War Diary May 1944 ~ May 1945

Apr 29, 2019 | History, Resources

12th Field Regiment, R.C.A. War Diary Summary, May 1944 Regt worked on waterproofing all day. (18 / 5 /44 ) In the Field 1/5/1944- Loading of LCTs for combined ops ox `FABIUs III` commenced early this morning. The HARDS at SOUTHAMPTON & COSPORT (?) were used. The...

Dear Friend, a Soldier who never left his uniform

Dec 5, 2018 | Message Board, News & Events, Press

Dear friend, Sir Fred Heber, we miss you!! For all those who have met you in one way or another, a true gentleman, veteran soldier and dear friend, it has been an honour, a privilege, a very special treat to have crossed paths with you. Your very special friend and...

12th Field Regiment Guelph Memorial Ceremony

May 26, 2018 | History, Message Board, News & Events

Sir Fred Heber, 12th Field Regiment Veteran Gunner, standing strong at 96 years representing his regiment yesterday at the Guelph Armoury, a dedication ceremony for his World War Two Regiment. A historic commemoration with 25 pounder and 12th Field plaque sign. photo...

Ordinary Canadians who made extraordinary sacrifices

Nov 10, 2017 | History, News & Events

Freedom Isn’t Free Ordinary Canadians who made extraordinary sacrifices  Why Remember? We must remember. If we do not, the sacrifice of those one hundred thousand Canadian lives will be meaningless. They died for us, for their homes and families and friends, for...

Greater Love Hath No Man Than This

Nov 11, 2016 | Message Board, News & Events

Remembrance Day commemorated by the Orangeville Community, November 11th, 2016! Emotional remembrance ceremony, especially with Sir Fred Heber remembering his friends and soldiers he left behind of the 12th Field Regiment. Thanks to all who came to respect and...