Cecilia Badano

Break the Echo: Start of a new project on Holocaust education 

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This week, the LRE Foundation and its partners came together in Brussels to kick off the new EU-funded project “Break the Echo”. A seminar at the House of European History the following day served as the opening event for the public programme of the project. 

The Break the Echo project is dedicated to addressing Holocaust denial, distortion and antisemitism through education, remembrance, study trips, workshops for professionals and events for young people. Inspired by the idea of breaking the echoes of hatred, intolerance, and historical manipulation, the project promotes learning from the past to shape a better future. 

During the seminar on Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at the House of European History in Brussels, project partners, invited expert speakers and guests exchanged best practices in Holocaust education and teaching about Jewish cultural heritage. Museums, memorial sites, research centres and cultural institutions from all over Europe shared their experiences and lessons learned from innovative educational approaches.

The Grodzka Gate – NN Theatre Centre held a workshop on combining local history, personal stories and artistic expression around the Jewish heritage of the city of Lublin in Poland. Véronique Bastian from the Centre Cinqfontaines (Luxembourg) shared her experience in using Holocaust education as a tool to address antisemitism and promote human rights in the organisations’ work with young people. Gabriel Deham from the Jewish Museum of Belgium (Brussels) explained the challenges the museum faces when carrying out its youth educational activities and how the promotion of Jewish heritage and culture can encourage reflection on diversity and inclusion. 

“Every Name Matters” is an innovative recording project initiated by Kazerne Dossin (Mechelen), encouraging individual visitors and school groups to record the names of over 25,000 Jewish and Sinti and Roma deportees from Belgium. Larysa Michalska from the Upper Silesian Jews House of Remembrance/Max Kopfstein Association joined the seminar online and presented the context of the Jewish presence in the region and how cooperation with local communities can support the preservation and transmission of memory. 

The following discussion provided the opportunity for the group to exchange their personal experiences in working in the field of Holocaust education and how to deal with current challenges and trauma. Many participants noted that stereotypes are still widespread in society and that education on the topic is still very much necessary. After the official programme of the day, seminar participants had the opportunity to visit the House of European History’s permanent collection and the temporary “Postcolonial?” exhibition. 

“I am pleased that the Break the Echo project has started with such a meaningful and inspiring meeting. It was a great opportunity to bring together partners and experts, exchange experiences and build a strong foundation for our future cooperation. I believe that our project will bring many valuable results and help us create impactful educational activities that contribute to promoting Holocaust remembrance and addressing contemporary challenges.” says Project Manager Joanna Roman. 

Break the Echo is a project funded by the European Commission’s CERV programme. Consortium members are the LRE Foundation (coordinator), partners Post Bellum (Czechia), Bridge to Liberation Foundation (Netherlands), Les Territoires de la Mémoire (Belgium), Province of Lucca (Italy), Grodzka Gate – NN Theatre Centre (Poland) and ARQ Nationaal Psychotrauma Centrum (Netherlands) and associated partner Zikaron Basalon. 

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Introducing the new “Cammino ’44”

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We are delighted to share that “Cammino ’44” – the long-awaited walking route connecting Sant’Anna di Stazzema to Monte Sole – is about to become a reality. This Saturday, 20 June, the first march sets off from the Piazza del Duomo in Pietrasanta, with walkers expected to complete their journey at Monte Sole on 1 July. It is a moment our Italian branch has been working hard for months and we have been looking forward to with great anticipation.

Il Cammino ’44 is a secular memory trail, conceived and developed by LRE Italy, our Italian branch, in close partnership and with the support of the Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna regions. Spanning 180 kilometres through mountain landscapes, historic villages and picturesque scenery across Alta Versilia, the Serchio Valley, the Pistoia mountains and the Bolognese Apennines, it links two of the most significant sites of twentieth-century Italian history. The route is part of the Liberation Route Europe, the European network of hiking and cycling routes dedicated to the history of the Second World War.

All stages of the “Cammino ’44” are well-distributed, with accommodation and refreshment services along the way, and dedicated signposting at each entry and exit point. It can be walked as a continuous journey of around twelve days, or tackled one stage at a time. In this way, the exercise of memory becomes something active, lived and shared: a walk that weaves together slow tourism, culture, nature and history, and brings people into direct contact with stories and places that are part of Italy’s, and Europe’s, collective heritage.

The inaugural ceremony on June 20 will bring together regional leadership from both Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, reflecting the broad institutional commitment to this project and to the preservation of living memory. Their presence speaks to the significance of what this route represents: not just a walking itinerary, but a shared responsibility to remember the civilian victims of the Second World War.

