31 august 2014 70th anniversary the liberation of neufchatel

ROYAL CANADIAN HUSSARS ASSOCIATION
NON NOBIS SED PATRIAE
Fall 2014
31 AUGUST 2014 70TH ANNIVERSARY
THE LIBERATION OF NEUFCHATEL-EN-BRAY FRANCE
As the Deputy Commanding Officer for
The
Royal
Canadian
Hussars
(Montreal) I would like to share my
reflections on this event.
There is a monument along the southern ridge
at the side of Avenue des Canadiennes in
Neufchatel, where the RCH members laid
three wreaths this year for our fallen
members, surrounded by some 200 French
veterans, family members, and neighbours of
the Second World War French Resistance and
current residents of Neufchatel.
I know the Battle Honours of the RCH,
I have read the WWII War diaries for
my unit and where possible I have
delved into the personal writings of
individuals who were so inclined to
share their personal stories.
Personal travel to Europe coupled with
battlefield tours have provided threads
of knowledge and impressions that are
now vivid enough and sufficiently
persistent to form a small swatch of
my own patriotic fabric which is
separate from the cluttered lint that
makes up the larger portion of my
trivial knowledge.
This location is not one of the RCH battle
honours; in fact, we barely did more for the
people of Neufchatel than travel through the
town on our way to the next objective, yet
our presence and passage through the town
drove out the last of the enemy.
One of our able veterans, Alan Canavan, now
in his nineties, acted as our guide across the
ground as we engaged in the tales of war,
both the losses and the funny things that you
remember after all of the years. Our hosts, the residents
Here’s what happened in Neufchatel 70 years ago. Heading of Neufchatel billeted us, wined and dined our party as if
northeast towards Calais on August 31, 1944, on phase II we were the original liberators.
of a reconnaissance and clearance operation, 17th DYRCH The picturesque town of Neufchatel was draped in a
Sergeant Major, Master Warrant Officer C.C. White with multitude of Canadian flags with the occasional French and
Troopers T.C. Pettibone and R.E Andrews were scouting Norman standards peeking through. From the church
along the ridge south of Neufchatel. Off to one side, MWO service in the morning, the ceremony at the monument,
White observed a local man waving, mistaking the sign for the event at city hall and the reception and meal that
a greeting rather than a warning.
followed, and the whole day was dedicated to Canadians.
The regiment had met only light resistance since leaving
Rouen and was leading the advance north, but remained
under pressure to keep moving. The Germans were in
retreat, being disrupted by the French Resistance while the
Allies pressed forward. The lone man on the ridge had
attempted to halt the advance and pass information about
an enemy position only 150 metres ahead.
There were no limits to their hospitality or gratitude and
our small RCH detachment was truly honoured and
humbled.
I intend to return to Neufchatel and take more members of
the RCH, again using private money and funds raised for
this purpose. A local event such as the one we attended
this past August in Neufchatel, with pomp and
circumstance, yet not scaled-up to a point beyond
intimacy, is an excellent venue to educate, develop and
impress upon all of us that remain, that the contribution of
those who came before us was not trivial and that their
actions will be remembered.
MWO White waved back to the Norman local and only
moments later, two rounds from an entrenched 88 antitank gun brewed up their vehicle. Troopers Pettibone and
Andrews were killed immediately with MWO White passing
later while on route to a field hospital. The Germans,
having completed the small task of engaging the lead Major W.S. Funk, Deputy Commanding Officer
elements of the Allies, immediately withdrew from this The Royal Canadian Hussars (Montreal)
position, the engagement was over, and the town was
liberated.
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1945 photo,
The Royal Canadian Hussars (Montreal) archives photo 1945.
17th Duke of York’s Royal Canadian Hussars 2nd Anniversary of
Liberation.
Alan Canavan, Karl Kramell, Gilbert Beuzelin and Xavier
Lefrancois, Mayor of Neufchatel-en-Bray.
Members depart the church service for the Cenotaph
Alan Canavan laying a wreath at the Cenotaph on behalf of
the 17th DYRCH, accompanied by, Karl Kramell and the
Deputy Commanding Officer Maj Shaun Funk laying a wreath
on behalf of the Regiment.
The townspeople of Neufchatel, gather at the town Cenotaph on
August 31, 2014, as they do each year to honor those who paid
the ultimate sacrifice.
