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The War Brides
Yes, tens of thousands married Canadian soldiers during the war, coming over here after the war in groups. Some of these have organized a train trip back to Pier 21 in Halifax, where they all landed. They're arriving right now as I type this, with a military Guard of Honour and band... and it's being shown on CTV Newsnet. Catch it if you can! These old dears are wonderful to see.
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Must have missed it. I'm just getting other news Hopefull they'll do several replays the rest of the day.
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More war brides
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Re: More war brides
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Well ... THAT made tears in my eyes!!! I just saw the news and it showed clips of some of these now elderly women and their elderly husbands renewing their vows in ceremonies at Pier 21.
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Karmen, I saw what you wrote and tuned in CTV Newsnet. What a pleasure to see those old folks affirm their vows!
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A newscaster mentioned that about 40,000 women came over as War Brides. To see some of these women and men still living, for this moment, frail-ly, yet spirited and ageless, walking down the aisle to renew their vows with another "I Do" and a kiss ... is yet another Victory of a long life together. Precious Happy Canadian Moments Karmen |
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