It’s Remembrance Day: my grandfather was an RCAF navigator who bombed the Nazis and made it back, hell yeah Jack Hawken
November 11, 2025 at 3:34 PM
It’s Remembrance Day: my grandfather was an RCAF navigator who bombed the Nazis and made it back, hell yeah Jack Hawken
This Sunday in The Hangar: In the rafters above the RCAF section, as a few more additional #ModelAircraft arrived since my last visit 😁
November 9, 2025 at 6:35 PM
This Sunday in The Hangar: In the rafters above the RCAF section, as a few more additional #ModelAircraft arrived since my last visit 😁
My great uncle, Flight Engineer Archibald Don Gordon (1919-1943), RCAF 405 Squadron Bomber Command … his Halifax Bomber shot down over the Bay of Biscay off the coast of France during a mine laying expedition. Presumed missing for a time. Buried at Pornic, Loire-Atlantique, France.
#LestWeForget
#LestWeForget
November 10, 2025 at 11:29 PM
My great uncle, Flight Engineer Archibald Don Gordon (1919-1943), RCAF 405 Squadron Bomber Command … his Halifax Bomber shot down over the Bay of Biscay off the coast of France during a mine laying expedition. Presumed missing for a time. Buried at Pornic, Loire-Atlantique, France.
#LestWeForget
#LestWeForget
Remembering my grandfather, Charlie Calvert who served in England, India, and Myanmar as an aircraft carpenter (airplane frames were mostly wood at that point) in the RCAF during WWII. 🇨🇦
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay
November 11, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Remembering my grandfather, Charlie Calvert who served in England, India, and Myanmar as an aircraft carpenter (airplane frames were mostly wood at that point) in the RCAF during WWII. 🇨🇦
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay
My granddad was posted in Europe with the RCAF after WWII, where he witnessed the scale of destruction left after years of bombing, and where he saw the Cold War play out. He told me the day he flew over Dresden changed his life forever. When he returned to Canada he dedicated his energy to . . 1/3
November 11, 2025 at 2:18 PM
My granddad was posted in Europe with the RCAF after WWII, where he witnessed the scale of destruction left after years of bombing, and where he saw the Cold War play out. He told me the day he flew over Dresden changed his life forever. When he returned to Canada he dedicated his energy to . . 1/3
This Saturday, the Guelph Museums is hosting a Liberation and Remembrance Symposium to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the War and the liberation of Europe.
I'm speaking on the RCAF and other speakers include Roger Sarty, Geoff Hayes, and Alex Souchen.
guelphmuseums.ca/event/libera...
I'm speaking on the RCAF and other speakers include Roger Sarty, Geoff Hayes, and Alex Souchen.
guelphmuseums.ca/event/libera...
Liberation and Remembrance Symposium - Guelph Museums
This year marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War and the liberation of Europe. Eight decades later we reflect on Canada’s contributions to the war effort,…
guelphmuseums.ca
November 10, 2025 at 4:39 PM
This Saturday, the Guelph Museums is hosting a Liberation and Remembrance Symposium to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the War and the liberation of Europe.
I'm speaking on the RCAF and other speakers include Roger Sarty, Geoff Hayes, and Alex Souchen.
guelphmuseums.ca/event/libera...
I'm speaking on the RCAF and other speakers include Roger Sarty, Geoff Hayes, and Alex Souchen.
guelphmuseums.ca/event/libera...
November 12, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Thinking of my grandfather, John Ivan Hingley, and his fellow comrades of the RCAF 626 Squadron
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
November 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Thinking of my grandfather, John Ivan Hingley, and his fellow comrades of the RCAF 626 Squadron
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
Eternal thanks and appreciation
World War II
My dad RCAF
Uncle Ernie US Marines
Uncle Bill and son US Army
Uncle Charles British Army
The greatest generation ❤️🇨🇦😢
World War II
My dad RCAF
Uncle Ernie US Marines
Uncle Bill and son US Army
Uncle Charles British Army
The greatest generation ❤️🇨🇦😢
November 11, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Eternal thanks and appreciation
World War II
My dad RCAF
Uncle Ernie US Marines
Uncle Bill and son US Army
Uncle Charles British Army
The greatest generation ❤️🇨🇦😢
World War II
My dad RCAF
Uncle Ernie US Marines
Uncle Bill and son US Army
Uncle Charles British Army
The greatest generation ❤️🇨🇦😢
Thinking of my grandfather, John Ivan Hingley, and his fellow comrades of the RCAF 626 Squadron
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
November 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Thinking of my grandfather, John Ivan Hingley, and his fellow comrades of the RCAF 626 Squadron
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
We are grateful for your service and sacrifices ♥️🙏
One of my cousins, Isabella McGrath, had three sons who were killed in active service in World War Two. Robert (aged 23) and Dennis (25) perished a few months apart while serving with the RCAF, and James (20) was lost at sea while serving with the Royal Canadian Navy.