Members of The Royal Canadian Hussars and the local
townspeople take part in the 70th anniversary. Maj Funk, Cpl
Modafferi, Karl Kramell, Alan Canavan Sgt Barrette.
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Sgt Steven Barrette and his wife,
Gina next to the cairn.
The Route de Rouen, now
renamed Avenue des
Canadiennes. Behind the
buildings on the left was the
location of the German 88
anti-tank gun that fired
upon Canadian soldiers on
August 31, 1945 just before
the town was liberated.
This Photo: RCH (Mtl) Archives photo, 1945. ----- Other Photos: Courtesy of Capt Robin Thibault RCH (Mtl)
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Bonjour, to all members of the
Association, the Regiment, and friends.
Another season is starting with the
Association and I trust you and your
family enjoyed a restful and satisfying
down- time during the summer months.
So far we’ve been very fortunate with the
weather but I hope you have your mitts
and scarves at the ready, its coming.
As you receive this issue you are probably just finishing the
left over’s from your Thanksgiving dinner. Before you know it
Christmas will be here. I can’t believe that I’ll be down south
at the end of the month, how time flies as one gets older.
Many activities have taken place since
our last issue.
Alan Canavan and I participated in the
D Day Ceremonies in France between
June 3rd and 9th, compliments from
DVA. It was a well organised flight
with about 70 Veterans and 70 escorts
plus supporting staff. Our first
ceremony took place downtown Caen,
at the city hall were Alan received The
Legion d’Honneur medal from the French Government. They
had many delegates from Paris, with hundreds of spectators
and reporters and of course ending with French champagne.
Alan was quite proud to receive the medal. He even got a kiss
on each check from the French Minister of Defence. Right after
this ceremony we had to rush to the Benny-sur-Mer Canadian
War Cemetery.
It’s the Canadian cemetery containing
predominantly Canadian soldiers killed
during the early stages of the Battle of
Normandy 1944. It is located in and
named after Beny-sur-Mer in the
Calvados region, near Caen in lower
Normandy.
The
Canadian
70th
Anniversary of D Day landing ceremony took place here that
afternoon. It was a long day for Alan and very emotional. It
was late evening by the time we got back to the hotel in Le
Havre.
Next day was the ceremony at Juno Beach in Courceulle-surMer. Another very emotional afternoon with so many Veterans
present with some relatives. We had the opportunity to meet
Leslie Jamieson here as she was employed at the Juno Beach
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Center. Leslie is the Grand Daughter of Doug Jamieson a
former Veteran from the 17th. This is just a brief recap of all
the ceremonies. Alan will have more for our next issue.
I would like to thank Randy Klein for submitting an article from
his World War I Battle Field Tour. Also thank you Randy for
keeping in touch with all our Veterans in Ontario. It certainly is
appreciated by everyone.
Our DCO, Shaun Funk has submitted an article on our tour in
Neufchatel, Thank you Shaun for taking the time to write this.
A thank you also to our Chief Clerk Sam Pepin for writing on
our latest activities.
For the first time since the early Fifties we had to cancel our
annual corn roast here in Hemmingford due to lack of
participation. We’ll have to come up with something different
for next year, more to follow on this.
I just got back from the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps
Association AGM that took place in Gagetown, NB. The Corps
Association is well represented by our regiment. Bernie
Ciarroni being the President, Clarence Layne the Vice President
for the East, Steven Barrette the Treasurer, Paul Philcox,
Trustee of the Armour Branch Trust, and I as Chairman for
Tangible Benefits and Bursaries. So as you can see the Corps
Association is well looked after
by members of the Regiment.
I would like to take this
opportunity to thank Robin
Thibault for having done an
outstanding
job
as
our
Secretary. Robin resigned due
to overload in his civilian and
military
job
which
is
understandable, thank you Robin. At the same time, Alexandre
Lescot, a young upcoming officer of the regiment volunteered
to take over from Robin. Thank you Alexandre and welcome as
part of the team.
I had the opportunity to visit Stan
Highway at the St.Annes Hospital.
Stan is one of our oldest Veterans
soon to be one year from a hundred.
Stan is always happy to receive
visitors from friends and the regiment.
I encourage if you have the time to
visit him. The days are long at times.
Stan is staying in room 917 on the
ninth floor. You could also call him at
(514) 505-6954.
