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The Battle of Hong Kong (December 8–25, 1941) was the first place Canadians fought a land battle in the Second World War.
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To learn more about the Battle of Hong Kong, read “War Crimes” by Nathan M. Greenfield.
With the Great War came great social turmoil. Strange, then, how little things actually changed.
It’s difficult to fight a war on an empty stomach. In this video, historical reenactor Marie Zorniak, discusses her role as the camp cook and the task of trying to recreate the rations of 1812. Episode 9 of the War of 1812 Video Field Guide.
Fiction Feature: It is only after two children invite a sailor and soldier for Christmas dinner that they understand what makes a home.
Listen to Bell Island, Newfoundland's, fascinating wartime history as a target of German U-boats.