Articles

Archive

Presenting an evolving collection of articles about the Navy and Military on Canada’s west coast, and the women and men who have contributed to these groups.

  • A Sailor’s Life explains customs & traditions that shaped the lives of sailors.
  • Beginnings focuses on key individuals who have influenced the Navy’s growth and development.
  • Characters profiles lives and achievements that are now part of the history of Canada’s Navy.
  • Controversies studies contentious issues that challenged Canada’s Navy and military.
  • Defending the Coast examines initiatives to defend Canada’s west coast.
  • Good Companions introduces some animal mascots and their antics.
  • High Achievers looks at Canadian naval pilots whose achievements deserve remembrance.
  • Local Heroes celebrates individuals from Canada’s west coast who displayed exceptional courage.
  • Monuments looks at structures made to specifically commemorate people or events.
  • Paving the Way spotlights women who established roles for women in Canada’s armed forces.
  • Service Matters examines etiquette for officers, how to refer to a Canadian warship, and more…
  • Ship Histories reviews significant naval vessels associated with Canada’s west coast.
  • Unsung Women presents courageous women whose acts of bravery have gone unrecognized.