Canadian troops battled savagely against incredible opposition from the Germans during the Italian Campaign. Our men fought their way up the country, never looking back and never giving in, and they successfully secured Italy and removed the Germans from their strongholds. We remember battles such as the one that occurred at Ortona in 1943 because of the bravery and determination the Canadians showed when faced with what seemed like impossible odds.
The Canadian landings at Juno Beach on June 6, 1944 marked a significant turning point in World War II. We lost many men on this sandy stretch of land, but this battle was a major victory. It marked the beginning of the end of WWII and forever the D-Day landings will be remembered as a triumph against Nazi forces
Because of the fierceness of our troops, the Canadians were able to penetrate deeper into France than the British or American forces. Their strength and bravery was feared by the Germans. By May of 1945 much of Europe, including western Germany, was under allied control. But the people of the Netherlands were still deeply suffering. The Canadians are remembered for freeing the Dutch from the Nazi regime and providing the people of the Netherlands with much needed food and supplies.
We remember our strength. We remember our determination. We remember our compassion.
We remember our veterans.
(This is from the Huron Park webpage)
SJHS Remembers 