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Cision Canada
3 days ago
- General
- Cision Canada
Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark Victory in Asia and the Pacific and the End of Second World War Français
OTTAWA, ON , Aug. 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement to mark Victory in Asia and the Pacific: "Today, we mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Asia and the Pacific, when Allied forces brought the Second World War to an end. "While Canada is widely recognized for its fight against tyranny and oppression in Europe and on the Atlantic Ocean, it is less known that more than 10,000 Canadians were also involved in the struggle against Imperial Japan in Asia and the Pacific. In 1941, nearly 2,000 Canadians were sent to help garrison Hong Kong, 800 of whom were either killed or wounded in action, while approximately 260 more died in harsh prisoner-of-war camps. "Thousands of members of the Royal Canadian Air Force served in places like Malaysia, Indonesia, Burma and India. They played critical roles as radar operators and members of bomber, transport, reconnaissance and as fighter squadrons. At home many more supported coastal defence efforts. When the Imperial Japanese Army approached the British Columbia coast in 1942, RCAF squadrons guarded against enemy submarines and aerial attacks. Meanwhile, Royal Canadian Navy sailors saw active service against the Imperial Japanese Navy, with warships escorting convoys across the Pacific and along our west coast, while Canadian Merchant seamen served on Canadian and Allied ships in the region. "Three Canadians—Company Sergeant Major John Robert Osborn, Major Charles Ferguson Hoey and Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray—were awarded the Victoria Cross posthumously for their bravery while fighting in the Pacific theatre. "On this 80 th anniversary, we encourage Canadians to remember those who served, as we remain eternally grateful to them and the more than 10,000 others from Canada and Newfoundland who helped bring the Second World War finally to an end." Associated links: SOURCE Veterans Affairs Canada - Ottawa
Al Etihad
15-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
France PM suggests slashing two public holidays amid budget cuts
15 July 2025 19:14 PARIS (AFP)France's Prime Minister Francois Bayrou on Tuesday proposed cutting two public holidays as part of a 2026 budget proposal to slash overall spending while also increasing defence expenses. Bayrou suggested making people work on Easter Monday and on May 8, a day that commemorates Victory in Europe at the end of World War II, though adding he was open to other options.
Business Standard
31-05-2025
- General
- Business Standard
Rector of Mari State University Highlights India's Role in World War II During Inspiring Lecture for International Students
SMPL Yoshkar Ola [Russia], May 31: Mari State University (MarSU) proudly hosted an enlightening lecture recently by its Rector, Prof. Mikhail Shvetsov N, lecturer of the Russian society "Znanie", who addressed an audience of international students on the compelling topic of "India in the Second World War." The event offered a unique perspective on the historical and enduring ties between India and Russia, focusing on India's significant contributions during World War II and the importance of Russian-Indian cooperation. The esteemed Rector delivered an in-depth account of India's pivotal role in the Allied victory over Nazi Germany. He emphasized the extraordinary bravery and sacrifice of Indian soldiers and civilians, acknowledging their essential contributions to the collective triumph of the Allied forces. "More than 2.5 million Indians participated in World War II, including on the European fronts," Shvetsov noted. "The memory of this unites our peoples. It is especially important to talk about this in the year of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, which is undoubtedly our common Victory." During the lecture, students were captivated by stories of heroism and dedication, learning about the Indian troops who fought valiantly alongside British and Commonwealth forces. The Rector highlighted that the shared history of sacrifice and resilience forms a strong foundation for mutual understanding and respect between Russia and India. "This is not just a historical conversation," Shvetsov remarked, "it is about mutual understanding, respect, and common pages of our history." The Rector further stressed the importance of such discussions in fostering a sense of unity among the diverse student body at Mari State University. "We are proud that Mari State University is a point of attraction for young people from all over the world. And we want everyone to feel at home here and join our values, our history, which is exactly where the truth and true greatness lie," he added. This lecture holds special significance as it coincides with the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, a milestone that underscores the shared sacrifices and victories of the Allied nations. By commemorating these historical events, Mari State University continues to promote international friendship, cultural exchange, and a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of global histories. The event concluded with an engaging Q & A session, where students expressed their appreciation for the Rector's insights and reflected on the importance of remembering and honoring the contributions of all nations in shaping the world's history. Mari State University is one of Russia's leading institutions of higher education, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, international collaboration, and the holistic development of students from around the globe. The university strives to create an inclusive environment where students can learn, grow, and contribute to a better world.
