Beginnings of the 116th Battalion – Training
The previous two month’s articles covered the foundational work to get the 116th Battalion established. December 2025 detailed the double company that expanded into the 116th Battalion and January 2026…
Biography of a Tank: ‘HOLY ROLLER’
By Mike McNorgan, Royal Canadian Armoured Corps Association In 1940, the General Motors Corporation obtained a contract from the USgovernment for the construction of tanks. Production began in April 1941.Further…
Beginnings of the 116th Battalion – Getting Established
Last month’s article covered the initial organization of the double company that led to the authorization of a full battalion to be raised from Ontario County. Major Samuel S. Sharpe…
Special Press Release – Significant gift of new vehicles
MUSEUM RECEIVES SIGNIFICANT GIFT OF MILITARY VEHICLES AND TANKSFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 6 December 2025 Oshawa, Ontario, December 5, 2025 — The Canadian Tank Museum, which houses North America’s largest collection…
Beginnings of the 116th Battalion – The Double Company
The First World War was into its second year in September 1915. Ontario County had contributed hundreds of men to the Canadian Expeditionary Force through the first three overseas contingents…