The Canadian War Museum is deeply saddened by the passing of our Chief Historian and Director of Research, Dr. Tim Cook. We invite you to read our full statement and share condolences with his family, colleagues, and friends. 🔗 https://t.co/4EFRxrRAgk

Hatched in 1925 in England, Rex was one of 50 racing pigeons donated to the Royal Canadian Air Force by King George V. Rex was celebrated by aircrew and pigeoneers alike as “a bird to remember” before he died in 1940 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. CWM 19740450‑001

Starting in 1973, over 250 Canadians served with the ICCS to monitor the Vietnam ceasefire. Violations were constant and risks were real. On April 7, Capt. Charles Eugene Laviolette was killed when his helicopter was shot down. 🇨🇦 CWM 19750461-092 #CanadianHistory

On 19 Jan 1942, U-66 sank RMS Lady Hawkins. Chief Officer Percy Kelly, bandaged, poses with Captain Nels Helgesen, who rescued 71 after 5 days in a lifeboat. Around 250 lives were lost. George Metcalf Archival Collection CWM 20040004‑005_43

Troopers from the Halifax Rifles share a meal after Exercise Zero Minus in Bedford, Nova Scotia, January 1954. An armoured reserve unit, the Rifles recruited young men from Halifax and nearby communities, including Black communities. CWM 20000014-002 p.62

En découvrant l’exposition Dernières voix de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, les ex‑militaires ont vu leurs histoires, leurs émotions et leur héritage reflétés. Un rappel puissant que les expériences vécues façonnent l’histoire. ✨ https://t.co/N136U3SvMR

Walking through the exhibition Last Voices of the Second World War, veterans saw their stories, their emotions, and their legacy reflected. A powerful reminder that lived experiences shape history. ✨ Last Voices closes this weekend. https://t.co/hdRk2If77f

Jan 15, 1991 marked the end of the UN ultimatum for Iraq to leave Kuwait. Hours later, Operation Desert Storm began. Canadian air and naval forces joined on Jan 16. This Kuwaiti poster marks that moment. CWM 19910067015 🌍 #GulfWar

Last chance! ⏰ Free for kids 17 & under, 50% off for 18–24. Make your winter visit to the Canadian War Museum unforgettable before Jan 15. 🎟️ Reserve today → https://t.co/BidfjcCQt4 #CanadaStrongPass

Margaret worked as a radar operator in the Royal Canadian Air Force, guiding aircraft and crews across dangerous skies. Her dedication helped save lives. See her story at Last Voices: The Second World War before Jan 18 ✈️ 🔗 https://t.co/VzOGROEjvg #LastVoices

Time is running out! ❄️ Free and discounted admission for kids and youth ends Jan 15 at the Canadian War Museum. 🔗 Don’t miss it → https://t.co/BidfjcCQt4 #CanadaStrongPass

How did pilots stay warm in the First World War? Edward Conyers Payne Larrabee of the Royal Flying Corpswore wool-lined boots, thick gloves, a leather coat, and breeches to shield himself from the cold in an open-air cockpit. CWM 19900100-012

Only 5 days left! ⏳ Kids 17 & under visit free, 18–24 get 50% off. Don’t miss the Canada Strong Pass at the Canadian War Museum. 🎟️ Plan your visit → https://t.co/BidfjcCQt4 #CanadaStrongPass

“Iced Up” shows the brutal winter labour of keeping ships operational. Two sailors aboard HMCS Shawinigan chip ice from a depth charge launcher, where buildup could threaten stability and weapons use. Shawinigan later sank off Newfoundland in 1944. ❄️ https://t.co/KlUE4tunla

The Canadian military used Bombardier Alpine snowmobiles in the North for scouting, patrols, and communication. Soldiers often brought them into tents at night to keep the engines from freezing in the cold. Alpine Snowmobile CWM 19810574-001

George Morasch fought in Europe with the Canadian Army. Many experiences from the frontlines remain private, yet his reflections reveal the human side of battle. Discover Last Voices: The Second World War before Jan 18 ⚔️ 🔗 https://t.co/VzOGROEjvg #LastVoices

Soldiers prepare for a night patrol at Patrol Base Wilson, Afghanistan, 2008. Shadows gather as they ready for twilight. The base honours MCpl Timothy Wilson (d. 2006). 🎨 More → https://t.co/q7lv6alfvR CWM 20140408-001

HMCS Ojibwa, one of three “O-boats” joining the Canadian Navy in 1965‑68. Built in the UK, these subs trained ships in anti-submarine warfare and tracked Soviet vessels during the Cold War. More → https://t.co/q7lv6alfvR CWM 19770522‑003

Wilfred Whitern’s painting shows the Canadian hospital ship Lady Nelson at night. Marked with red crosses and flags, it carried medical staff alongside the merchant navy. See more: https://t.co/M13kYkoewv CWM 19740551‑001

New year, new adventure! ❄️ Don’t miss free and discounted admission for kids and youth at the Canadian War Museum. The Canada Strong Pass until Jan 15. 🎟️ Reserve now → https://t.co/BidfjcCQt4 #CanadaStrongPass

Can you move quietly in the dark? Try our Night Raid Challenge. Use night vision goggles, follow the course, and find hidden targets. Guided every hour from 10 am. Included with admission from Dec 13 to Jan 8. ✨ https://t.co/30Ofgw6V4z