Operations Overlord Normandy France

Operations Overlord Normandy France

Operations Overlord was the code name for the Battle of Normandy, the operation that launched the invasion of German-occupied western Europe during World War II by Allied forces. Excerpt from the book ” Into Action with the 12th Field – Lt. Col. T. J. Bell...
M7 Priest Self Propelled Guns

M7 Priest Self Propelled Guns

The Fall of 1943,  following the appointment of Lt Colonel R.H. Webb as Commanding Officer, marked the arrival of the M7 or Priest Self-Propelled gun; new training and skills were required for the 12th Field Regiment.  M7 Priest – Self-Propelled Guns –...
Two Centuries of Firepower

Two Centuries of Firepower

Two Centuries of Firepower Saturday May 23rd, 2015,  at Fort York Toronto was celebrated with a big bang ! This was Door Open at the Old Fort York and two centuries of  Firepower with Royal Canadian Artillery on display at the garrison commons with two Salvo planned...
Dutch Liberation Parade in Toronto

Dutch Liberation Parade in Toronto

The Liberation of the Netherlands 70th anniversary is celebrated in Toronto by the Dutch community and the Canadians during a spectacular parade from the Moss Park Armoury to Nathan Phillips Square City Hall.  From  Queen Street and Jarvis to Young and Dundas crowds...
Two Veteran Gunners from the 12th Field RCA

Two Veteran Gunners from the 12th Field RCA

Fred Heber and Tom Morris, are thought to be the last two Veterans Gunners from the 12th Field Regiment Royal Canadian Artillery, that we know of are holding strong today at 93 years! The stories from the 12th Field Regiment are ones to be heard and shared for many...