June 22, 1943
On this date in 1943, due to the heavy Engineer commitment, training of Artillery personnel to construct Bailey Bridges was started.
On this date in 1943, due to the heavy Engineer commitment, training of Artillery personnel to construct Bailey Bridges was started.
On this date in 1749, Lord Cornwallis landed in the newly formed garrison town of Halifax. His engineers immediately began the layout of the town and its defences.
On this date in 1917, Tunnelling Companies were being employed as extra Field Companies due to their expertise in explosives.
On this date in 1944, 10 Field Squadron organized a "Get Ahead Course” to acquaint officers of other arms on how to solve problems and relieve Engineers of a workload.
On this date in 1942, the Royal Canadian Engineers were introduced to the Bailey bridge that was to replace the Inglis bridge they had been using.
On this date in 1897, Lt-Gen Edson Louis Milliard (Tommy) Burns was born in Westmount, QC.
On this date in 1945, Cpl R.M. Fetherston and Spr J.D. Garrett of 11 Field Company were awarded the George Medal for rescuing British soldiers in an ammunition fire.
On this date in 1952, the Donjek Bridge, constructed by No 1 Road Maintenance Company at Mile 1132.8 on the Alaska Highway, was opened by Brig J.L. Melville.
On this date in 1921, the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals became established and they took over the duties of the Canadian Engineer telegraph and wireless sections.
On this date in 1940, Tommy Prince enrolled in the 1st Corps Field Park Company, RCE. He became Canada's most decorated native soldier.