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From the Desk of the Executive |
From the Desk of the Executive |
The Canadian Aviation Historical Society wants to acknowledge the people impacted by the forest fires that have been devastating Western Canada this past month, including the town of Jasper, Alberta where a third of the town has been destroyed, residents have only just begun to return home, and the tourism season has been severely disrupted. If our readers are able to donate, we would like to highlight that donations made to the Red Cross will be matched by both the Alberta Government and the Government of Canada until 24 August, so every $1 donated becomes $3. We would like to also bring to your attention another donation campaign spearheaded by Alpine Book Peddlers (one of the book suppliers who enabled the CAHS to offer discounted rates for Shirlee Smith Matheson's books in our book store. Alpine Book Peddlers was scheduled to deliver books to Jasper tourist spots the week that the national park had to evacuate because of the wildfires. Because of the devastation, Alpine Book Peddlers has decided to donate the profits from 100 titles that they were going to deliver to the Jasper area to a local charity supporting evacuees. Check out the titles of the publisher's Jasper Donation Book List to see how many books you may be able to order and help the Jasper community at the same time. Thanks to everyone who has been working hard to fight the fires, take care of the evacuees, and get the town and park open again. And thanks to everyone who has been able to donate to recovery efforts. To everyone affected: you are in our thoughts and prayers as we all wish you a speedy return and recovery. |
The Canadian Aviation Historical Society wants to acknowledge the people impacted by the forest fires that have been devastating Western Canada this past month, including the town of Jasper, Alberta where a third of the town has been destroyed, residents have only just begun to return home, and the tourism season has been severely disrupted. If our readers are able to donate, we would like to highlight that donations made to the Red Cross will be matched by both the Alberta Government and the Government of Canada until 24 August, so every $1 donated becomes $3. We would like to also bring to your attention another donation campaign spearheaded by Alpine Book Peddlers (one of the book suppliers who enabled the CAHS to offer discounted rates for Shirlee Smith Matheson's books in our book store. Alpine Book Peddlers was scheduled to deliver books to Jasper tourist spots the week that the national park had to evacuate because of the wildfires. Because of the devastation, Alpine Book Peddlers has decided to donate the profits from 100 titles that they were going to deliver to the Jasper area to a local charity supporting evacuees. Check out the titles of the publisher's Jasper Donation Book List to see how many books you may be able to order and help the Jasper community at the same time. Thanks to everyone who has been working hard to fight the fires, take care of the evacuees, and get the town and park open again. And thanks to everyone who has been able to donate to recovery efforts. To everyone affected: you are in our thoughts and prayers as we all wish you a speedy return and recovery. |
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Cordially, Dr. Rachel Lea Heide, National Treasurer, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Cordially, Dr. Rachel Lea Heide, National Treasurer, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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From the Desk of the Journal Editor
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From the Desk of the Journal Editor
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Journal 58-3 features – select any thumbnail above to view larger images on our website
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Journal 58-3 features – select any thumbnail above to view larger images on our website
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Volume 58, Number 3 of the CAHS Journal, has just entered print production. Within the coming week, a link to the digital (PDF) edition will be emailed to all current members for whom we have an up-to-date email address. As usual, the PDF will also be available in our website's Members Only area. Check the Journal web page for updates on the mailing of the print edition and its availability for purchase from our e-shop. The feature articles in this edition are: The British Air Ministry Winter Trials in Canada 4: The Hawker Audax Army Cooperation Aircraft Carl Vincent continues this very interesting series, featuring another well-known interwar British aircraft. Many detail aspects of the aircraft are illustrated by a range of exclusive photos from the RCAF files painstakingly copied by Elizabeth Vincent. Wooden Wings Over the Wilderness 10: CF-AAM, A Fokker Super Universal Servicing Mining Operations in the West and Yukon This instalment chronicles the working life of the last of the historical Super Universals documented by Clark Seaborn and features a centre spread of 1/48 scale drawings by the author. Airman at Sea: A Bonnie Adventure Retired CP-107 Argus navigator Rick Stojak recounts his formative years as a member of the RCAF – in particular a memorable Training/Familiarization exercise aboard HMCS Bonaventure. Northern Engineer: An Aviation Career in the Canadian North 2: Early Days in Yellowknife The second in this occasional series continues with the struggle and toil of making a life in northern aviation, narrated by Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Bill Walton in the first person. Work on Volume 58 Number 4 continues. Until next time… |