Denis Gilbert and Sam Pepin are busy modernizing our
Association Website. They have quite the task ahead of them. I
thank them both for taking this challenge.
Our monthly breakfast
the last Thursday of
the month at PJ’s Pub
on St-Jacques West at
9:30 is still going
strong. If you have the
time we encourage you
to attend.
Our
team
the
Executive is working hard to keep the Association strong and
running. I wish to thank everyone for their dedication and hard
work. There are still some bowties and cummerbunds left in
the kit shop. Do not hesitate to drop in and support the kit
shop. You may also order by phone through any member of
the Executive.
We received a surprise Life membership application from Jim
Kinnaird in Calgary, AB. Not knowing who he was and neither
his association with the regiment. I successfully found his
phone number through Google and called him. It turns out that
he is the son of former Alex Kinnaird, a former member of
the 17th. We had a pleasant conversation and found out also
that he knows the two Chudnovsky brothers, Ben and
Hyman from the 17th and George Kalmanovich who used to
reside in Montreal and attended most of our monthly
breakfast.
In closing I wish everyone a warm and cozy fall and start of
winter and hope to see many of you at our activities.
NON NOBIS SED PATRIAE
Karl Kramell President
FOIRE AGRICOLE
Les 10 et 12 juillet 2014, le Régiment a participé à la foire
agricole de Morin-Heights. Durant la soirée du jeudi, le
régiment a déployé deux G-Wagon et un 2 tonnes et demie
lors de la parade dans la ville. Parmi les grues et les
cheveux, plusieurs des membres du Royal Canadian Hussars
marchaient dans les rues et distribuaient des items de
recrutement aux plus jeunes. Nous avons finalement établi
un kiosque à la fin de la parade ainsi que durant la journée
du 12 juillet où plusieurs passants ont pu poser leurs
questions sur les Forces canadiennes. Cette activité de
recrutement a eu un bon impact sur la communauté de
Morin-Heights, avec qui nous essayons de renouer
actuellement.
Marie-Lisa Perron
MESSAGE FROM THE REGIMENTAL SERGEANT MAJOR
Voici déjà ma quatrième rentrée en tant
que sergent-major régimentaire (SMR)
du RCH. Les défis sont nouveaux, mais
toujours aussi présents. Le précédent
commandant et moi avions à l’époque
comme objectif de dépister au plus bas
niveau les leaders potentiels afin de faire
d’eux dans les plus brefs délais des
caporaux-chefs.
Le plan a porté ses
fruits, et on a récolté plus de vingt
caporaux-chefs depuis. Bien sûr, certains d’entre eux nous
ont quitté tandis que d’autres ont joint les rangs de la Force
régulière.
Le changement de commandant n’a en rien
diminué les efforts à ce niveau, mais la détermination du
nouveau commandant à faire une priorité de la formation des
chefs d’équipage et de patrouille a poussé ces futurs leaders
au prochain pallier en devenant chefs d’équipage; depuis
janvier, neuf jeunes caporaux-chefs se sont vu remettre la
qualification de chef de d’équipage.
Le personnel du RCH à tous les niveaux met l’épaule à la
roue depuis septembre dernier afin de créé un
environnement et des scénarii d’exercice qui mettent ciblent
directement la préparation de ces jeunes poulains aux
prochains cours de leur carrière, soit le cours de chef de
patrouille. On vise à qualifier huit chefs de patrouille durant
cette année d’entraînement et encore cinq de char. Je ne
peux passer sous silence le fait que les efforts déployés pour
le développement de nos hussards sont également faits dans
le but de développer de nouveaux chefs de troupes chez les
jeunes officiers : l’objectif est le même pour tous.
J’ignore encore le temps qui me reste a fièrement porter la
canne du SMR, mais je suis conscient que je ne verrai
probablement pas cette magnifique relève monter au mess
des adjudants et sergents durant mon terme.
Soit!
J’attendrai qu’on m’y invite pour le constater.
Mon
successeur devra maintenir les efforts en ce sens, car, il faut
assurer la relève à tous les nievaux; chaque leader est
responsable de se trouver un ou des successeurs. Le SMR de
2030 est actuellement parmi cette relève dynamique…
Je terminerai ce bref papier en vous confiant, en toute
intimité, un rêve que je caresse secrètement : voir le Guidon
du RCH porté par la première femme adjudant-maître
qualifiée reconnaissance… Alors, formez-en des chefs!
