, heroes and their stories, muster rolls, letters home, links to other online resources, and research libraries. An Archival Look at World War I From Queens University. A collection of archival photographs related to the Great War. For King and Empire Canada's soldiers in the Great War. Explores the Canadian soldier's role in the Great War. Included in the site is a interactive battle display and a comprehensive Resource Centre. Battle of Vimy Ridge An introduction to the First World War Battle of Vimy Ridge, including historical maps and a presentation of the Vimy Memorial. Canadian War Museum Remembering more than 115,000 Canadians who have lost their lives during wartime. These Canadians were not all professional soldiers. The museum attempts to tell the story of ordinary Canadians living through extraordinary circumstances. British Empire and Commonwealth Land Forces Internet resources pertaining to land forces that were at any time part of the British Empire or Commonwealth. The focus is generally on manifestations of the British regimental system throughout the world. Canadian Letters and Images The Canadian Letters and Images Project is an online archive of the Canadian war experience, from any war, as told through the letters and images of Canadians themselves. Aces of Canada Lists 187 Canadian First World War pilots granted the designation of "Ace". Includes biographical information, medals, victories, and more Korea Veterans Association of Canada Dedicated to the 516 Canadians who made the supreme sacrifice during the Korean War and to honour those who dared to die, but lived. List of award recipients, Wall of Remembrance, Honour Roll, links to related sites. French Soldiers - 1755 Includes those who came to Canada from 1755 to 1763 to fight in the French and Indian War. War of 1812 Muster Rolls First Muster Roll, Corps of Canadian Volunteers. 18 July 1813 - 31 August 1813. Newfoundland Great War Heritage Project This website is intended to assist family, schools, and other researchers conducting Newfoundland and Labrador genealogical, and cultural heritage research by providing a searchable database of the Newfoundland Regiment (1914-1918) nominal roll index. Abegweit Branch, Prince Edward Island, United Empire Loyalist Association Scroll down, down down for the 1874 Regimental Muster Rolls. Grey County, Ont. Men of the Empire Grey County Soldiers who gave their lives as a result of The Great War (1914-1918). |
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