Canadian Heroes: The Stories of Valour Behind Some of the Country’s Bravest Soldiers

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, many Canadians set aside two minutes of silence to remember the brave soldiers who fought for our freedom. This moment serves as a poignant reminder that Canada has been and continues to be home to many ordinary men and women who have distinguished themselves through remarkable actions and exceptional bravery. From the teenager who braved a hail of enemy bullets while nursing a badly broken arm to deliver a message that would save numerous troops, to the female combat soldier who gave her life to successfully take down Taliban insurgents, here is a small sample of some of Canada’s most courageous war heroes....