KARTING
Le mardi 15 juillet dernier, le
personnel temps plein du Royal
Canadian Hussars a eu l’occasion
d’aller au Karting 500 afin de faire
une dernière activité avec le Cplc
Downer dont le contrat venait à
échéance.
Nous avons eu la chance d’avoir
une petite compétition sympathique
entre collègues de travail. Au
podium,
vous
reconnaîtrez
le
Sergent Samuel Pépin en première
place, l’adjudant Mario Hétu en
deuxième place et le Capitaine
Charles Demers-Martel. Qui a dit
qu’il fallait être léger pour gagner?
La journée s’est terminée au Boston Pizza autour d’un bon
repas bien mérité.
Marie-Lisa Perron
REUNION
After numerous enquires about a reunion from ex members
from the 80’s & 90’s of the Royal Canadian Hussars, a
Reunion is planned for the 29th November 2014. The event
will be held in the WO & Sgt Mess, 4185 Cote Des Neiges
Road, 1830 for 1930 hrs. A cost to defray the Meal,
Bartender and Duty personnel is $25. Payment can be made
to me in the form of cheques, cash or by email. RSVP by 15th
November 2014 Email; [email protected] Phone; 514629-2393 MWO (Retd) Gordon Weekes
Adjuc P Chevalier
RSM
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GOLF TOURNEMENT
Dubreuil, LCol (ret) Ciarroni, LCol (ret) Domville, CWO (ret)
Lane, CWO Lessard, CWO (ret) Edwards, Matt Mccaw &
Kaitlin Marriner de Maxsys et William Hlibchuk représentant
Norton Rose Fulbright.
Les fonds amassés lors de cette journée, nous ont permis
d’envoyé 3 militaires du régiment pour représenter celui-ci
lors des célébrations de la libération de Neufchâtel-en-Bray,
car ceux-ci souligne fortement la participation du Royal
Canadian Hussars. Nous ne pouvions demander pour une
température plus clémente, ceci nous a permis de prendre un
verre de champagne après le golf et de décerner les cadeaux
à l’extérieur près de la rivière. Tous ces cadeaux ont été
possible grâce en autre à notre commanditaire principal,
Maxsys, et quelques autres; Traiteur pour vous, les anciens
commandants, les anciens SMR, McDonald, Abraska, Sin
Restaurant, Récréolocation, Grand&Toy, Disalvo Sports
Store, l’Association de RCH et l’Institut du RCH.
The 2nd Annual RCH and Association Golf Tournament was a
success. 72 players showed up for this fundraising event.
There were good golfers, average golfers and people present
to enjoy a nice day with friends. Former CO’s & RSM’s were
present along with VIP'S; LCol Hlibchuk, LCol Dubreuil, LCol
Dubreuil, LCol (Retd)
Domville, LCol (Retd)
Ciarroni, HLCol Smith.
CWO (ret) Layne, CWO
Lessard, CWO (Retd)
Edwards, Matt McCaw &
Kaitlin Marriner from
Maxsys,
William
Hlibchuk from Norton
Rose Fulbright .
Nous devons aussi souligner la performance du meilleur
quatuor quoique discutable jusqu’à la dernière minute….
félicitation au Capt Robin Thibault et son quatuor. Le
tournoi est déjà en marche pour l’an prochain, soit le 4
septembre 2015. Ceci étant encore le vendredi, de la longue
fin de semaine du fête travail, vous permet de commencer de
façon merveilleuse cette longue fin de semaine. En espérant
que vous pourrez être des nôtre encore une année ou vous
joindre à nous afin de faire grandir cette tradition !!!
This event allowed the
Regiment
to
raise
money
to
allow
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soldiers to travel Neufchâtel-en-Bray to celebrate the 70th
anniversary of the liberation of the town. We could not have
a better weather for the event, this allowed us to have a nice
glass of champagne after the event and draw all the prizes
outside next to the stream. All these gifts would have not
been possible without the support of our major sponsor,
Maxsys, aa well as from; Traiteur pour vous, Past
Commanding Officers, Past RSM’S, McDonalds Canada,
Abraska, Sin restaurant, Grand & Toy, Disalvo Sports Store,
and the RCH Association and Institute.