Volume 58, Number 3 of the CAHS Journal, has just entered print production. Within the coming week, a link to the digital (PDF) edition will be emailed to all current members for whom we have an up-to-date email address. As usual, the PDF will also be available in our website's Members Only area. Check the Journal web page for updates on the mailing of the print edition and its availability for purchase from our e-shop. The feature articles in this edition are: The British Air Ministry Winter Trials in Canada 4: The Hawker Audax Army Cooperation Aircraft Carl Vincent continues this very interesting series, featuring another well-known interwar British aircraft. Many detail aspects of the aircraft are illustrated by a range of exclusive photos from the RCAF files painstakingly copied by Elizabeth Vincent. Wooden Wings Over the Wilderness 10: CF-AAM, A Fokker Super Universal Servicing Mining Operations in the West and Yukon This instalment chronicles the working life of the last of the historical Super Universals documented by Clark Seaborn and features a centre spread of 1/48 scale drawings by the author. Airman at Sea: A Bonnie Adventure Retired CP-107 Argus navigator Rick Stojak recounts his formative years as a member of the RCAF – in particular a memorable Training/Familiarization exercise aboard HMCS Bonaventure. Northern Engineer: An Aviation Career in the Canadian North 2: Early Days in Yellowknife The second in this occasional series continues with the struggle and toil of making a life in northern aviation, narrated by Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Bill Walton in the first person. Work on Volume 58 Number 4 continues. Until next time… |
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Terry Higgins, Creative Director, Website Administrator, CAHS Journal Managing Editor and Graphics Director, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Terry Higgins, Creative Director, Website Administrator, CAHS Journal Managing Editor and Graphics Director, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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From the Desk of the Treasurer |
From the Desk of the Treasurer |
The CAHS has been able to secure two additional book offers for CAHS members and friends. The first is Cold War Over Canada by long-time CAHS member Scott Maclagan at the discounted rate of $22 (plus $10 shipping within Canada). The second book is Whispering Duke Schiller by newly minted CAHS member Tom Douglas, which we are able to offer at $26 (with free shipping from publisher Tagona Press) to Canadian addresses. You can still secure copies of Deana Driver and Reg Harrison's book Crash Harrison: Tales of A Bomber Pilot Who Defied Death for the discounted rate of $21 (plus $7 to Canadian addresses), as well as Chris Weicht's two book flat rate box combo for "The Defenders" for total price of $100 to Canadian destinations. The CAHS 13-month full colour and bilingual 2025 Aviation Art Calendar is also available for $20 (plus $5 shipping to Canadian addresses). Check out the descriptions and links below to secure your copies. There are still copies of the 2024 Aviation Art Calendar available at the discounted price of $10 (plus shipping), where you can still enjoy 5 months/full colour images; check out the link here. |
The CAHS has been able to secure two additional book offers for CAHS members and friends. The first is Cold War Over Canada by long-time CAHS member Scott Maclagan at the discounted rate of $22 (plus $10 shipping within Canada). The second book is Whispering Duke Schiller by newly minted CAHS member Tom Douglas, which we are able to offer at $26 (with free shipping from publisher Tagona Press) to Canadian addresses. You can still secure copies of Deana Driver and Reg Harrison's book Crash Harrison: Tales of A Bomber Pilot Who Defied Death for the discounted rate of $21 (plus $7 to Canadian addresses), as well as Chris Weicht's two book flat rate box combo for "The Defenders" for total price of $100 to Canadian destinations. The CAHS 13-month full colour and bilingual 2025 Aviation Art Calendar is also available for $20 (plus $5 shipping to Canadian addresses). Check out the descriptions and links below to secure your copies. There are still copies of the 2024 Aviation Art Calendar available at the discounted price of $10 (plus shipping), where you can still enjoy 5 months/full colour images; check out the link here. |
