Canadian History Ehx

For six weeks in 1945, Joan Bamford Fletcher led 2000 Dutch civilians through the Indonesian jungle, dealing with monsoons, rebels and more to bring them to safety. She would earn the respect of the Japanese, with even the rebels avoiding her. OTD in Canadian Military History: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZZQKAo8CqUzsUoOhuQdYw Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.co...

In this special new episode, I am looking at the history of Ukrainians in Canada, who have helped shape Canada in many large ways since they first began arriving in 1891. From the first settlers, to a Governor General, to the Great One, there are many great stories to tell. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/...

The hometown of Sid Abel, Melville famously saw its population surge from 4000 to 60000 in June 1939 when the Royal Couple visited for a few hours. The town also briefly moved time zones for the visit. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com T...

From 1909-1911, 1,500 Black Americans left Oklahoma and Texas for the Canadian Prairies. They would form vibrant communities despite the racism they faced, and the difficulties put in their way to enter Canada. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canada...

Starting as a stopping house, Lacombe became the birthplace of a Governor General, and its history features a KKK tar & feathering, the world's largest lure, the oldest operational blacksmith shop in Alberta and much more! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail:...

On Nov. 21, 1950, two trains collided in the mountains of northeastern BC. The crash would kill 21 soldiers on their way to Korea. When the trial of the telegraph operator began, he was represented by John Diefenbaker. This trial would raise profile, eventually helping him become Prime Minister in 1957. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history...

Located near Lac Ste. Anne, which the Indigenous believed had a great serpent in it, Onoway's history includes a derailed train robbery, a great fire & even North America's largest pilgrimage site Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitte...

The Log Driver's Waltz is a classic National Film Board vignette, created to fill programming gaps on the CBC, has become a part of Canadian culture. So, how did it become such an ingrained part of our culture? Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: canadaehx.com/shop Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.co...

From the burial place of 12-foot Davis, to the historical buildings, museums and Indigenous history, Northern Sunrise County has a deep and fascinating history to explore. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird...

William Stephenson was a Canadian spy and First World War veteran who helped create the CIA & turn the tide of the Second World War. He was also friends with Ian Fleming who likely based James Bond off of him, even stating he was the real 007. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (C...

Dauphin is a former HBC fort site and the home to Canada's most decorated soldier. It was also where guaranteed basic income was analyzed in an experiment and where a terrible flood once hit. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: tw...

100 Mile House is a former stopping house along a fur trading trail, this community has seen a deadly unsolved plane crash, as well as a British Royal who ran a ranch nearby. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigba...

For my latest nostalgia episode, I'm looking at SCTV! One of the best comedy shows ever made, through six seasons the cast of SCTV created iconic characters, mocked pop culture, changed comedy forever and heavily influenced the shows that came after it. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canada...

Canora is a Ukrainian community that has many beautiful churches, a still-in-use railway station and three museums, including the famous Toy and Autograph Museum! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads:...

An important place for the Indigenous, Athabasca was also a major stopping point for gold seekers on their way to the Yukon. Athabasca would go through booms & busts, fires and triumphs to become an important centre today. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail:...

A supposed bigfoot sighting, one of the deadliest train crashes in Canadian history that changed Canadian history, and Mount Robson rising above the landscape, Valemount has a fascinating history to explore. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx...

In 1906, Chief Joe Capilano travelled with a group of Indigenous to meet directly with King Edward VII over the issue of land claims and he would inspire his people to fight for their lands. He would also gain the ire of many white Canadians who saw him as a nuisance. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu...

The City of Vernon got its start during a gold rush, and today is a thriving place with a great history. From its historical buildings and ranches, to some of the unique events in its history, Vernon has a unique history. It has also been visited by Queen Elizabeth II not once, but twice. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: bu...

Home to some excellent museums, Innisfail has a deep history that dates back to its days as a stopping house along the Calgary-Edmonton Trail, as well as a huge wildlife park to visit that includes the world's largest animatronic bear.  SPONSORED IN PART BY GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaeh...

Home of a legendary hockey team, as well as some fascinating stories. The community played a critical role in the Manhattan Project, has a Victoria Cross winner from World War One and some fascinating historical spots, like the famous Gulch. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Cli...

Started in 1894, and held annually since 1955, the Quebec Winter Carnival has become the largest winter festival in the Western Hemisphere. It has also brought Canada the enduring image of Bonhomme, the loveable snowman who is the spirit of the festival. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canad...

From an Indigenous UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the arrival of the NWMP, to its role in the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan, the MD of Willow Creek has a deep and fascinating history. It is also the birthplace of music legend, Joni Mitchell! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/cr...

Launched in 1958, the Edmund Fitzgerald was called the Queen of the Lakes for its immense size. It would pass into legend on Nov. 10, 1975 when it sank suddenly in Ontario waters, taking 29 crew with it. It would become the most famous shipwreck in the Great Lakes, immortalized in song. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buym...

Taber, Alberta is a community features a long history that includes some interesting stories. From its role in Japanese Internment during the Second World War, to coal mining, a one-legged man on a rampage, a 4,000-year-old discovery and, of course, lots of corn. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Dona...

One of the biggest events in Canadian history was the arrival of the first reigning monarch to set foot on Canadian soil, King George VI with his wife Queen Victoria. From May to June 1939, the couple travelled 13,481 km around Canada where 75% of the Canadian population saw them. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoff...