Ontario

Province Code
ON
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-065
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 12N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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Sicily – Sicile

In the Allied invasion of southern Europe, four Royal Canadian Navy landing craft flotillas carried assault troops from ships to shore. Royal Canadian Air Force medium bombers struck military targets and Spitfire fighters supported the ground fighting. 1st Canadian Infantry Division and 1st Canadian Army Tank Brigade landed to light opposition but encountered heavy resistance in the centre of the island until the enemy was driven to the Italian mainland. Sicily was taken by mid-August after a five week campaign.

Lors de l’invasion alliée du sud de l’Europe, quatre flottilles de péniches de débarquement de la Marine Royale du Canada ont transporté des troupes d’assaut de navires à terres. Les bombardiers moyens de l’Aviation Royale du Canada ont frappé des cibles militaires et les chasseurs Spitfire ont appuyé les combats au sol. Le 1e Division de  l’Infanterie canadienne et la 1e Brigade de chars de l’Armée canadienne ont accosté dans le but de tomber sur l’ennemi; elles ont fait face é une résistance importante au centre de l’île jusqu’à ce que l’ennemi soit repoussé sur le continent italien. La Sicile a été prise à la mi-août après une campagne qui a duré cinq semaines.

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This memorial is dedicated to the Canadian participation in the liberation of Sicily during the Second World War.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8873
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-064
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 11N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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Biscay – Biscaye

This battle honour was awarded to HMC Ships that were involved in actions with the enemy during anti-shipping and anti-submarine patrols in the Bay of Biscay, especially during the summer of 1944 when they helped cut-off the escape of U-boats and surface vessels attempting to flee French bases cut off by Allied grounded forces.

Cet honneur de guerre a été remis au NCSM qui ont participé au combat au cours des patrouilles antinavires et anti-sous-marins dans la baie de Biscaye, en particulier au cours de l’été 1944 où ils ont aidé à empêcher les U-boats et les navires de surface de se retirer alors que ces derniers tentaient de se libérer des forces terrestres alliées des bases françaises.

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This memorial is dedicated to the Battle of Biscay and the Canadian ships who were awarded the Battle Honour “Biscay”.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Pplaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8872
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-063
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 10N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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BCATP

Between April 1940 and 31 March 1945, over 100,000 staff manned the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP). This huge air training scheme was established over some 360 schools and ancillary units on approximately 231 sites. President Franklin D. Roosevelt referred to Canada as the “aerodrome of democracy”.

Entre avril 1940 et 31 mai 1945, plus de 100,000 soldats ont été affectés au programme d’entraînement aérien du Commonwealth (BCATP). Ce plan d’entraînement aérien d’envergure était répandu dans plus de 360 écoles et unités auxiliaires sur environ 231 emplacements. Le Président Franklin D. Roosevelt parlait à l’époque du Canada comme étant « l’aérodrome de la démocratie ».

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This memorial plaque is a tribute to Canada’s pivotal role in the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP).

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8871
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-062
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 9N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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Ortona

In December 1943, Canadian soldiers had pushed the Germans back to the Italian town of Ortona. Much of Ortona was reduced to rubble, making it difficult for the Canadians to use tanks. The Germans barricaded themselves in houses and mined streets. The house to house battle lasted 9 days with the Canadians blasting their way through walls to get from building to building. Ortona was taken by 28 December.

En décembre 1943, les soldats canadiens avaient repoussé les Allemands jusqu’à Ortona, une ville italienne. La grande majorité de la ville d’Ortona avait été réduite en ruines, les Canadiens avaient donc eu la difficulté à se servir de leurs chars. Les Allemands étaient barricadés dans les maisons et les rues étaient minées. La bataille de maison à maison a duré neuf jours et les Canadiens ont réussi à percer les murs d’un immeuble à l’autre. Ortona a été reprise le 28 décembre.

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This memorial is dedicated to the Canadian Army participation in the Battle of Ortona.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8870
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-061
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 8N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Peacekeepers – Casques Bleus

Since 1948 Canadian sailors, soldiers, airmen and airwomen have continuously served with honour and distinction in peacekeeping operations for the United Nations. They uphold the honour of those who served before them and set the example for those who will follow.

Depuis 1948, les matelots, les soldats, les aviateurs et aviatrices canadiens ont toujours servi avec honneur et distinction dans les opérations de maintien de la paix pour les Nations Unies. Ils ont fait honneur à ceux qui ont servi avant eux et servent d’exemple à ceux qui suivront.

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This memorial plaque is a tribute to the service rendered by Canadian military members involved in peacekeeping operations.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8869
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-060
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 4S
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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Ceylon – Ceylan

413 Squadron flew its first patrol on 31 March 1942. On 4 April 1942, a Catalina aircraft from 413 Squadron spotted and reported a large Japanese invasion force 560 km south of Ceylon; a message was sent to Ceylon warning them of the impending Japanese attack. Ceylon was alerted to the Japanese fleet in time to repulse the attack.

