The Last Letter tells a tale familiar to many families
A family faces a moral clash as two teenage brothers Erick and David insist on volunteering for war against parental wishes. After leaving home by helicopter, the letters reveal their love and fear. The brothers are eventually killed in France, and the Canadian Army sends condolences as the war ends two months later.
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Martha
Erick
David
Sam
Sisko
Rascal
Frank
Heli
Mrs
Mr. Seesaw
France
Davids Arms
Canadian Army
Remembrance Day Poem About Poppies and Veterans
A reflective piece by Kate-Lyn McKelvey on Remembrance Day noting the November 11 date. It recalls soldiers who died in Flanders Field and the symbolism of red poppies worn to honor those who served and suffered, including laments of blindness pain and trauma.
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Kate-Lyn McKelvey
Flanders Field
Lieutenant Governor Urges Remembrance Day Silence in Manitoba
As Canadians observe Remembrance Day Lieutenant Governor Liba calls Manitobans to pause in a moment of silence to honor those who died defending Canada and to pray for those still ready to defend freedom. The message emphasizes sacrifices in World Wars and the Korean War and the need to champion human rights worldwide.
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Manitoba
ManitoBa Premier Doer on Remembrance Day tribute
A message from Premier Gary Doer honors Remembrance Day, commemorating Canadians who left home for freedom and peacekeepers who risked their lives. The address salutes bravery, diversity, and Manitoba’s commitment to remembering those who did not return.
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Canada
Manitoba
Gary Doer
The War We’ve Never Seen Poppy Remembrance
A reflective piece recalls a distant conflict unseen by many as readers wear bright red and green poppies to honor those who served and memories persist through veterans and remembrance.
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Britteny Stephano
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Mom
Grandma
Grandpa
Erick and
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Creid
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Liba
Premier Doer
Holly Demontigny
Flanders Fields
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