Canadian War Museum

Canada’s national museum of military history. En Français: @MusCanGuerre. Follow us on Instagram: CanWarMuseum. #WarMuseum

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

The Canadian War Museum is deeply saddened by the passing of our Chief Historian and Director of Research, Dr. Tim Cook.

We invite you to read our full statement and share condolences with his family, colleagues, and friends.

🔗 https://t.co/4EFRxrRAgk

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Close to Conflict – Canada and the American Civil War is an exhibition that explores the ways that the American Civil War (1861-1865) shaped Canadian society, politics and military ― and why its legacies still matter today.

Until February 28, 2027

👉 https://t.co/4ijvTCGses

[David W Grebstad🇨🇦🇺🇦 @DavidGrebstad]

It was great to meet up with Dr. Scott MacKenzie, (@5thBorderState)a pal from University of Manitoba days for breakfast and to sign each others books!
Scott, an academic focused on the Civil War, was in town to see the latest @CanWarMuseum exhibit “Close to Conflict” about Canada and the US Civil War.

[Commissionaires @Commissionaires]

Thank you to Linda Kincaid and the @CanWarMuseum for presenting us with the original plaque from the Commissionaires Way exhibit, which was recently refreshed in 2025 in celebration of the Corps’ Centennial year.

#Commissionaires #Veterans

[Koninklijk Huis @koninklijkhuis]

🇨🇦 Prinses Margriet en prof. mr. Pieter van Vollenhoven bezoeken Ottawa in Canada. Het paar bezoekt o.a. het Canadian War Museum en ontmoet de burgemeester, Mark Sutcliffe. Ook opent de Prinses het Canadian Tulip Festival. https://t.co/ZVH1xKcb3b

[Australia in Canada @AusHCCanada]

On #Anzac Day, under sunny Ottawa skies, we remembered them.

Lest we forget

@DefenceAust @dfat @NZinOttawa @CanadianForces @CanWarMuseum

[MsJulieG (she/her/elle) @MsJulieG]

So proud of @StPiusXOCSB SHSM students presenting their Discovery Box research through history & art at the Canadian War Museum today!the inter-generational event was a huge success and so meaningful and powerful. @Pebeopaints @maximuskblack @ocsbArts @ocsbSHSM @CanWarMuseum

[Lesley Peterson @culturetripper]

The @CanWarMuseum is a must-visit in Ottawa, I’ve seen some terrific—and timely—exhibitions there. Impressive, symbolic architecture by Raymond Moriyama. Just look for address 1 Vimy Place. 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[Walters Group @WaltersGroupInc]

Revisiting a landmark build that defined precision and purpose. @CanWarMuseum https://t.co/WA5Plhu6UW #Throwback #WaltersGroupInc #StructuralSteel #SteelFabrication #AESS

[Lord Ashcroft @LordAshcroft]

Spent the morning being shown around the Canadian War Museum by James Whitham the Director General of the Museum. It is the most impressive war museum and well worth the visit. I saw not only the exhibits but the back room activities. Nothing woke about it. It’s a WAR Museum. The @I_W_M in London could learn a thing or two from them. https://t.co/Jhq7zGy52v

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Hatched in 1925 in England, Rex was one of 50 racing pigeons donated to the Royal Canadian Air Force by King George V.

Rex was celebrated by aircrew and pigeoneers alike as “a bird to remember” before he died in 1940 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

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[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Starting in 1973, over 250 Canadians served with the ICCS to monitor the Vietnam ceasefire. Violations were constant and risks were real. On April 7, Capt. Charles Eugene Laviolette was killed when his helicopter was shot down. 🇨🇦

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#CanadianHistory

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

On 19 Jan 1942, U-66 sank RMS Lady Hawkins. Chief Officer Percy Kelly, bandaged, poses with Captain Nels Helgesen, who rescued 71 after 5 days in a lifeboat. Around 250 lives were lost.

George Metcalf Archival Collection
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[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Troopers from the Halifax Rifles share a meal after Exercise Zero Minus in Bedford, Nova Scotia, January 1954. An armoured reserve unit, the Rifles recruited young men from Halifax and nearby communities, including Black communities.

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[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

En découvrant l’exposition Dernières voix de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, les ex‑militaires ont vu leurs histoires, leurs émotions et leur héritage reflétés. Un rappel puissant que les expériences vécues façonnent l’histoire. ✨

https://t.co/N136U3SvMR

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Walking through the exhibition Last Voices of the Second World War, veterans saw their stories, their emotions, and their legacy reflected. A powerful reminder that lived experiences shape history. ✨

Last Voices closes this weekend.
https://t.co/hdRk2If77f

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Jan 15, 1991 marked the end of the UN ultimatum for Iraq to leave Kuwait. Hours later, Operation Desert Storm began. Canadian air and naval forces joined on Jan 16. This Kuwaiti poster marks that moment. CWM 19910067015 🌍 #GulfWar

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Last chance! ⏰ Free for kids 17 & under, 50% off for 18–24. Make your winter visit to the Canadian War Museum unforgettable before Jan 15.

🎟️ Reserve today → https://t.co/BidfjcCQt4

#CanadaStrongPass

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Margaret worked as a radar operator in the Royal Canadian Air Force, guiding aircraft and crews across dangerous skies. Her dedication helped save lives.

See her story at Last Voices: The Second World War before Jan 18 ✈️

🔗 https://t.co/VzOGROEjvg

#LastVoices

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

Time is running out! ❄️ Free and discounted admission for kids and youth ends Jan 15 at the Canadian War Museum.

🔗 Don’t miss it → https://t.co/BidfjcCQt4

#CanadaStrongPass

[Canadian War Museum @CanWarMuseum]

How did pilots stay warm in the First World War? Edward Conyers Payne Larrabee of the Royal Flying Corpswore wool-lined boots, thick gloves, a leather coat, and breeches to shield himself from the cold in an open-air cockpit.

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