Cordially, Dr. Rachel Lea Heide, National Treasurer, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Cordially, Dr. Rachel Lea Heide, National Treasurer, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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| The book Whispering’ Duke Schiller: The Forgotten Hero of Early Aviation by Tom Douglas is a compelling tribute to Clarence Alvin “Duke” Schiller, an under-celebrated pioneer in the field of aviation. It spans Schiller’s early life in Canada, detailing his journey from his birth in Iowa to his family’s resettlement in Cooksville, Ontario, and outlines his significant contributions to early aviation, including his time as a bush pilot and his service in multiple air forces. The narrative also delves into his adventurous career, marked by harrowing missions, daring rescues, and notable achievements in aviation that captured the public’s imagination during the 1920s, ’30s, and early ’40s. This book retails from the publisher for $29.95 + tax. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $26 (shipping and taxes included) in Canada. |
The book Whispering’ Duke Schiller: The Forgotten Hero of Early Aviation by Tom Douglas is a compelling tribute to Clarence Alvin “Duke” Schiller, an under-celebrated pioneer in the field of aviation. It spans Schiller’s early life in Canada, detailing his journey from his birth in Iowa to his family’s resettlement in Cooksville, Ontario, and outlines his significant contributions to early aviation, including his time as a bush pilot and his service in multiple air forces. The narrative also delves into his adventurous career, marked by harrowing missions, daring rescues, and notable achievements in aviation that captured the public’s imagination during the 1920s, ’30s, and early ’40s. This book retails from the publisher for $29.95 + tax. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $26 (shipping and taxes included) in Canada. |
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| Scott Maclagan spent the Cold War in CF-100 jet interceptors, flying over Canada. The mission was to be ready for a Soviet attack – and to monitor all unknown aircraft spotted on radar. In this book, the only published account of the experiences of a Cold War flier over Canada, Scott recounts his recruitment by the air force, the early training which graduated only two of a hundred young men, and his many adventures flying as a navigator in the two-crewmen Canadian-built CF-100 jet. He and his pilot partner were in line to fly the famed Avro Arrow which was to replace the CF-100. This book retails from the publisher for $29.95 + tax. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $22 (plus $10 shipping) in Canada. |
Scott Maclagan spent the Cold War in CF-100 jet interceptors, flying over Canada. The mission was to be ready for a Soviet attack – and to monitor all unknown aircraft spotted on radar. In this book, the only published account of the experiences of a Cold War flier over Canada, Scott recounts his recruitment by the air force, the early training which graduated only two of a hundred young men, and his many adventures flying as a navigator in the two-crewmen Canadian-built CF-100 jet. He and his pilot partner were in line to fly the famed Avro Arrow which was to replace the CF-100. This book retails from the publisher for $29.95 + tax. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $22 (plus $10 shipping) in Canada. |
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Crash Harrison Tales of a Bomber Pilot Who Defied Death
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Crash Harrison Tales of a Bomber Pilot Who Defied Death
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| Written by Deana J. Driver. Reginald Harrison grew up on a farm near the hamlet of Finnie, Saskatchewan during the Dirty Thirties. His interest in flying was heightened as he watched fighter pilots do loops in the sky above his family’s farm, training for the Second World War. Seeking adventure, Reg became an RCAF bomber pilot in England. During his service, he survived four crashes – none of which were his fault – and several close calls. Reginald Harrison became one of the few Canadians in the famed wartime “Guinea Pig Club” after receiving reconstructive skin graft surgery. He was named an “Honorary Snowbird” by the renowned Canadian Forces’ aerobatics display team. He is a celebrated war veteran whose stories will captivate and educate readers from teens to seniors. This book retails from the publisher for $25.95 + tax. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $21 (plus $7 shipping) in Canada. |
