Ontario

Province Code
ON
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-045
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 18S
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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Atlantic – Atlantique

This battle honour was awarded to HMC Ships that participated in the longest and the most far reaching single battle of the Second World War – the Battle of the Atlantic. During the 2075 days of the battle, Canadian warships escorted over 188 million tons of supplies to Britain – thus ensuring the survival of Great Britain, the success of the Normandy invasion and the liberation of Europe.

Cet honneur de guerre a été remis aux NCSM qui ont participé à la plus longue et la plus retentissante bataille de la Seconde Guerre mondiale – la bataille de l’Atlantique. Pendant les 2075 jours qu’a duré la bataille, les navires de guerre canadiens ont escorté plus de 188 millions de tonnes de fournitures vers la Grande-Bretagne, assurant ainsi sa survie, le réussite de l’invasion de la Normandie et la libération de l’Europe.

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

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.

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Ottawa
Country
Type Description
Plaque (black stone) on a pedestal
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8852
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-044
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 1N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Vimy

In the spring of 1917 the task of taking Vimy Ridge was given to the Canadian Corps. On 9 April, 1917, after careful training and rehearsal and supported by almost 1000 artillery pieces, Canadians attacked along a 6.4 km front. It was the first time the four Canadian divisions fought together as a formation and they achieved a magnificent victory, sweeping the Germans off the ridge by 14 April. The Canadian Corps was to gain recognition as an elite fighting force.

Au printemps 1917, le Corps canadien a reçu la tâche de prendre la crête de Vimy. Le 9 avril 1917, après s’être entrainés et avoir répété, les Canadiens ont attaqué sur un front de 6.4 km appuyés de près de 1000 pièces d’artillerie. Les quatre divisons canadiennes combattaient ensemble pour la première fois dans une formation et elles ont remporté une magnifique victoire, balayant tous les Allemands de la crête le 14 avril. Le Corps canadien a également été reconnu comme une force de combat d’élite.

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This memorial plaque is dedicated to the Canadian Corps’ victory at the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

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
8851
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-043
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 2N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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English Channel – Manche

This battle honour was awarded to HMC Ships that participated in operations to clear the English Channel of enemy shipping and minefields throughout the Second World War, especially during the period of 1939-1941 when conditions were extremely hazardous and the expectation of a German invasion of Britain was at its height.

Au cours de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, en particulier au cours de la période 1939 à 1941, les navires canadiens de Sa Majesté qui ont participé aux opérations pour chasser les navires ennemis de la Manche et y enlever les champs de mines, ont reçu les honneurs de guerre puisque ces opérations ont eu lieu dans des conditions extrêmement dangereuses et à un moment où on s’attendait à ce que les Allemands envahissent la Grande-Bretagne.

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This memorial plaque is a tribute to the Battle Honour “English Channel” awarded to HMC Ships that participated in operations in the English Channel.

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
8850
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-042
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 3N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Remembrance Day – Jour du Souvenir

The first Remembrance Day, held in 1919 throughout the Commonwealth, was originally called Armistice Day. The day commemorated the end of the First World War on Monday 11 November 1918 at 11 A.M.; the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. Refrain: We will remember them.

Le premier Jour de Souvenir a eu lieu en 1919 partout dans les pays du Commonwealth. On l’a d’abord appelé Journée de l’Armistice. Cette journée rappelait la fin de la Première Guerre mondiales qui avait été signée le lundi 11 novembre 1918 à 11h du matin : la 11e heure du 11e jour du 11e mois.

Ils ne vieilliront pas comme nous qui leurs avons survécu. Ils ne connaîtront jamais l’outrage ni le poids des années. Quand viendra l’heure du crépuscule et celle de l’aurore, nous nous souviendrons d’eux. Refrain : Nous nous souviendrons d’eux.

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This memorial plaque is a tribute to Remembrance Day and the end of the First 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
8849
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-041
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 4N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Korea – Corée

From winter 1951 – 1952 the Canadian Army conducted offensive and defensive operations in the advance to and withdrawal from the 38th parallel. The Royal Canadian Navy, with 3 destroyers in Korean waters at all times conducted evacuations, shore bombardment, patrols and blockades. The Royal Canadian Air Force contributed 426 Transport Squadron, and 22 RCAF pilots were attached to the United States Fifth Air Force and flew with Sabre-equipped fighter interceptor squadrons.

À partir de l’hiver 1951-1952, l’Armée canadienne a effectué des opérations offensives et défensives pour avancer jusqu’au 38e parallèle et s’y retirer. Les trois destroyers de la Marine Royale du Canada ont procédé à des évacuations, des bombardements du littoral, des patrouilles et des blocus dans les eaux coréennes. L’Aviation Royale canadienne a fourni 426e Escadron de Transport, et 22 pilotes de l’ARC attachés au United States Fifth Air Force ont volé avec les escadrons de combat de chasseur-intercepteurs.

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This memorial is dedicated to the Canadian participation in the Korean 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
8848
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-040
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 5N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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HMCS HAIDA (G63/215) NCSM Haida

“Canada’s most famous warship,” HAIDA participated in North Russia convoy duties in 1943, and in 1944 played a role in the sinking of three enemy destroyers, a U-boat and several smaller vessels during operations in support of the invasion of Normandy. She also saw service in Korea and the Cold War. HAIDA is preserved in Hamilton, ON and is open to the public.

«Le navire de guerre le plus connu du Canada», NCSM Haida a participé aux tâches de convoi au nord de la Russie en 1943 et en 1944, il a participé aux opérations en appui à l’invasion de la Normandie qui ont permis de couler trois destroyers ennemis, un U-boot et plusieurs vaisseaux. Ce navire a également servi en Corée et au cours de la guerre froide. Le NCSM Haida est conservé à Hamilton, en Ontario et est ouvert au public.

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This memorial plaque is dedicated to HMCS Haida.

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
8847
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-039
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 6N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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In November 1941, Canada sent 1975 troops to help garrison the British colony of Hong Kong. On 8 December 1941 the Japanese invaded Hong Kong. In their first land combat of the war, Canadian troops fought valiantly in a vicious, unequal struggle and their meagre defences were overrun in 17 days.

En novembre 1941, le Canada a envoyé 1975 soldats pour aider la garnison de la colonie britannique de Hong Kong. Le 8 décembre 1941, les Japonais ont envahi Hong Kong. Au cours du premier combat terrestre de cette guerre, les soldats canadiens se sont battus vaillamment dans un combat vicieux, inégal et leurs faibles défenses ont été détruites en 17 jours.

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

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
8846
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-038
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, near tee-off of hole 7N
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
Inscription

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Fortress Europe – Bastion Europe

This battle honour was awarded to RCAF squadrons for operations by aircraft based in the British Isles against targets in Germany, Italy and enemy-occupied Europe, from the fall of France to the invasion of Normandy.

Cet honneur de guerre a été accordé aux escadrons de l’ARC pour les opérations menées contre des cibles en Allemagne, en Italie et dans l’Europe occupée, par des aéronefs basés dans les îles britanniques, à la suite de la chute de la France et jusqu’à l’invasion de la Normandie.

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This plaque is a tribute to the Battle Honour “Fortress Europe”, awarded to RCAF squadrons for operations against enemy-occupied Europe.

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
8845
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-037
Type
Address
337 Breadner Boulevard
Location
Our Lady of the Airways Chapel
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3330709, -75.6644239
Inscription

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PILOT WINGS OF THE RCAF
IN MEMORY OF
AIR COMMODORE C.W. “CHUCK” BURGESS
AND
BRIGADIER GENERAL C.H. MUSSELLS
PRESENTED BY
S/L (RET) “ED” GROSSE
ON BEHALF OF THE OFFICERS AND MEN OF
426 SQUADRON

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This memorial is dedicated to the memory of Air Commodore C.W. Burgess, DFC and Brigadier General C.H. Mussells, DSO, DFC. It consists of sculpted Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) “wings” with a dedication plaque.

Charles Walter Burgess was born in November 1914 at Toronto. He enlisted in the RCAF Auxiliary as a Provisional Pilot Officer in October 1935 and was awarded his pilot “wings” in June 1937. From July 1940 to October 1943, he served at Training Schools in London, ON, Trenton, ON and Claresholm, AB. He was then posted overseas; first with 433 Squadron, followed by an appointment as the Commanding Officer of 426 Squadron in July 1944. Returning to Canada in August 1945, he continued to serve with the RCAF after the war and retired in March 1967 as an Air Commodore. He died in Ottawa in May 1988.

Campbell Haliburton Mussells was born in June 1920 in Montreal. He was a medical student at McGill University when he joined the RCAF in January 1940. For the first few years of the war, he was a flight instructor, but was then posted overseas; first with 426 Squadron and then with 405 Squadron, completing 30 missions between mid-September 1944 and early-March 1945. He remained with the RCAF after the war, holding various positions within Air Transport Command, Officer Commanding Central Flying School Trenton, Commanding Officer Station Uplands from 1957 to 1961 and Director Air Plans at AFHQ as well as attending the Imperial Defence College. He died in Ottawa in September 1987.

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Ottawa
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Type Description
Sculpture with plaque
Photo Credit
Richard Turcotte
Memorial CF Legacy ID
8882
City/Municipality
Ottawa
Memorial Number
35060-036
Type
Address
2101 Alert Road
Location
Hylands Golf Club, in front of the pro shop
in Canada
Yes
GPS Coordinates
45.3168713, -75.6506524
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St. Barbara’s Driving Range – Champ de pratique Sainte Barbe

St. Barbara is traditionally the patron saint of naval gunners, armourers, artillerymen and those who work with cannon and explosives. She is invoked for aid against thunder and lightning and against accidents resulting from explosions. She is honoured on her feast day of 4 December with good-natured competition for gunnery glory.

“Show me the power of your gun. Let the Thunder begin.”

Sainte Barbe est traditionnellement connue comme la patronne des canonniers marin, des armuriers, des artilleurs et des personne qui travaillent avec des canons et des explosifs. On la prie pour se protéger du tonnerre et de la foudre ainsi que des accidents causés par des explosifs. Elle est célébrée le 4 décembre en tenant une compétition amicale visant à couronner le meilleur canonnier.

« Montrez- moi la puissance de vos canons. Que le tonnerre gronde ».

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This driving range, Hylands Golf Club driving range, is dedicated to the military patron saint, Saint Barbara.

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
8844