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Don't forget to submit your bids by June 2 on Saginaw Spirit's commemorative jersey's from Friday's opener!

All proceeds will benefit the The Royal Canadian Legion Dominion Command Poppy Trust Fund ➡️ chl.ca/auctions

Don't forget to submit your bids by June 2 on @SpiritHockey's commemorative jersey's from Friday's #MemorialCup opener! All proceeds will benefit the @RoyalCdnLegion Dominion Command Poppy Trust Fund ➡️ chl.ca/auctions
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Today, May 28th 2024, marks a monumental day in Canada.

On this day twenty-four years ago, the remains of the Unknown Soldier were flown to Ottawa to be laid to rest at the National War Memorial.

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The Unknown Newfoundland soldier, who fought and died in Northern France more than a century ago, has now returned home.

It was an emotional homecoming, as hundreds of spectators gathered in the city to pay homage to the man who left Newfoundland to fight in the Great War. And

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Salute from members as NL's Unknown Soldier's remains were brought home from France after more than a century. It was a solemn moment as they paid respect to a fallen comrade who made the ultimate sacrifice

Salute from #RNFLDRFamily members as NL's Unknown Soldier's remains were brought home from France after more than a century. It was a solemn moment as they paid respect to a fallen comrade who made the ultimate sacrifice #OPDISTINCTION #NLMemorial100
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Check out this stylish, practical, and environmentally friendly Poppy Tote from The Poppy Store!

Shop the Poppy Tote online by visiting: poppystore.ca/poppy-canvas-s… , in-person at your local Legion branch, or by calling 1-888-301-2268.

Check out this stylish, practical, and environmentally friendly Poppy Tote from The Poppy Store! Shop the Poppy Tote online by visiting: poppystore.ca/poppy-canvas-s… , in-person at your local Legion branch, or by calling 1-888-301-2268.
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The Unknown Soldier is now Home in Newfoundland. He represents all those from our province who fought in the Great War but never came home. Nfld is the last Dominion of Great Britain to repatriate its son. We Will Remember them!

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Airbus preparing to land at St.Johns NL with the remains of the Newfoundland unknown soldier for Repatriation. Guided by the Military 2 F-18 Aircraft, the unknown Sons loss to the Great War are Coming Home.

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Get your hands on Saginaw Spirit's commemorative jersey's in the 2024 presented by Dow auction!

All proceeds will benefit the The Royal Canadian Legion Dominion Command Poppy Trust Fund ➡️ chl.ca/auctions

Get your hands on @SpiritHockey's commemorative jersey's in the 2024 #MemorialCup presented by Dow auction! All proceeds will benefit the @RoyalCdnLegion Dominion Command Poppy Trust Fund ➡️ chl.ca/auctions
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French and Canadian soldiers line the path as the remains of the Newfoundland Unknown Soldier makes his way to the Caribou in Beaumont Hamel today.

French and Canadian soldiers line the path as the remains of the Newfoundland Unknown Soldier makes his way to the Caribou in Beaumont Hamel today.
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'It is gratifying to know that local veterans and community members understand the Legion's mission and want to be part of it, and also want to help us modernize and offer new and innovative ways to serve our Veterans, their families and communities”
barrie.ctvnews.ca/wasaga-beach-t…

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The Red Ensign — the flag that the Newfoundland Unknown Soldier fought under — follows him home today.

It was lowered and folded by Frank Sullivan and Berkeley Lawrence of the Royal Canadian Legion Newfoundland Command.

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Today we reflect on the Battle of Ypres that occurred between April 22 and May 25, 1915. Facing the first poisonous gas attack of the war, Canadian Troops helped hold the line against the German military.

To learn more, visit: legionmagazine.com/with-the-guns-…

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ATTENTION - Visit the Royal Nfld Regiment Family page on Facebook for the link to watch the Repatriation Ceremony live from Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Saturday @ 11 AM CEST which is 0630 local

ATTENTION - Visit the Royal Nfld Regiment Family page on Facebook for the link to watch the Repatriation Ceremony live from Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Saturday @ 11 AM CEST which is 0630 local #OPDISTINCTION #NLMemorial100 #RNFLDRFamily
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This year’s Saginaw Spirit commemorative jersey features elements from both 🇨🇦 and 🇺🇸, signifying the rich history of collaboration and allyship between the two countries.

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Work with fellow Veterans to overcome PTSD, rebuild relationships and find meaning in the civilian world. Our programs are free and available to all veterans and RCMP, active or retired, all ages, in English and French. More info: vtncanada.org

Work with fellow Veterans to overcome PTSD, rebuild relationships and find meaning in the civilian world. Our programs are free and available to all veterans and RCMP, active or retired, all ages, in English and French. More info: vtncanada.org #NeverAlone
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On Saturday, just after 7:00pm, a soldier from this province who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the first World War will finally return home.

Upon arrival in St. John’s, a hearse carrying the casket with the remains of an unknown Newfoundland soldier will follow a

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Tomorrow, May 25, the CAF will repatriate an unknown soldier who served in the Dominion of Newfoundland during the First World War. His remains will be transported from Beaumont-Hamel, France, to St. John's where they will be reburied on July 1... 1/2

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