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March 22, 2010
(Red Deer, Alberta) – Join Red Deer Mayor Morris Flewwelling and local historian Michael Dawe in commemorating 100 years of naval history in Canada.
Featuring a presentation by Michael Dawe and performances by the Red Deer Legion Pipe Band, the Red Deer Royals, and Calgary’s HMCS Tecumseh Colour Party, this event will celebrate the role of the navy within the Canadian Forces over the past century.
Date: Sunday, March 28, 2010
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Red Deer Memorial Centre
4214 58 Street
Red Deer, AB
“Our history as a nearly water-locked nation has truly been shaped by the Canadian Navy,” said Flewwelling. “I am delighted to have the opportunity to promote a vital future for the navy and to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our naval veterans.”
For more information about the Canadian Naval Centennial, please visit www.navy.forces.gc.ca/centennial.
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For more information, please contact:
Mayor Morris Flewwelling
The City of Red Deer
403-342-8154
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