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Churchill a Moment in Time

Posted on July 17, 2015 by irishroverpei

Moment in time: Winston Churchill tours Berlin – July 16, 1945 When Winston Churchill arrived in Berlin in the summer of 1945, most of the agenda was reserved for important geopolitical business: a summit of victorious powers in nearby Potsdam. … Continue reading →

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A Day To Remember. Nov 21st 1918

Posted on November 22, 2014 by irishroverpei

Armistice Day is remembered as the day World War One ended, but for naval historians Britain’s greatest victory came 10 days later. Operation ZZ was the code name for the surrender of Germany’s mighty navy. For those who witnessed “Der … Continue reading →

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RCN Submarines 1914-2014

Posted on March 31, 2014 by irishroverpei

The photo is that of U 889 surrendering to members of the Royal Canadian Navy in 1945. Just another page in the history of our great Navy. I hope you will view the attached video history of celebration of 100 … Continue reading →

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Roll Out The Barrels!!

Posted on February 15, 2014 by irishroverpei

“Roll out the barrel we’ll have a barrel of fun”, was an old wartime favourite pub singalong, those of you in my age category will fondly  remember it.   In the photos I have posted today you will see the USS … Continue reading →

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