Le 413e Escadron a volé au cours de ses premières patrouilles le 31 mars 1942. Le 4 avril 1942, un aéronef Catalina du 413e Escadron a découvert et signalé une force d’invasion importante du Japon à 560 kilomètres au nord de Ceylan. Un message a été envoyé à Ceylan les avertissant d’une attaque japonaise imminente. Ceylan a été avertie à temps de l’arrivée de la flotte japonaise et a pu repousser l’attaque.

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This memorial is dedicated to the Canadian participation in the defence of Ceylon.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8868
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-059
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 2S
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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GULF AND KUWAIT
LE GOLFE ET
LE KOWEÏT

This battle honour was awarded to HMC Ships and Air Squadrons that participated in OPERATION FRICTION in the Persian Gulf in 1991. Among many duties, Canadian warships screened the coalition logistic force, provided escort to the northern gulf and enforced the UN trade embargo. Two Air Squadrons were force multipliers, extending the sensory capabilities of HMC Ships and refueling coalition aircraft; and two squadrons of CF-18s provided combat air patrols to HMC Ships and later in the ground attack role.

Cet honneur de guerre a été remis aux NCSM et aux escadrons aériens qui ont participé à l’opération Friction en 1991 dans le golfe Persique. Parmi les nombreuses tâches, les navires de guerre canadiens ont servie d’écran aux forces logistiques de la coalition, ont servi d’escorte au nord du Golfe et ont renforcé l’embargo commercial de l’ONU. Deux escadrons aériens étaient des multiplicateurs de forces; ils élargissaient les capacités sensorielles des NCSM et ravitaillaient en carburant les aéronefs de la coalition. Deux escadrons de CF-18 ont effectué des patrouilles aériennes de combat pour les NCSM, pour ensuite assumer un rôle d’attaque au sol.

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This memorial plaque is dedicated to the Canadian participation in the Gulf War and the Canadian ships and squadrons who were awarded the Battle Honour “Gulf and Kuwait”.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8867
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-058
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 3S
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Ypres

In April 1915, the 1st Canadian Division fought the grim Second Battle of Ypres, in Belgium, during which the Germans introduced poison gas to the Western Front. The Canadians fought bravely despite being violently ill from gas and their courage and ability in the face of this new weapon of war won them recognition as first class troops.

En avril 1915, la 1e Division canadienne a combattu lors de la deuxième bataille d’Ypres, en Belgique, au cours de laquelle les Allemands ont introduit les gaz toxiques au Front Ouest. Les Canadiens ont combattu bien que les gaz les aient rendus malades. Leur courage et leurs capacités face à cette nouvelle arme de guerre leur ont valu d’être reconnus comme étant une force de combat d’élite.

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This memorial is dedicated to the 1st Canadian Division participation in the Second Battle of Ypres.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8866
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-057
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 5S
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Mediterranean – Méditerranée

This battle honour was awarded the HMC Ships that conducted convoy escort, troop transport, assault landing, anti-submarine and anti-shipping patrols, and shore bombardments during general operations in the Mediterranean during 1940 – 1945.

Cet honneur de guerre a été remis aux NCSM qui ont escorté des convois, transporté et débarqué des troupes, effectué des patrouilles anti-sous-marines et antinavires ou des bombardements côtiers au cours opérations générales sur la Méditerranée entre 1940 et 1945.

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This memorial is dedicated to the Canadian participation in the Battle of the Mediterranean and the Canadian ships who were awarded the Battle Honour “Mediterranean”.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8865
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-056
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 6S
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Flers-Courcelette

The battle of Flers-Courcelette began on 15 September 1916, when an enormous artillery bombardment erupted along a 16-kilometre front. The British Fourth Army and units of th 2nd and 3rd Canadian Divisions then delivered the main attack; Canadians had taken the German front line trenches around the village of Courcelette, which they captured shortly thereafter.

La bataille de Flers-Courcelette a commencé le 15 septembre 1916 avec le bombardement intensif d’artillerie d’une zone de 16 kilomètres. La 4e Armée britannique et les unités de la 2e et de la 3e Divisions canadiennes ont lancé les principales attaques; les Canadiens ont pris d’assaut les tranchées allemandes autour du village de Courcelette et les ont occupées peu de temps après.

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This memorial is dedicated to the 2nd Canadian Division and 3rd Canadian Division participation in the Battle of Flers-Courcelette.

This plaque is one of 39 plaques unveiled in 2009 at Hylands Golf Club. The plaques commemorate former Ottawa-area military installations, a military patron saint, battle honours, ships, units, and squadrons.

City
Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8864