Written by Deana J. Driver. Reginald Harrison grew up on a farm near the hamlet of Finnie, Saskatchewan during the Dirty Thirties. His interest in flying was heightened as he watched fighter pilots do loops in the sky above his family’s farm, training for the Second World War. Seeking adventure, Reg became an RCAF bomber pilot in England. During his service, he survived four crashes – none of which were his fault – and several close calls. Reginald Harrison became one of the few Canadians in the famed wartime “Guinea Pig Club” after receiving reconstructive skin graft surgery. He was named an “Honorary Snowbird” by the renowned Canadian Forces’ aerobatics display team. He is a celebrated war veteran whose stories will captivate and educate readers from teens to seniors. This book retails from the publisher for $25.95 + tax. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $21 (plus $7 shipping) in Canada. |
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The Defenders + your choice of a 2nd book Flat Rate Box special offer |
The Defenders + your choice of a 2nd book Flat Rate Box special offer |
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| Author Chris Weicht is offering a special where buyers of his The Defenders can add one additional book (from the list below) and have them both shipped in a Canada Post FLAT RATE BOX, all for $100.00 ($80 for the two books and $20 for shipping). Second book options include: Some book quantities are limited; our sales team might need to contact you for an alternate choice of the combo title if supplies run out. |
Author Chris Weicht is offering a special where buyers of his The Defenders can add one additional book (from the list below) and have them both shipped in a Canada Post FLAT RATE BOX, all for $100.00 ($80 for the two books and $20 for shipping). Second book options include: Some book quantities are limited; our sales team might need to contact you for an alternate choice of the combo title if supplies run out. |
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CAHS 2025 Aviation Art Calendar |
CAHS 2025 Aviation Art Calendar |
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| The annual aviation art calendar is available ($15 a copy plus $5 shipping in Canada). This bilingual calendar includes 13 full-colour images featuring a collection of civilian and military aviation aircraft. |
The annual aviation art calendar is available ($15 a copy plus $5 shipping in Canada). This bilingual calendar includes 13 full-colour images featuring a collection of civilian and military aviation aircraft. |
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| The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre is gearing up to celebrate 100 years of the Ontario Provincial Air Service with a series of events and exhibits! |
The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre is gearing up to celebrate 100 years of the Ontario Provincial Air Service with a series of events and exhibits! |
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A Flypast Honour for RAF Victoria Cross Hero |
A Flypast Honour for RAF Victoria Cross Hero |
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| A commemorative flypast in Aberdeen recently honored Flight Lieutenant John Cruickshank, Britain's last surviving Victoria Cross holder for air action in Second World War, marking 80 years since his heroic attack on a German U-boat. |
A commemorative flypast in Aberdeen recently honored Flight Lieutenant John Cruickshank, Britain's last surviving Victoria Cross holder for air action in Second World War, marking 80 years since his heroic attack on a German U-boat. |
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To mark both Canada Day and its centennial, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) held an ambitious ‘parade in the sky’ flypast in Ottawa. |
To mark both Canada Day and its centennial, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) held an ambitious ‘parade in the sky’ flypast in Ottawa. |
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| The Canadian Aviation Historical Society is looking to open a new Chapter in Georgian Bay! There will be a Membership Meeting hosted on 14 September 2024, at 1:20 pm, at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 147 (410 St. Vincent St., Barrie). Brian Cotter will be giving a presentation at the meeting, “Life & Time of LAC Doug Smith, RCAF 1954-1964”. Following Brian’s presentation, there will be a recruiting meeting for anyone interested in joining CAHS National and the new CAHS Georgian Bay Chapter. There will be a short presentation about the CAHS followed by a Q&A. Anyone interested in attending or obtaining more information on the meetings may contact Bob Winson. |
The Canadian Aviation Historical Society is looking to open a new Chapter in Georgian Bay! There will be a Membership Meeting hosted on 14 September 2024, at 1:20 pm, at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 147 (410 St. Vincent St., Barrie). Brian Cotter will be giving a presentation at the meeting, “Life & Time of LAC Doug Smith, RCAF 1954-1964”. Following Brian’s presentation, there will be a recruiting meeting for anyone interested in joining CAHS National and the new CAHS Georgian Bay Chapter. There will be a short presentation about the CAHS followed by a Q&A. Anyone interested in attending or obtaining more information on the meetings may contact Bob Winson. |