November 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
One of my cousins, Isabella McGrath, had three sons who were killed in active service in World War Two. Robert (aged 23) and Dennis (25) perished a few months apart while serving with the RCAF, and James (20) was lost at sea while serving with the Royal Canadian Navy.
Today I'll be thinking about William Dawson, CAMC & Harry G. Dickson Jr, RCAF who died in the First & Second World Wars. Both from London, Ontario, and the same age (22/20) as many of the students that I teach today. It's a privilege to share William & Harry's stories with them every year 🗃️ #cdnhist
November 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Today I'll be thinking about William Dawson, CAMC & Harry G. Dickson Jr, RCAF who died in the First & Second World Wars. Both from London, Ontario, and the same age (22/20) as many of the students that I teach today. It's a privilege to share William & Harry's stories with them every year 🗃️ #cdnhist
Static Display
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
Canadair CT-133 Silver Star
Reg. 21518
Leduc, Alberta ⚔️🛩️📸
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
Canadair CT-133 Silver Star
Reg. 21518
Leduc, Alberta ⚔️🛩️📸
November 7, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Static Display
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
Canadair CT-133 Silver Star
Reg. 21518
Leduc, Alberta ⚔️🛩️📸
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
Canadair CT-133 Silver Star
Reg. 21518
Leduc, Alberta ⚔️🛩️📸
My father was a tail gunner with the RCAF in WWII. He was 18 when he enlisted. He came home thankfully but I know now he had PTSD. He never spoke of the war. But when I asked him why he enlisted, he said because it was the right thing to do. I’m thankful to him, and my husband who served 21 yrs with
November 11, 2025 at 11:39 AM
My father was a tail gunner with the RCAF in WWII. He was 18 when he enlisted. He came home thankfully but I know now he had PTSD. He never spoke of the war. But when I asked him why he enlisted, he said because it was the right thing to do. I’m thankful to him, and my husband who served 21 yrs with
okay ill stop harping on about roundels BUT it remains funny to me that most of the former British dominions just went "uuuuuuh shit just replace the circle with the national animal (or in Canada's case, a leaf)" the moment they went to design their own roundels. no points for guessing who's who
November 12, 2025 at 12:31 AM
okay ill stop harping on about roundels BUT it remains funny to me that most of the former British dominions just went "uuuuuuh shit just replace the circle with the national animal (or in Canada's case, a leaf)" the moment they went to design their own roundels. no points for guessing who's who
Honoring this guy today, my gramps, Keith Ashe‼️ Fighting for Canada 🇨🇦 in the RCAF. I AM ANTIFA 🖕🏼💙🦋🔥 🐸Thank you to all who serve and their families ♥️ #Pinks 💞
November 11, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Honoring this guy today, my gramps, Keith Ashe‼️ Fighting for Canada 🇨🇦 in the RCAF. I AM ANTIFA 🖕🏼💙🦋🔥 🐸Thank you to all who serve and their families ♥️ #Pinks 💞
My father was a RCAF pharmacist and navigator. He would have gotten his plane lost in them.
November 11, 2025 at 11:16 PM
My father was a RCAF pharmacist and navigator. He would have gotten his plane lost in them.
Dad didn't talk much about his time in the RCAF. Something seriously traumatic happened (I have zero details.) But he did tell me his very first assignment on active duty was standing on the tarmac at attention, welcoming soldiers home from Korea. Said they were the worst days ever.
November 11, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Dad didn't talk much about his time in the RCAF. Something seriously traumatic happened (I have zero details.) But he did tell me his very first assignment on active duty was standing on the tarmac at attention, welcoming soldiers home from Korea. Said they were the worst days ever.
As I head out to join our #RCNavy sailors at HMCS CATARAQUI in Kingston for #RemembranceDay services, I will be also be honouring my Grandfather, Canadian Armoured Corps 1944-45 & my son & daughter-in-law, currently serving RCAF. Three generations of service, we all trained at CFB Borden.
November 11, 2025 at 1:44 PM
As I head out to join our #RCNavy sailors at HMCS CATARAQUI in Kingston for #RemembranceDay services, I will be also be honouring my Grandfather, Canadian Armoured Corps 1944-45 & my son & daughter-in-law, currently serving RCAF. Three generations of service, we all trained at CFB Borden.
Ah, #FighterFriday, what would we do without you to cheer our week?
An RCAF #Hornet and a brace of French #Rafale. Lovely!
#PhotographersofBluesky #UKPhotographers #PhotographersUnited #avgeek #Aviation #AviationPhotography #MilitaryAviation #Canon #TeamCanon #SigmaLens #SigmaLenses #Sigma150600
An RCAF #Hornet and a brace of French #Rafale. Lovely!
#PhotographersofBluesky #UKPhotographers #PhotographersUnited #avgeek #Aviation #AviationPhotography #MilitaryAviation #Canon #TeamCanon #SigmaLens #SigmaLenses #Sigma150600
November 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Ah, #FighterFriday, what would we do without you to cheer our week?
An RCAF #Hornet and a brace of French #Rafale. Lovely!
#PhotographersofBluesky #UKPhotographers #PhotographersUnited #avgeek #Aviation #AviationPhotography #MilitaryAviation #Canon #TeamCanon #SigmaLens #SigmaLenses #Sigma150600
An RCAF #Hornet and a brace of French #Rafale. Lovely!
#PhotographersofBluesky #UKPhotographers #PhotographersUnited #avgeek #Aviation #AviationPhotography #MilitaryAviation #Canon #TeamCanon #SigmaLens #SigmaLenses #Sigma150600
“His efficiency as a navigator on more than one occasion has been responsible for saving the lives of the crew.
This officer has shown dogged determination and keenness at all times. His outstanding gallantry is worthy of high praise.”
RCAF 425 Squadron (Allouettes)
This officer has shown dogged determination and keenness at all times. His outstanding gallantry is worthy of high praise.”
RCAF 425 Squadron (Allouettes)
November 11, 2025 at 3:31 AM
“His efficiency as a navigator on more than one occasion has been responsible for saving the lives of the crew.
This officer has shown dogged determination and keenness at all times. His outstanding gallantry is worthy of high praise.”
RCAF 425 Squadron (Allouettes)
This officer has shown dogged determination and keenness at all times. His outstanding gallantry is worthy of high praise.”
RCAF 425 Squadron (Allouettes)
RCAF Order:
In a significant move to modernize the Canadian jets, the Canadian government confirmed an order for 88 F-35A Lightning II jets in January 2023. These state-of-the-art stealth fighters are expected to begin replacing the aging CF-18 Hornets over the next few years, heralding a new era...
In a significant move to modernize the Canadian jets, the Canadian government confirmed an order for 88 F-35A Lightning II jets in January 2023. These state-of-the-art stealth fighters are expected to begin replacing the aging CF-18 Hornets over the next few years, heralding a new era...
November 10, 2025 at 8:12 PM
RCAF Order:
In a significant move to modernize the Canadian jets, the Canadian government confirmed an order for 88 F-35A Lightning II jets in January 2023. These state-of-the-art stealth fighters are expected to begin replacing the aging CF-18 Hornets over the next few years, heralding a new era...
In a significant move to modernize the Canadian jets, the Canadian government confirmed an order for 88 F-35A Lightning II jets in January 2023. These state-of-the-art stealth fighters are expected to begin replacing the aging CF-18 Hornets over the next few years, heralding a new era...
An RCAF CF-188 Hornet performing a touch-n-go on runway 27 at during the 2025 edition of the Aero Gatineau Air Show. Photo taken September 13th, 2025. Aircraft tail #188753. #aerogatineauottawa #cf18hornet #cf188 #cf188hornet #warbirds #f18hornet #aviationphotography #planelovers #aviationlovers
November 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
An RCAF CF-188 Hornet performing a touch-n-go on runway 27 at during the 2025 edition of the Aero Gatineau Air Show. Photo taken September 13th, 2025. Aircraft tail #188753. #aerogatineauottawa #cf18hornet #cf188 #cf188hornet #warbirds #f18hornet #aviationphotography #planelovers #aviationlovers