India Gazette
31-05-2025
- General
- India Gazette
Rector of Mari State University Highlights India's Role in World War II During Inspiring Lecture for International Students
SMPL Yoshkar Ola [Russia], May 31: Mari State University (MarSU) proudly hosted an enlightening lecture recently by its Rector, Prof. Mikhail Shvetsov N, lecturer of the Russian society 'Znanie', who addressed an audience of international students on the compelling topic of 'India in the Second World War.' The event offered a unique perspective on the historical and enduring ties between India and Russia, focusing on India's significant contributions during World War II and the importance of Russian-Indian cooperation. The esteemed Rector delivered an in-depth account of India's pivotal role in the Allied victory over Nazi Germany. He emphasized the extraordinary bravery and sacrifice of Indian soldiers and civilians, acknowledging their essential contributions to the collective triumph of the Allied forces. 'More than 2.5 million Indians participated in World War II, including on the European fronts,' Shvetsov noted. 'The memory of this unites our peoples. It is especially important to talk about this in the year of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, which is undoubtedly our common Victory.' During the lecture, students were captivated by stories of heroism and dedication, learning about the Indian troops who fought valiantly alongside British and Commonwealth forces. The Rector highlighted that the shared history of sacrifice and resilience forms a strong foundation for mutual understanding and respect between Russia and India. 'This is not just a historical conversation,' Shvetsov remarked, 'it is about mutual understanding, respect, and common pages of our history.' The Rector further stressed the importance of such discussions in fostering a sense of unity among the diverse student body at Mari State University. 'We are proud that Mari State University is a point of attraction for young people from all over the world. And we want everyone to feel at home here and join our values, our history, which is exactly where the truth and true greatness lie,' he added. This lecture holds special significance as it coincides with the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, a milestone that underscores the shared sacrifices and victories of the Allied nations. By commemorating these historical events, Mari State University continues to promote international friendship, cultural exchange, and a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of global histories. The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where students expressed their appreciation for the Rector's insights and reflected on the importance of remembering and honoring the contributions of all nations in shaping the world's history. Mari State University is one of Russia's leading institutions of higher education, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, international collaboration, and the holistic development of students from around the globe. The university strives to create an inclusive environment where students can learn, grow, and contribute to a better world. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by SMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Trump diverts military valor to himself
Over the Memorial Day weekend, Trump spent some time with the people he called suckers and losers of both the future and the past. He delivered the commencement address at West Point, and rambled on for a good hour reprising the trophy wives and yachts story he told the Boy Scouts back in 2017 and boasting about his felonies, saying, "I went through more investigations than Alphonse Capone, and now I'm talking to you as president, can you believe this?" This was his lesson in perseverance to the graduates: no matter how many crimes you commit, you too can become president. He said he didn't have time to do the traditional handshake of the graduating seniors because he's dealing with important national security issues in Russia and China. Luckily, he is able to do that from the golf course where he was seen later that afternoon. The next day, he delivered a Memorial Day address at Arlington National Cemetery in which he shared with all the people who were there mourning their loved ones that he was glad that he hadn't won his second term until now because he "got the World Cup and the Olympics." I'm sure that was very comforting. I know all Americans were very moved by his Memorial Day message to the country: Trump is very interested in military pomp and circumstance these days. A couple of weeks ago, he declared May 8 a holiday, celebrating the Victory in WWII as they do in Europe and Russia, stating that it "was only accomplished because of us." No one advised him, I guess, that America also fought the Japanese in WWII and they didn't surrender until August. But, whatever. I guess we'll just change that. Nobody will notice. He also declared that Nov. 11 would be called Victory in WWI Day, but was later told that we already celebrate it as Veterans Day. Apparently veterans are very touchy about changing that and Trump seems to have dropped it. We've never been a country that ritually staged big military parades yearly, although it's not unprecedented to do it in the wake of specific military victories. Certainly, we've never done it to show off military gear to impress our adversaries and allies with our massive manly equipment. There's no word on whether we'll be doing that every May 8 going forward, but we're going to be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Army on June 14, which just happens to land on Trump's 79th birthday. How serendipitous? The New York Times reports: The current plan involves a tremendous scene in the center of Washington: 28 M1A1 Abrams tanks (at 70 tons each for the heaviest in service); 28 Stryker armored personnel carriers; more than 100 other vehicles; a World War II-era B-25 bomber; 6,700 soldiers; 50 helicopters; 34 horses; two mules; and a dog. It's estimated to cost somewhere in the vicinity of $45 million, not counting the clean-up and repairs of the streets that the tanks are likely to destroy. I'm sure they can cut some more children's health care somewhere in the budget to pay for it. There are no plans for the soldiers to sing "Happy Birthday, Mr. President," but the Golden Knights, a paratrooper team, will land in front of the reviewing stand and present him with a flag. And who knows, maybe they're planning a surprise. The lore has it that Trump saw the Bastille Day celebration in France in 2017 and has been agitating for one ever since. According to the Times, in his first term, the Pentagon pushed back with then-Defense Secretary Jim Mattis quipping that he would 'rather swallow acid," but this time, everyone figures they'd better give Trump what he wants. I think Trump's desire for the big military parade goes back much farther than that. Trump's father sent Donald to military school because he was spoiled and out of control. But he still made sure that his son had plenty of privileges that other students did not have. He even got him a big promotion to one of the top ranks despite not having done anything to earn it. According to the great book "Lucky Loser" by Russ Buettner and Susanne Craig, he failed in that job but not by being belligerent and abusive, as you might imagine. He failed because he was negligent and didn't do the job, locking himself in his room and letting the lower ranks run roughshod over the younger kids. After one of his charges roughed up a lower-classman and Trump was nowhere to be found, he was finally removed from his post. But Daddy intervened again. According to this excerpt of the book in Vanity Fair, he actually ended up leading the parade. Literally. The cadets marched every year in the Columbus Day parade and somehow the orders came down that Trump would be leading it, despite the fact that it was traditionally given to the top officer in the school, which he certainly was not: Whatever the reason, on October 12, 1963, Donald led the specially assembled company of cadets down Fifth Avenue, past some of the premiere addresses in the city of his birth. Some of the cadets marching behind him wondered how it could be that Trump was in front and Witek, the highest-ranking cadet in the school and the senior class president, marched behind him. Trump arrived first at St. Patrick's Cathedral, where he met Cardinal Francis Spellman. Donald would always claim marching in the front of the parade was evidence of his 'elite' status at the academy. Trump famously avoided the Vietnam War and the rumors are that, once again, his father paid for a doctor to say he had bone spurs. Years later, he told Howard Stern that avoiding STDs during the 90s was his personal Vietnam. He said he felt "like a great and very brave soldier." So it's not as if he never served. As president, he doesn't much care for underachievers in the ranks and has no respect for military leadership. He's not interested in history, tradition or what the armed services really do. He once marched down 5th Avenue leading the cadets and to him, that's real military service. He just loves a parade, and now he's going to get one on his birthday. Maybe they'll surprise him with the Medal of Honor he was talked out of giving himself in the first term.
