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A Tribute to Samuel Moe Hurwitz from Bergen op Zoom,

The following is a letter sent to the Regiment via email from two citizens of Bergen op Zoom (Dutch pronunciation: [ˌbɛrɣə(n) ɔp ˈsoːm] ⓘ;[a] called Berrege [ˈbɛrəɣə] in the local dialect) is a city in the municipality in southwestern Netherlands. It is located in the province of North Brabant, at the provincial border with Zeeland. ‘Dear Grenadier’s, Because of the […]
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CGG Museum Artifact – THE GILLETTE ‘KHAKI SET’ CANADIAN ISSUED SHAVING KIT DURING WW2

THE GILLETTE ‘KHAKI SET’ CANADIAN ISSUED SHAVING KIT DURING WW2 By Lieutenant Michael A. Hayes-Rivet, retired.              An original 1932 model Gillette Canada Khaki set shaving kit issued to members of the 22nd Canadian Armoured Regiment during WW2 currently on display at the Musée Canadian Grenadier Guards Museum – Montreal, PQ, Canada   Sometimes the […]
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Famous Canadian Artist, 245th Battalion Canadian Grenadier Guards

FAMOUS CANADIAN ARTIST COMMISSIONED FROM THE RANKS (245th Battalion CGG) JOINED THE BRITISH IMPERIAL ARMY Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randolph_Hewton “Canadian Mountain River” Oil on Canvass painted circa 1920 by Randolph Stanley Hewton, RCA, MC Acquired as part of the ‘Hayes-Rivet (MHR) Trust Collection’ in 2024   We would like to thank Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet for sharing this information with cgg.ca HEWTON, Randolf […]
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Sergeant William John Young, DCM, 60th Battalion VCR (The Canadian Grenadier Guards) pre – WWI

FALL IN THE GUARDS! A TRIBUTE TO THE WWI SOLDIERS OF CANADA’S 1ST REGIMENT, THE CANADIAN GRENADIER GUARDS CGG Did you Know? Sgt. William John Young, DCM One of CGG’s Thirty-Four (34) WWI era Distinguished Conduct Medal Winners Photo of Deborah Martin, grandniece of World War I veteran William John Young from Raymond, Alberta, Canada Source: Remembrance Day Article, news-ca.churchofjesuschrist.org […]
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The Coronation Medal – Commemorates the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III as King of Canada, presented to Kamarinos Spanos

                  Congratulations to Kamarinos Spanos, a Colour Sergeant in the Serving Battalion of The Canadian Grenadier Guards, who received the Canadian Coronation Medal on Wednesday October 16, 2024 at a special ceremony in Laval Québec, presented by Annie Koutrakis, Member of Parliament for Vimy, in recognition of his exceptional service and unwavering […]
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The Canadian Grenadier Guards and the Town of Hampstead

Town of Hampstead It’s been a year since the Freedom of the City was conferred upon The Canadian Grenadier Guards, marking a proud moment in our town’s history. The resilience and sense of community shown that day remain a powerful reminder of the strong bond between our town and those who serve. As we reflect on this meaningful occasion, we’re […]
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Chief of the General Staff, British Army, General Sir Roly Walker – Chef de l’état-major général de l’armée britannique, le général Sir Roly Walker

It has been 15 years since the then Lieutenant-Colonel Roly Walker visited The Canadian Grenadier Guards during Remembrance Weekend in Montreal.  Indeed a Great Leader and a friend to all of us in Montreal.  Sir, long overdue visit to your Sister Regiment in Montreal.  Hope to see soon. ‘Great leaders lead from the front, and by example. Chief of the […]
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