Timelines of Canada’s military history

Timelines of important dates in Canadian military history. Search specific wars or find dates, milestones and documents.

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National Air Force Museum

National Air Force Museum

The National Air Force Museum displays military aviation heritage.

Dieppe Raid of 19 August 1942

The 1942 Dieppe Raid

Canadians made up the great majority of the attackers in this raid which took place August 19, 1942.

A family of four sits at a picnic table beside a docked naval ship.

HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Plan a visit to this Tribal class destroyer now on display in Hamilton, Ontario.

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