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The Myth of the Good War
A revisionist historian offers a refreshing but challenging account of the Second World War, what caused it, why it unfolded as it did, and who emerged the real victor.$24.95, Paperback
Canada's Bastions of Empire
The story of Canadas two British naval bases and their little-known role in preserving Canada for 170 years$29.95, Hardcover
True-Life Adventures of Canada's Bush Pilots
The exploits and adventures of Canadian bush pilots and the planes they have flown.
$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 11-18
Incredible Tales of the Royal Canadian Air Force
The stories of the valiant Canadians who enlisted in the RCAF and fought during WWII
$1.99, PaperbackInterest ages: 11-18
Loyalist Rebellion in New Brunswick
The little-known story of democratic-minded New Brunswick Loyalists who refused to acquiese to rule by their betters$22.95, Paperback
D-Day
On June 6, 1944, a daring invasion of Europe changed the course of World War II, eventually leading to the surrender of Nazi Germany. During the night the Allied forces swept towards the beaches of Normandy. This is the story of the bravery, the heroism & dumb luck of the more than 14,000 Canadians who played a crucial role in that incredible event
$9.95, Paperback
Disaster at Dieppe
The incredible and harrowing story of Canada's worst day in the Second World War$9.95, Paperback
Canada's Soldiers in South Africa
Stories of Canadian troops fighting a guerilla war with Dutch farmers on African soil.$9.95, Paperback
Great Canadian War Heroes
Great Canadian War Heroes tells the amazing stories of the 16 Canadians who received the Victoria Cross during WWII. They came from all walks of life and from various ranks within the Canadian Forces, but they all had one thing in common: each displayed exceptional bravery in the face of the enemy.$9.95, Paperback
A War Bride's Story
Gwendoline Cramer was one of the 48,000 war brides transported to Canada by the Canadian government between 1942 and 1947. Following her heart to rural Saskatchewan, Gwen felt like a fish out of water. She couldn't milk a cow or cook with a wood stove. And then she had the in-laws to contend with...
$9.95, Paperback
Canadian Spies
During World War II, some of the most treacherous jobs were those performed by men and women located deep within enemy territory. Always in danger of being exposed and subjected to torture, imprisonment, and even death, their stories are chilling accounts of bravery and luck--and, in some cases, what happens when the luck runs out.$9.95, Paperback
Great Military Leaders
The history of Canada is filled with charismatic and talented military leaders. Each of the men featured in this collection was wildly successful in business and used his private wealth to provide Canada with a military unit at its times of greatest need. Today these respected units continue to serve Canada and Canadians.$9.95, Paperback
Unsung Heroes of the RCAF
More than 250,000 courageous men and women were enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. These Canadians fought valiantly in every major air operation from the Battle of Britain to the bombing of Germany. Those who survived to tell their stories were forever changed. Here are some of their incredible stories.
$9.95, Paperback
Unsung Heroes of the Royal Canadian Navy
At the outbreak of World War II, the Royal Canadian Navy consisted of just 13 warships and about 3000 permanent and reserve members. By the war's end, however, it had grown into the third largest navy in the world. Together, they exceeded even the highest expectations of their allies.
$9.95, Paperback
How We Stopped Loving the Bomb
A former UN ambassador talks about the new push for nuclear abolition.$22.95, Paperback
The Invasion of Canada
This popular history of the War of 1812 is generously illustrated with archival images as well as with colour photography taken at historical sites fromthe war.$19.95, Paperback
Captain James Cook in Atlantic Canada
A fascinating account of the famous Captain James Cook and the formative years he spent learning navigation, map-making and naval command during turbulent years in Atlantic Canada$24.95, Paperback
First to Die
The tragic story of four young Canadian seamen, and the early days of the Canadian Navy$24.95, Paperback
Melville Prison and Deadman's Island
The first book on the little known story of Melville Prison and Deadman's Island.
$24.95, Paperback
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