Surf these sites: A Brief History of the Canadian Coast Guard -- Although a relatively recent organization in historical terms, its role has been evolving since the earliest days of French settlement in Canada. Books of Remembrance -- These six books contain the names of Canadians who fought in wars and died either during or after them. Provides online access to view individual pages and describes the ceremony and history around the display of the books. Canadian Air Aces and Heroes: WWI, WWII and Korea -- Includes biographies of several distinguished Canadian fighter pilots of WWI, WWII and Korea. Provides detailed accounts of their aerial missions. Canadian Military Medals and Decorations -- Veteran Affairs Canada presents various war medals, service badges and honours. Provides detailed information of each, photographs where relevant and circumstances under which they would have been awarded. Dieppe Raid -- A poem commemorating the Dieppe raid on August 19, 1942. Includes a description of the landing, the Canadian contingent and provides photographs depicting the scenes of that day. Historical Highlights -- A timeline of important moments in the development and history of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Includes a bibliography on the history of the RCMP. History and Traditions of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets -- Includes RCAC dress regulations, information on traditions such as their aims, oath, motto, crest, banner, wedge, tartan and parade. Merchant Navy Veterans Association -- Provides a historical account of the Merchant Marine Navy''s contributions in Canada''s war efforts.
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