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Manitoba. Ref: http://collections.ic.gc.ca/balloons/mission.htm The Japanese air balloon bomb mission created the first intercontinental missile. It took the Japanese people over two years to design the balloons, bombs, and automatic dropping mechanisms. On November 3rd, 1944, the first balloon...

Actually, St. John's is a city in the Atlantic Provinces, NOT the Maritimes. Newfoundland is not part of the Maritimes (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island). It's a pet peeve of mine, being raised a Maritimer myself. :) Don't get me started on the whole SAINT John versus ST. John...

I agree on the point that Remembrance Day should not be a statutory holiday if the meaning of the day is lost as a result. However, I still believe strongly that more employers should remind their employees of the significance of the day and to at least observe a minute of silence at the...

Is it the Ross Rifle Mk II and Mk III? Taken from http://www.firstworldwar.com/atoz/rossrifle.htm Ross Rifle Updated - Sunday, 6 October, 2002 Considered one of the most maligned rifles in military history, the Canadian Ross rifle was used and subsequently abandoned by Canadian forces during...

Looking for this photo? ;D

I was at work when I first heard the news about the first plane from colleagues. Our office had a couple of big screen TVs with satellite feeds, so many of us made our way to the common room to watch the events unfold. The gravity of the situation was only beginning to sink in for me just as I...

GregC, just had a quick look on imdb.com, which is pretty thorough on films and related celebs. Looks like the movie hasn't been released to video or DVD in any country, as many others are also looking for it. :( Also no sign of it on amazon.ca. In spite of possible anti-war sentiments, it...

Messerschmitt Me264 Amerika bomber - designed as a maritime bomber (from a long range research aircraft) that had the range to reach cities on the US east coast and return.

Moe's Deli and Bar in Dorval (now Trudeau) Airport does have decent sandwiches, but if you want to have THE definitive Montreal smoked meat, then you have to go to Schwartz's on St-Laurent Boulevard, just north of Pine Avenue. And be sure to try some real bagels from the bagel shop on...

Mike, I received the shirts that I ordered from you in the mail yesterday. They look great! Thanks for the extra stickers as well!  ;D

The earliest references that I've been able to find are for RMC and RCAS (Royal Canadian Artillery School). RMC was granted the title "Royal" by Queen Victoria in 1878, and according to the RCA website, the Schools of Gunnery in both Kingston and Quebec City were granted the title "Royal" by...

I'd like a medium size, if it's for a 42-44 chest. Otherwise, make mine large, please. Whatever the case, I would like OD as well. Thanks!

Mike, I wouldn't mind filling out the personal interests info again if we could have that field back. Would it be much work to add it back into the member profile? Thanks!

Mike, Great job on the new software update and on keeping the site up and running! The only thing that I miss so far is a section for personal interests in the member profile section. It can be especially useful for civvies like me who don't have any military experience (yet).

Friends of mine who served with the Black Watch in Montreal told me much the same story as what The_Falcon has heard. They also added that a yellow hackle was intended to represent cowardice by the unit as a sign of disgrace.

pointy_end, My suggestion is to go with a Timex Ironman watch. There are many different models from which to choose. They are not too expensive, are water-resistant, quite durable, etc. I bought one with all of the features that I wanted (and then some) for under $40. You can find ‘em at...

kurokaze, Sorry about the delay in replying. I‘ve been away from the board for a few days.... To answer your question regarding what kind of LED flashlights are available at MEC, I was just in the Ottawa store last Saturday, and I found a very nice model available in several colours, including...

kurokaze, MEC carries LED flashlights in red and many other colours. *hastily takes notes for when he hopefully starts BMQ*

Eh, what? Bailey‘s?? Now you‘ve got my attention.... By far, the best Bailey‘s cheesecake that I‘ve ever had was in a pub in Ennis, Ireland. It was the perfect finish to an amazing meal of roasted lamb shank and a couple o‘ pints of Kilkenny. :D