Lt.-Col. John McCrae,Nov. 30, 1872-Jan 28, 1918
The gentle physician, poet and artist from Guelph, Ont., was an experienced soldier when he met his death overseas. He had served during the Boer
Sharon Adams
February 1, 2012
The gentle physician, poet and artist from Guelph, Ont., was an experienced soldier when he met his death overseas. He had served during the Boer
Dear Mrs. Cameron, I am the padre in this hospital where your son is a patient. He has already written you by ordinary mail, and
FEBRUARY 1, 1944: Chinese forces attack in northern Burma at Taihpa.
FEBRUARY 2, 1943: German forces surrender at Stalingrad.
FEBRUARY 3, 1916: Fire destroys the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa. Only the library is saved.
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