by Val | Aug 19, 2018 | Links, News & Events, Posts
76 years ago, on August 19, 1942, the Dieppe Raid was launched; it would prove to be “the bloodiest single day for Canada’s military in the entire Second World War” (Veterans Affairs, Canada). Watch this video, a remembrance of the Dieppe Raid. And...
by Val | Aug 18, 2018 | Aircraft, Heritage Air Park, Links, Member Info, News & Events, Posts, Vehicles
You might recall an earlier post in which volunteers were thanked for their contributions to the Y2K Gala Dinner. The maintenance team made a tow bar for use by the Y2K Spitfire. The following are photos taken of this tow bar: Kevin Kinsella,...
by Val | Aug 17, 2018 | Aircraft, Books, Links, News & Events, Posts
We can’t think about the Y2K Spitfire Gala without including Stocky Edwards. We recently honoured him on his 97th Birthday. In our Research Library, we have two books that give the reader a closer look at this WWII Flying Ace: The first is “The Desert...
by Val | Aug 15, 2018 | Aircraft, Links, News & Events, Posts
Mike Owen, one of our volunteers, was fortunate to be able to watch the Spitfire on two occasions since its arrival back here in Comox Valley. We’re happy to share them with you! The first occasion was at the Comox Harbour Fly Past. You can see his video here....
by Val | Aug 9, 2018 | Community Outreach, Links, Member Info, News & Events, Posts
Established in 2008, National Peacekeepers’ Day honours personnel of the Canadian Armed Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, provincial and municipal police forces, as well as Canadian diplomats and civilians who have worked in support of international...
by Val | Aug 5, 2018 | Aircraft, Collections, Links, News & Events, Posts
It’s our honour to continue to share Al Wilson‘s work for all of you to enjoy.
The CAFM commemorates the role and history of 19 Wing (CFB/RCAF/RAF), documenting significant achievements in West Coast Military Aviation History.
Founded in 1982 as part of the Air Force Indoctrination School, CAFM was accredited as a stand-alone Canadian Forces Museum and officially opened its doors to the public on 12 September 1987.