Sam Pépin and Sylvianne Charron
great job félicitations on a great
day thanks Sam!!
We have to acknowledge the best
foursome that until the last
minute was trying to find their
cards… congratulation to Robin
Thibault and his foursome.
Next year Golf Tournament is set
for the 4th of September 2015,
again the Friday before long
week-end, what a great way to
start 2015 Labour Day week-end.
Hopefully we can count on you for a next year or join us.
RANDY KLEIN BATTLEFIELD TOUR
I left Canada on April 28th and landed in Paris. After the usual
hassles of getting clear of CDG airport I arrived at the
Holiday Inn in Arras which is about a fifteen minute drive
from the Memorial at Vimy Ridge.
As one tours the battlefields the impression of what a useless
war comes to mind. On July 1, 2016, the first day of the
Battle of the Somme, the British lost over 17,000 men killed
with another 80,000 wounded. That was just one day!
Le second Tournoi de golf annuel du RCH et de son
Association été un franc succès. 72 joueurs se sont présentés
pour cet événement caritatif et amical. Ils y avaient présent,
de bons golfeurs, golfeurs occasionnels et des amis désirant
apprécier une bonne journée entre eux. Parmi les joueurs,
nous pouvions compter sur d’anciens commandants et Adjuc
ainsi que nos VIP; LCol (H) Smith, LCol Hlibchuk, LCol
Touring the battlefields one seems hundreds of cemeteries.
The CWGC signs are easy to spot. Some cemeteries hold as
few as fifty soldiers. The largest Commonwealth war
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cemetery in the world is Tyne Cot cemetery. Of the 11,954
burials, 70% of the totals are unidentified. The headstones
are inscribed with the haunting words “Known unto God “.
Numerous Canadians are buried there.
The north east wall of the Tyne Cot cemetery contains the
names of close to 35,000 Commonwealth soldiers with no
known grave. Here are some of the highlights of the tour:
It is the British “Vimy”. Standing 45 meters high with the
names of 73,367 British soldiers who have no known grave
listed on the pillars. More than 90 percent of the names listed
died between July and November 1916.
Next on the agenda was the Adanac Cemetery (Canada
spelled backwards) and is the
resting
place
of
1.072
Canadians among the 3,186
men buried there. Among the
Canadians,
Private
(Piper)
James Richardson is buried
there. He was awarded a
Victoria Cross for playing his
company over the top.
Returning closer to Arras, I
stopped to see the German Cemetery at Neuville Saint Vaast.
The cemetery contains the graves of 44,000 German
Soldiers. It is massive to say the least but pales in
comparison to the largest German War Cemetery in Russia
which has over 82,000 German
war
dead
from
WW2.
Interesting
photo
of
the
tombstone
of
the
Jewish
soldier. Little did he know what
was to unfold during WWII.
The memorial at St.Juliaan, here the
Canadian Corps faced the first use of
poisonous gas by the German Army at the
Battle of Second Ypres in 1915.
The sculpture designed by Canadian Frank
Clemsha, is surrounded by cedar trees that
are trimmed in the shape of shells.
Nearby is the Langemarck German
War Cemetery which contains the
graves of 24,917 soldiers with 7,997
unknown. The picture shows the
Brooding Soldier Monument at the
back of the cemetery.
Not far away is the Canadian
Memorial at Hill 62. On a
clear day the importance of
this high ground is evident.
The
Canadian
action
to
recapture the hill denied the
German Army a clear view
into Ypres.
We have all heard of the
poem by John McCrae “In
Close by is the French National
Cemetery at Ablain Saint Nazaire
which is the resting place for
43,000 Frenchman.
Flanders Fields “. Right near
the British cemetery is the
Essex Farm Dressing Station.
This was a staging area where
McCrae and other doctors
treated wounded soldiers. The
actual structure is in a poor
state but still exists 100 years
later.
And, lastly Vimy! The memorial is
breathtaking. We are Canadians and it has long been
described that we came together as a country during this five
day campaign to remove the Germans from Vimy Ridge. It
was the first time that all four Canadian Divisions fought as a
single unit.
It was not without serious
casualties. The names of
11.285 Canadians with no
known grave are at the base
of the memorial. The twin
columns represent France and
Canada. It is a must see for
all Canadians.
