Cameron Highlanders of CDN
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Dear Friends of the Regiment;
As you are aware, The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada have been an important part of the military history of Winnipeg since their formation in 1910. The Camerons were the first highland regiment in Western Canada to officially be part of the Canadian Army. The Regiment has served with distinction, in both the First and Second World Wars, and in other conflicts and during peacetime domestic operations.
The entire Cameron family have undertaken a project to erect a significant monument to recognize the Regiment’s sacrifices for their country. This is the first monument to be dedicated to The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada. It will be situated in a place of honour in Vimy Park on the south side of Portage Avenue. The Park itself is enjoying a major restoration of its design,and will feature many of the military units that participated in the Vimy Ridge battle.
The design is completed, and we are now beginning the fundraising campaign. The initial response has been outstanding, and we expect to complete the commemoration in late summer of 2019. The committee would greatly appreciate any assistance you or your organization could contribute to attaining the goal: to provide the first public tribute to our fallen Cameron soldiers. Together we can make this a reality, as an important part of the redevelopment of Vimy Park and the role of Winnipeg’s military. On behalf of the fundraising committee, we look forward to your support.
As you are aware, The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada have been an important part of the military history of Winnipeg since their formation in 1910. The Camerons were the first highland regiment in Western Canada to officially be part of the Canadian Army. The Regiment has served with distinction, in both the First and Second World Wars, and in other conflicts and during peacetime domestic operations.
The entire Cameron family have undertaken a project to erect a significant monument to recognize the Regiment’s sacrifices for their country. This is the first monument to be dedicated to The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada. It will be situated in a place of honour in Vimy Park on the south side of Portage Avenue. The Park itself is enjoying a major restoration of its design,and will feature many of the military units that participated in the Vimy Ridge battle.
The design is completed, and we are now beginning the fundraising campaign. The initial response has been outstanding, and we expect to complete the commemoration in late summer of 2019. The committee would greatly appreciate any assistance you or your organization could contribute to attaining the goal: to provide the first public tribute to our fallen Cameron soldiers. Together we can make this a reality, as an important part of the redevelopment of Vimy Park and the role of Winnipeg’s military. On behalf of the fundraising committee, we look forward to your support.
Organizer
Cameron Highlanders
Organizer
Winnipeg, MB
