A nation soars. Flight path of heroes. Episode three
Description
The past and the present dramatically come together during the 100th Anniversary celebrations of the Battle of Vimy Ridge in Vimy, France. This program presents the epic journey of a squadron of former and active RCAF pilots and their replica FWW biplanes as they travel from British Columbia to France to participate in Canada's official commemoration event on April 9th, 2017. Experience a gracious and historic homage to the bravery and sacrifices of Canadian pilots and soldiers who fought and died at the site of one of Canada's greatest First World War victories.
Runtime
47 minutes
Series
Subjects
- Vimy Ridge, Battle of, France, 1917 (1)
- World War, 1914-1918 (326)
- Air pilots, Military (25)
- Aeronautics, Military (25)
Contributor
Geography
Genre
Database
Alexander Street
Direct Link
https://www.remote.uwosh.edu/login?url=http://www.aspresolver.com/aspresolver.asp?MARC;3934508
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