With my home base at Arras, a
visit to the Royal Newfoundland Regiment was next on my
list. While Newfoundland was not part of Canada during
WW1, the park at Beaumont
Hamel is one of the major
Canadian memorials in the
area. The information center is
right across from the parking
lot. There are many Canadian
university
kids
who
are
employed by the Canadian
government and are well
versed in the action of the RNR during the Battle of the
Somme. The key feature in the park is the memorial
featuring a Caribou which was part of the RNR insignia. The
park contains 5 cemeteries
and
still
shows
many
craters from the artillery
fired during the battle.
A British friend asked that I
visit the Thiepval Memorial.
I was asked my late father the following question: “Knowing
what you knew about the horrors of WW1, why did you
volunteer for overseas duty during WW2. Son, it was the
right thing to do “was his reply.
Randy Klein
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RCH RECRUITING CELL
Summer 2014 was a great time for the RCH recruitment
drives and public relations events. Whether it be, the Lachute
Fair, Chambly Community event or our yearly presence
at Mirabel Paint Ball, all went well. Many people came to our
stand for information or just to check out the G-Wagons and
see the equipment and materials we had on display. A lot
of promotional materials were handed out, which made our
emblem ubiquitous throughout the sites as people carried
RCH tote bags on their arms. All this of course, happening
with the RCH flag flying high above the G-Wagon! A great fall
season can be expected at our regiment in the coming
months and beyond. This with many prospects and future
members!
Cpl Nick Waldteufel RCH Recruiting Cell
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saucisses étaient au rendez-vous. Le commandant, le
Lieutenant-colonel Hlibchuk, a même tenu a remercier tout
son personnel temps plein pour leur implication au sein de
l’association, sans qui ces événements n’auraient pas lieu.
Royal Canadian Armoured Corps Bursary Program
Each year the corps awards Bursary’s to eligible members.
I encourage members of the regiment and retired members
who have children in school to check out the website for
more information. www.rcaca.org
LAST POST
Terrence Stewart Brunstrom M.C.
Born July 19, 1919 in St. John New Brunswick. Terrence
passed away peacefully in Oakville, on October 9, 2014 at
the age of 95. He is survived by his wife Ann (Blaicklock),
daughter Deborah (Peter Kurtze) and grandchildren
Christopher, Louisa, and Maike.
By his request, “a private family Service will be held."
Awarded the Military Cross Lt T.S. Brunstrom,
On 16 Aug 1944 at PIERRE CANIVET, during the attack down
the CAEN – FALAISE road to FALAISE, Lt. Brunstrom was
leading an armoured patrol recceing in advance of the Royal
Winnipeg Rifles when he came under heavy M.G. and AntiTank fire. Realising that the Divisional plan was based on the
speedy advance of the RWR around the right flank to seize
the high ground NW of FALAISE – and that he could not
proceed further with armoured protection, this officer
immediately dismounted and, dashing across the open from
one small piece of cover to another, was able to get close
enough to spot a Mark V (Panther) tank. Despite great
personal risk he opened fire on a suspected M.G. positions in
the vicinity and by drawing fire was able to pinpoint the
entire defensive positions. By prearranged signals his driver
fired smoke discharges to cover his withdrawal. This entire
Reece shows a standard of courage appreciation on the need
for immediate action, and forethought well above the
average. The information obtained was of such accuracy that
the RWR were enabled to destroy this opposition without
much deployment or halt in their advance to the final
objective.
OCTOBERFEST
The RCH Association held another Oktoberfest event
this year on the 4 Oct 2014. More than 70 members
and friends were present for the event that turned out
to be another success. It was a Beer and sausage
tastings with 4 kind of each. The Commanding Officer,
LCol Hlibchuk thank all the organizers who are
association members and his full time staff.
Signed BL Montgomery
Field Marshall
Commander-in Chief
21 Army Group
Gordon King
February 15, 2014.
Robert Blyth
March 7th, 2014,
L’Association du Royal
Canadian Hussars a
tenu un Oktoberfest le
4 octobre 2014 dernier.
