Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada Museum facts for kids
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| Location | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
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| Type | The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada military museum |
The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders Museum is a special place in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It's a military museum found inside the Minto Armoury. This museum celebrates a famous Scottish regiment from Manitoba called The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada. This group of soldiers first started in 1910.
History of the Regiment
The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada are known for their bravery. They fought with great courage in World War I. During this time, they formed five different groups of soldiers for the Canadian Expeditionary Force. These groups were the 16th, 27th, 43rd, 174th, and 179th battalions.
The regiment also took part in the 1942 Dieppe Raid during World War II. They continued to serve across northwest Europe throughout the war. Their history shows their important role in Canada's military past.
What You Can See
The museum has many interesting things to see. It displays special items called artifacts. These are old objects that tell stories about the regiment. You can also see lots of photographs. These pictures show the soldiers and their experiences. Everything in the museum helps you learn about The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada Regiment.
Gallery
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Tom McCormack, a soldier from the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders.
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Ross Tollerton was a brave soldier from the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders. He received the Victoria Cross, a very high award, during World War I.
Museum Connections
The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders Museum is connected to several important groups. These connections help the museum share its stories and care for its collections. It works with the CMA and the CHIN. The museum is also part of the OMMC and the Virtual Museum of Canada.
See also
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
- Cold Lake Air Force Museum
- Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum
- Comox Air Force Museum
- Great War Flying Museum
- Military history of Canada
- National Air Force Museum of Canada
- Organization of Military Museums of Canada
- Secrets of Radar Museum
- The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada
