Fusiliers Mont-Royal facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal
The cap badge of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal
Active	1869–present
Country	Canada
Branch	Canadian Army
Type	Light infantry
Size	1 battalion
Part of	34 Canadian Brigade Group
Garrison/HQ	Montreal, Quebec
Motto(s)	Nunquam retrorsum (Never backward)
March	"The Jockey of York"
Engagements	North-West Rebellion First World War Second World War War in Afghanistan
Battle honours	See #Battle honours
Commanders
Notable commanders	Lt.-Col. (later Gen.) Jacques Alfred Dextraze

Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal is a special army group in the Canadian Army. It is a Primary Reserve infantry regiment. This means its members are part-time soldiers who train regularly. They can be called upon to serve Canada when needed.

History of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal

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  The regimental colour of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal.

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  The camp flag of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal.

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  Fusiliers Mont-Royal entrance

Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal started in Montreal, Quebec. This was on June 18, 1869. Back then, they were called The Mount Royal Rifles. Over the years, their name changed several times.

• On November 5, 1869, they became the 65th Battalion, Mount Royal Rifles.
• In 1900, they were the 65th Regiment "Mount Royal Rifles".
• Then, in 1902, they changed to the 65th Regiment "Carabiniers Mont-Royal".
• On March 29, 1920, they were named Les Carabiniers Mont-Royal.
• Finally, on April 15, 1931, they became Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal.

In 1920, the regiment had two main parts, called battalions. One battalion was for active service. The other was a reserve unit. The reserve unit was later closed down in 1936.

In 1951, two temporary companies, "E" and "F", were created. Their soldiers joined other Canadian battalions. These battalions served in Germany with NATO and in Korea with the United Nations. Both "E" and "F" Companies were closed in 1953.

Honoring Past Units

Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal keeps the memory of several older military units alive. This is called "perpetuation." They honor the:

• 2nd and 3rd Battalions (City of Montreal) (who served from 1812–1815).
• Longue-Pointe and Pointe-Claire Divisions (also from 1812–1815).
• The 69th Battalion (Canadien-Français), CEF.
• The 150th Battalion (Carabiniers Mont-Royal), CEF.

Battles and Service

This regiment has a long history of serving Canada in different conflicts.

North-West Rebellion

The regiment was called to active duty on April 10, 1885. They were known as the 65th Mounted Rifles, "Mount Royal Rifles" then. They served in the Alberta Column during the North-West Rebellion. This was a conflict in western Canada. They finished their service on July 24, 1885.

The First World War

When the First World War began in 1914, parts of the regiment were called to protect local areas.

Two special battalions were formed for overseas service:

• The 69th Battalion (Canadien-Français), CEF was created in 1915. They went to Britain in 1916. These soldiers helped reinforce other Canadian units fighting in Europe. This battalion was later disbanded in 1920.
• The 150th Battalion (Carabiniers Mont-Royal), CEF was formed in 1915. They also went to Britain in 1916. They sent soldiers to help the Canadian Corps. This battalion was disbanded in 1918.

The Second World War

The regiment was called to active duty for the Second World War on September 1, 1939. They were first known as the Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal, CASF.

• On July 1, 1940, they went to Iceland for guard duty.
• Later, they moved to Great Britain.
• On August 19, 1942, they took part in OPERATION JUBILEE, a major raid on Dieppe, France.
• They returned to France on July 7, 1944. They fought in North-West Europe until the war ended.
• This overseas battalion was disbanded on November 15, 1945.

Another battalion, the 3rd Battalion, Les Fusiliers de Mont-Royal, CASF, was formed in 1942. They stayed in Canada for home defense. This battalion was disbanded in 1943.

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  Tactical Headquarters of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal, Munderloh, Germany, April 29, 1945

War In Afghanistan

Between 2002 and 2014, many soldiers from Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal served in Afghanistan. More than 20% of their soldiers helped in various missions there.

Battle Honours

Battle honours are special awards given to military units for their bravery and service in battles or campaigns. The ones in bold are proudly displayed on the regiment's flag.

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  The regimental colour of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal.

• War of 1812:

* Defence of Canada – 1812–1815

• North West Rebellion:

* North-West Canada, 1885

• First World War:

* Ypres, 1915, '17 * Festubert, 1915 * Somme, 1916 * Arras, 1917, '18 * Hill 70 * Amiens * Hindenburg Line * Pursuit to Mons

• Second World War:

* Dieppe * Bourguébus Ridge * St. André-sur-Orne * Verrières Ridge–Tilly-la-Campagne * Falaise * Falaise Road * The Laison * Forêt de la Londe * Dunkirk, 1944 * Antwerp–Turnhout Canal * The Scheldt * Woensdrecht * South Beveland * The Rhineland * The Hochwald * Xanten * The Rhine * Groningen * Oldenburg * North-West Europe, 1942, 1944–1945

• South-West Asia:

* Afghanistan

Regimental Associations

Former members of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal can join special groups. These groups help keep the spirit of the regiment alive. They include the Officers Mess and the Sergeants Mess. There is also an association for retired junior members.

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  Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal building

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  Infantrymen of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal in front of Charlottenburger Tor, Berlin, Germany, July 14, 1945

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  Infantrymen of Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal, Groningen, Netherlands

Regimental Headquarters

The main office for Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal is located in Montreal, Quebec.

Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal

3721 Henri-Julien Street

Montreal, QC H2X 3H4

Armoury

The regiment's armoury is a historic building. It is called Manège Henri-Julien.

Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal Museum

Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal Museum

Location	3721 Henri-Julien Avenue Montreal, QC Canada
Type	Regimental Museum

The Armoury of the Fusiliers Mont-Royal was designed by an officer named Raoul Adolphe Brassard. He was an architect for the 65th Regiment.

The museum inside the armoury shows many interesting items. You can see old uniforms, medals, and photos. It also has other things that tell the story of the regiment. The museum is open on Tuesday evenings. You can also visit by making an appointment.

The museum's goal is to collect and show items. These items help tell the story of the regiment's military life in Montreal. This includes their service in times of peace and war. The museum works with other museum groups in Canada.

Order of Importance

In the Canadian Army, units have an "order of precedence." This shows their rank or importance.

See also

• List of armouries in Canada
• Military history of Canada
• History of the Canadian Army
• Canadian Forces