Monday, February 16, 2026

Edmonton

The “Camp X” Military Self-Defence Course

"Camp X" is a legendary Canadian special training school and base that operated during the Second World War. It was established to train intelligence...

Edmonton in World War II: The Battle of Ortona

Edmonton played a hugely important role in World War II, despite being geographically distant from the European conflict. Brave Edmontonians were involved in major...

“The Loyal Eddies”: Edmonton’s Premier Military Regiment

The Loyal Edmonton Regiment is one of Canada's most well-known military units, boasting a long and fascinating history. The regiment has participated in the...

Veteran Gord King and his unusual story

Gord King, a decorated Second World War veteran, had a story unlike any other. A pilot who was shot down and captured, he attempted...

How Edmontonians helped Jews during World War II

The Second World War was one of the darkest periods in human history, especially for the Jewish people who endured persecution and genocide. Despite...

Edmonton’s memorials that commemorate World War II

Edmonton is a city that honours those who fought for freedom and peace worldwide. Memorials across the city serve as powerful reminders of heroism,...

History of Alberta Politics

Every province has its own political history. Alberta is no exception to the rule. We’ll talk in more detail about how politics formed and...
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