Plus de 70 de ses
membres se sont
présentés à cet
événement, qui fut un
franc succès. Quatre
services de bières et
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NEW ASSOCIATION WEBSITE
L’Association, le Régiment et l’Institut ont permis la réalisation d’un tout nouveau site
Web qui se veut agréable, dynamique et efficace pour rejoindre l’ensemble de ses
membres. En plus du Web, le site a été pensé de manière à fonctionner sur les
téléphones intelligents et tablettes récentes. Les principaux contributeurs au projet ont
été le Sgt Samuel Pépin, le Sgt (Retd) Denis Gilbert et M. Jocelyn Bernard à titre de
développeur principal. Un chaleureux remerciement a ces derniers pour les
nombreuses heures et soirées passées sur ce projet.
Nous espérons que le nouveau site saura vous plaire et n’hésitez pas à nous faire part
de vos commentaires.
The Association, the Regiment and the Institute enabled the realization of a new
website that wants to be pleasant, dynamic and an effective way to reach all of its
members. In addition to the Web, the site has been designed to operate on
smartphones and tablets. The main contributors to the project were Sam Pépin, Sgt
(Retd) Denis Gilbert and Jocelyn Bernard as a senior developer. A warm thank you to
them for the many hours spent on this project and evenings.
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REGIMENTAL MEDALLION
LCol Hlibchuk awarding Karl
Kramell with the Regimental
Medallion
LCol Hlibchuk, Karl and RSM
Chevalier
During the monthly Regimental parade on
Tuesday evening October 28th 2014, our president
Karl Kramell was awarded the Regimental
Medallion for his commitment to the regiment as,
past Commanding Officer 1994-1997, past
honorary lieutenant-Colonel, past President of the
Institute and President of the Association.
Karl has made a mark with the positions he held
throughout his career, this is not good bye, just a
simple thank you for your service to Regiment,
your comrades and your country, Thank You Karl.
Steven Barrette Editor the Trumpeter
The Regiment assembles
RSM Chevalier & SSM
O’Donnell inspects the
troops.
LCol Hlibchuk & RSM Chevalier
award Cpl Murray & Quesnel
certificates for loyal service, both
are transferring to the regular
forces.
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LCol Hlibchuk Awards
Captain Veilleux his
Canadian Decoration for 12
years of service along with
RSM Chevalier|
ASSOCIATION IMPORTANT DATES
DATE
EVENT
LOACTION
TIMING
DRESS
Remembrance Celebration
Morin-Heights
08h00
Jacket & Tie
11 November 2014
Remembrance
McGill Campus
11h11
Jacket & Tie
27 November 2014
Breakfast
PJ’s Pub
09h30
Casual
29 November 2014
80’s & 90’s RCH Reunion
Sgts Mess
18h00
Jacket & Tie
30 November 2014
Grey Cup Party
JR Ranks Mess
16h30
Casual
6
December 2014
Christmas Lunch
CDN Armoury
10h30
Jacket & Tie
7
December 2014
Kids Christmas Party
Combined Mess
10h30
Jacket & Tie
18 December 2014
Breakfast
PJ’s Pub
09h30
Casual
1
Levee Day
CDN Armoury Messes
10h30
Jacket & Tie
Breakfast
PJ’s Pub
09h30
Casual
8 November 2014
January 2015
29 January 2015
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEE CONTACT NUMBERS
Karl Kramell
President
[email protected]
Steven Barrette
1st Vice / Editor Trumpeter
[email protected]
Mario Hetu
2nd Vice-President / Special Projects
[email protected]
Samuel Pepin
Alexandre Lescot
Treasurer/ Special Projects
[email protected]
Sectretary
[email protected]
Isabelle Châtillon
Randy Klein
Membership
[email protected]
Membership Ontario
[email protected]
Donald Greene
Denis Gilbert
Museum Curator
[email protected]
Web Master
[email protected]
Marie-Lisa Perron
Alex Cyr
P.R. Regimental
[email protected]
P.R. Regimental
[email protected]
Gordon Weekes
James Terpstra
Alan Canavan
P.R. Association
[email protected]
P.R. Association
[email protected]
Past President
53 Thurlow Road Hampstead, Qc. H3X 3G8
Once again its membership renewal time Please mail payment for one year’s
membership $15.00 or lifetime membership $150.00 in the name of “The RCH
Association” please detach the bottom half of this sheet and forward to;
Isabelle Châtillon
Membership
529 rue Empire
Greenfield Park, Quebec J4V 1W1,
[email protected]
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Address: ___________________________ Postal Code: ________________________
Telephone Number: ______________ E-Mail address: _______________
Info on your years of service: __________________________________________________
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