1,267,000 Canadians served in World War 2 and 37,000 died in that war. (Approx 43,000 died according to both Canadian Encyclopedia and Canadian Veterans Affairs)
Several Canadians have made significant contributions that changed the world. For instance, Dr. Frederick Banting co-discovered insulin, revolutionizing diabetes treatment and saving countless lives. Additionally, Viola Desmond became a symbol of the fight against racial segregation in Canada, inspiring movements for civil rights. Furthermore, environmental activist David Suzuki has raised global awareness about climate change and conservation through his work in science and media.
Col Ethridge is the most declared soldier alive today. He served in several major WWII military campaigns. He was Audie Murphy's commanding officer. Today he lives in Huntsville, Texas.
Dieppe, a seaside town located on the English channel, was the theater of Operation Jubilee in 1942 (link goes to the Wikipedia page)
Approximately 83,000 Sikh soldiers served in the British Indian Army during World War II, and around 3,000 of them lost their lives in the conflict. Sikhs played a significant role in various theaters of the war, including North Africa and Southeast Asia. Their contributions and sacrifices are commemorated in various memorials and historical accounts.
The estimates run from 50 million to 70 million people lost their lives.
Canadians
More than 27,000 Canadians fought in the Korean War, and 516 Canadians lost their lives. All together 26,791 Canadians served in the Korean War, with 1,558 casualties. 516 Canadian's are listed in the Korea Book of Remembrance for their sacrifice. A complete history of Canadian Forces in the Korean War can be found at the link below.
Canadians and Canadiennes
16 million served 408,000 died
he inspired them with his music and not only canadians, the whole world enjoys his music!
Canadians are citizen that lives and born in Canada.
they went on with their lives because it would be a war crime to kill them
As a Canuck, I am very proud to tell you that per capita more Canadians smoke marijuana than any other country in the world. More even than the Netherlands. In fact, over 80% of adult Canadians report that they have smoked marijuana at some point in their lives.
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he's hot and talented;)
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He didn't. It would be a huge stretch to say a hockey player (albeit an excellent one) changed the lives of Canadians. He thrilled and entertained hockey fans, that's about it. In no way did he change our lives.