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This fall, there will be three galas celebrating aviation accomplishments from past, present, and future aviation history makers. Please check out the links below for more information on an event near you. |
This fall, there will be three galas celebrating aviation accomplishments from past, present, and future aviation history makers. Please check out the links below for more information on an event near you. |
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| Northern Lights Aero Foundation 2024 Awards Gala (5 October 2024 in Brampton, Ontario) |
Northern Lights Aero Foundation 2024 Awards Gala (5 October 2024 in Brampton, Ontario) |
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A Historic Month at RAMWC! |
A Historic Month at RAMWC! |
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| In July 2024, the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada celebrated a historic month with the arrival of two iconic Second World War aircraft—the PBY-5A Canso and the Avro Lancaster—while also welcoming nearly 9,000 visitors and launching a successful Summer Fun Days program. |
In July 2024, the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada celebrated a historic month with the arrival of two iconic Second World War aircraft—the PBY-5A Canso and the Avro Lancaster—while also welcoming nearly 9,000 visitors and launching a successful Summer Fun Days program. |
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The Hawaiian Martin Mars Flies |
The Hawaiian Martin Mars Flies |
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| On August 2, 2024, the iconic Martin Mars water bomber roared back into the skies for the first time since 2016, marking a key step in preparations for its final flight to a museum in Sidney, B.C. |
On August 2, 2024, the iconic Martin Mars water bomber roared back into the skies for the first time since 2016, marking a key step in preparations for its final flight to a museum in Sidney, B.C. |
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| The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada is excited to host a historic P-51D Mustang from August 9 to 11, 2024, as part of the ongoing RCAF 100 celebrations. |
The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada is excited to host a historic P-51D Mustang from August 9 to 11, 2024, as part of the ongoing RCAF 100 celebrations. |
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The Lancaster visits Saskatoon |
The Lancaster visits Saskatoon |
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| As part of its 100th anniversary celebrations, the Royal Canadian Air Force brought a rare piece of history to Saskatoon, with an Avro Lancaster bomber - one of only two still flying - making a special appearance at the Saskatchewan Aviation Museum. |
As part of its 100th anniversary celebrations, the Royal Canadian Air Force brought a rare piece of history to Saskatoon, with an Avro Lancaster bomber - one of only two still flying - making a special appearance at the Saskatchewan Aviation Museum. |
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Family, Fun and Flight event at the Medicine Hat Municipal Airport |
Family, Fun and Flight event at the Medicine Hat Municipal Airport |
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| The Medicine Hat Chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society participated in the "Family, Fun and Flight" event on July 22, 2024, at the Medicine Hat Municipal Airport, showcasing aviation history and community engagement alongside various local organizations. Story and Photos by Wes Kraus,
CAHS Medicine Hat Chapter President |
The Medicine Hat Chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society participated in the "Family, Fun and Flight" event on July 22, 2024, at the Medicine Hat Municipal Airport, showcasing aviation history and community engagement alongside various local organizations. Story and Photos by Wes Kraus,
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Family, Fun and Flight event at the Medicine Hat Municipal Airport |
Family, Fun and Flight event at the Medicine Hat Municipal Airport |
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| The RCAF's 1924-2024 Centennial is being highlighted by airshows, dedications, commemorative coins and book launches. Adding to the list and having produced the RCAF 60th Anniversary history in 1984, CANAV Books is pleased to introduce its 2-volume Centennial set, The Royal Canadian Air Force: 100 Years of Service.
Beautifully produced, Volume 1 of "100 Years" begins with Canada's earliest aerial experiments, covers the First World War where Canadians excel in the air, then moves to formation of the RCAF in 1924. The story moves through the 1930s, when the RCAF modernizes just as war erupts again. Vol. I covers all this from the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan to the U-boat war plus everything overseas from the Battle of Britain to the Far East.
100 Years of Service is selling for $75 + shipping. If you'd like to order a copy, please connect with author Larry Milberry. |
The RCAF's 1924-2024 Centennial is being highlighted by airshows, dedications, commemorative coins and book launches. Adding to the list and having produced the RCAF 60th Anniversary history in 1984, CANAV Books is pleased to introduce its 2-volume Centennial set, The Royal Canadian Air Force: 100 Years of Service.
Beautifully produced, Volume 1 of "100 Years" begins with Canada's earliest aerial experiments, covers the First World War where Canadians excel in the air, then moves to formation of the RCAF in 1924. The story moves through the 1930s, when the RCAF modernizes just as war erupts again. Vol. I covers all this from the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan to the U-boat war plus everything overseas from the Battle of Britain to the Far East.
100 Years of Service is selling for $75 + shipping. If you'd like to order a copy, please connect with author Larry Milberry. |
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RCAF 100th Anniversary Events |
RCAF 100th Anniversary Events |
CAHS now has a page for any RCAF Centennial event information provided to us. A link to the page (the image above) will also be placed on any CAHS Chapter webpages that have events in their area. |
CAHS now has a page for any RCAF Centennial event information provided to us. A link to the page (the image above) will also be placed on any CAHS Chapter webpages that have events in their area. |
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Welcome to the New CAHS Monthly Wordle! |
Welcome to the New CAHS Monthly Wordle! |
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The answer for this month will be provided in the next Newsletter. |
The answer for this month will be provided in the next Newsletter. |
Canadian Aviation Moments |
Canadian Aviation Moments |
Here are the questions and answers to this month's Canadian Aviation Moments: |
Here are the questions and answers to this month's Canadian Aviation Moments: |
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| Question 1: What was the established policy of the German air force during the First World War?
Source: Canada’s Fighting Airmen, pg. 257-258 (Drew) |
Question 1: What was the established policy of the German air force during the First World War?
Source: Canada’s Fighting Airmen, pg. 257-258 (Drew) |
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| Question 2: What were the runways and other paved surfaces on BCATP fields equivalent to? Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 62 (Dunmore) |
Question 2: What were the runways and other paved surfaces on BCATP fields equivalent to? Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 62 (Dunmore) |
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| Question 3: Approaching D-Day, June 6, 1944, what was of prime importance for RAF Bomber Command? Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 328 (Bashow) |
Question 3: Approaching D-Day, June 6, 1944, what was of prime importance for RAF Bomber Command? Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 328 (Bashow) |
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Spoiler alert - the answers to this month's questions follow. Skip the rest of this section and come back later if you wish to guess/research the answers first. Good luck and have fun! |
Spoiler alert - the answers to this month's questions follow. Skip the rest of this section and come back later if you wish to guess/research the answers first. Good luck and have fun! |
ANSWER 1: “Claxton always expressed the greatest admiration for many of the German pilots, and recognized the fact that their failures to cross over into British territory was not due to fear but tot the established policy of the German air force, which had issued orders which made it an offence for German scouts to expose themselves to unnecessary risks by flying over the British lines.”
Source: Canada’s Fighting Airmen, pg. 257-258 (Drew) |
ANSWER 1: “Claxton always expressed the greatest admiration for many of the German pilots, and recognized the fact that their failures to cross over into British territory was not due to fear but tot the established policy of the German air force, which had issued orders which made it an offence for German scouts to expose themselves to unnecessary risks by flying over the British lines.”
