May 8, 2005 marked the 60th anniversary of VE-Day, when Nazi Germany surrendered unconditionally and World War II ended in Europe. Commemorative ceremonies were held in all the nations which were involved in that conflict, either as victims or as victors.

Canada was one of the major architects of that victory. With a population of only about 12 million when the war began, by 1944 Canada had a complete army, the world's third largest navy and fourth largest airforce, and 1.1 million men and women in uniform. More than 45,000 ... (more)