Source: Canada’s Fighting Airmen, pg. 257-258 (Drew) |
ANSWER 2: “But occasionally too much was attempted too quickly. “A party of VIPs made a tactical error in visiting a prairie school that had recently been opened in gumbo season. The inevitable happened. Their staff cars sank to the axles, and they were forced to carry on in high rubber boots, up to their knees in good old Manitoba mud. The next morning at 0901 hours an order emanated from a very high level to the effect that, at once, the very first thing to be done at every site was to pave the roads. It was,” Luke commented, “a splendid but very impractical idea.” Later, some indefatigable statistician calculated that the runways and other paved surfaces on BCATP fields were the equivalent of a twenty-foot-wide highway running from Halifax to Vancouver.” Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 62 (Dunmore) |
ANSWER 2: “But occasionally too much was attempted too quickly. “A party of VIPs made a tactical error in visiting a prairie school that had recently been opened in gumbo season. The inevitable happened. Their staff cars sank to the axles, and they were forced to carry on in high rubber boots, up to their knees in good old Manitoba mud. The next morning at 0901 hours an order emanated from a very high level to the effect that, at once, the very first thing to be done at every site was to pave the roads. It was,” Luke commented, “a splendid but very impractical idea.” Later, some indefatigable statistician calculated that the runways and other paved surfaces on BCATP fields were the equivalent of a twenty-foot-wide highway running from Halifax to Vancouver.” Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 62 (Dunmore) |
ANSWER 3: “Approaching D-Day, deceiving the enemy about the Allies’ true intentions in Normandy was of paramount importance for Bomber Command. Widely diversified targets were bombed throughout May. Then, on the nights of 2/3 June, 3/4 June and 4/5 June, deception raids were carried out on coastal gun positions in the Pas de Calais region. Only on the night prior to the invasion, 5/6 June, were the gun batteries along the Normandy coast pounded in an extensive and concentrated manner from the air.” Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 328 (Bashow) |
ANSWER 3: “Approaching D-Day, deceiving the enemy about the Allies’ true intentions in Normandy was of paramount importance for Bomber Command. Widely diversified targets were bombed throughout May. Then, on the nights of 2/3 June, 3/4 June and 4/5 June, deception raids were carried out on coastal gun positions in the Pas de Calais region. Only on the night prior to the invasion, 5/6 June, were the gun batteries along the Normandy coast pounded in an extensive and concentrated manner from the air.” Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 328 (Bashow) |
Select a chapter to discover what they have been up to since the last newsletter. Many of our Chapters remain very active on Zoom with presentations every bit as good as they would be if we did not have pandemic restrictions to deal with! |
Select a chapter to discover what they have been up to since the last newsletter. Many of our Chapters remain very active on Zoom with presentations every bit as good as they would be if we did not have pandemic restrictions to deal with! |
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Special Thanks To Our Supporters |
Special Thanks To Our Supporters |
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In addition to its members, contributors, and newsletter subscribers, the CAHS is thankful for the ongoing support of its Corporate Members, Museum Members, and Partner Organizations, as well as the many individuals and organizations whose financial donations are so generously given. If you would like to become a Corporate Member or Museum Member - or if you know an organization that might like to join - we are always happy to receive new applications. Please use the hyperlinks above to learn more about our corporate members and partner organizations. Corporate Members: |
In addition to its members, contributors, and newsletter subscribers, the CAHS is thankful for the ongoing support of its Corporate Members, Museum Members, and Partner Organizations, as well as the many individuals and organizations whose financial donations are so generously given. If you would like to become a Corporate Member or Museum Member - or if you know an organization that might like to join - we are always happy to receive new applications. Please use the hyperlinks above to learn more about our corporate members and partner organizations. Corporate Members: |
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If you have changed your mailing or e-mail address, please get in touch to keep us up to date. Contact the Membership Administrator here. To enquire about membership payment records, contact the Treasurer here. Click here to renew immediately online, or to join as a new member. If you would like to register or renew by mail, printable forms are also available in the bottom area of this page on our site. If you have any aviation history-related news or events to share, please contact our newsletter editor here. Please feel free to forward to friends and family members, or encourage them to sign up on our website to receive the newsletter directly for FREE. We hope that you enjoy receiving this monthly newsletter and find the contents informative and enjoyable. If you no longer wish to receive it for any reason, please use the unsubscribe option below to have your email address removed immediately from the mailing list. |
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The Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) P.O. Box 2700 • Station D • Ottawa • Ontario • K1P 5W7 visit us at www.cahs.com The CAHS is incorporated as a Canadian Registered Charity under a Federal Charter with the business registration number 118829589 RR001 |
The Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) P.O. Box 2700 • Station D • Ottawa • Ontario • K1P 5W7 visit us at www.cahs.com The CAHS is incorporated as a Canadian Registered Charity under a Federal Charter with the business registration number 118829589 RR001 |
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