One of the highlights of the morning will be a conversation with Mario Marsili, one of the very few surviving witnesses of the Sant’Anna di Stazzema massacre. As a symbolic gesture, each walker will receive a scarf to carry along the route and present at both Sant’Anna di Stazzema and Monte Sole – a small but deeply meaningful act, connecting those walking today with the memory of the communities that suffered there in 1944.

We want to address our sincere congratulations to Carlo Puddu, Director of LRE Italy, and Katia Gerunda, Marketing Executive, for their outstanding efforts in turning this vision into reality.

Il Cammino ’44 is now available on its own dedicated website (www.cammino44.it) and on liberationroute.com, where walkers, educators, and all those who wish to engage with this chapter of European history can find everything they need – whether to plan their own journey or to explore the stories from afar.

We warmly invite everyone to join, whether on foot this Saturday or along the way in the days that follow. The route is open to all.

For more information, make sure to follow @Cammino_44 on Instagram

Save the Date: LRE Forum 2027 in Pilsen, 8–11 March

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We are delighted to announce that the 11th edition of the LRE Forum will take place from 8 to 11 March 2027 in Pilsen, Czech Republic. Mark your calendars and get ready to join us in Pilsen, a city holding a significant chapter in European WWII history.

The LRE Forum is our annual event, bringing together members, partners, tourism professionals and heritage experts from across Europe and beyond for several days of exchange, discovery and collaboration. Each edition is shaped by its host region, and Pilsen is no exception.

We are working in close partnership with the City of Pilsen, a longstanding member of the LRE Foundation, to build an enriching programme for our network and local institutions. Liberated by American forces in May 1945, the city carries a proud and moving wartime story and we will make sure to integrate it in our programme.

While more details on venues and the full agenda will be shared in the coming months, participants can look forward to:

  • The LRE Member Seminar – Dedicated time for our network to connect, share updates and exchange good practices.
  • The LRE Conference – Expert speakers and open dialogue on WWII memory, heritage and European remembrance.
  • The LRE Gala – An evening to celebrate our community and the work we do together.
  • The LREXPO – A networking space bringing together memorial sites, museums, cities and travel professionals.
  • Site Visits – Curated tours of significant WWII sites in and around Pilsen and Prague offering both well-known landmarks and lesser-told stories from the country.

If you joined us in Gelderland in 2026, we hope to see you again in Pilsen. If this is your first LRE Forum, there is no better moment to experience what brings our network together.

📍 LRE Forum 2027
 📅 8–11 March
 📌 Pilsen, Czech Republic

More information coming soon – in the meantime, save the date and spread the word.

Preserving the Past Securing the Future: Final Workshop on Economic Sustainability in Lucca

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On 11 and 12 June, participants of our Preserving the Past, Securing the Future (PPSF) project gathered in Lucca, Italy, for the programme’s third and final capacity building workshop, ‘Economic Sustainability & Strategic Management of Remembrance Tourism Sites’, hosted by project partner Fondazione Campus

Building on the momentum from Normandy and Gdańsk, this gathering brought heritage professionals from across Europe together one last time to explore how memorial sites can strengthen their financial resilience and management practices, ensuring both their long-term viability and their positive impact on the regions that surround them.

The workshop opened on Thursday morning with a welcome from PPSF project partners followed by an ice breaker exercise and introductions among participants. As with previous sessions, the morning continued with a moment of reflection: participants shared how they had applied the learnings from Workshop 2 on Social Responsibility & Community Engagement in Remembrance Tourism within their own organisations.

The core thematic sessions of the day, moderated by Mascontour, focused on Sustainability and the local economy and Planning, managing and monitoring for sustainability. Through interactive exercises and Q&A discussions, participants explored good practices for embedding economic sustainability into the cultural heritage and WWII memory sector, from strengthening ties with local economies to developing robust management plans that monitor impact over time.

In the late afternoon, the group travelled to Lucca’s historic centre for a walking tour of the city’s famous fortified walls, guided by LRE Italy Director Carlo Puddu, before sharing dinner together.

Friday’s programme turned to the question of funding, with Mascontour introducing tips and resources for successful fundraising in the cultural heritage and WWII memory sector. The final thematic session, The value of our work: Beyond Ticket Sales, brought all three workshops together, as participants reflected on how remembrance work contributes to societal resilience, democratic awareness, community wellbeing and local economic development, and how this impact can be communicated to stakeholders and funders.

“This final workshop brought everything full circle,” says Emme Johnson, Project Manager at the LRE Foundation. “Over the course of three workshops, our participants have built not only practical skills in environmental, social and economic sustainability, but also a strong network of peers they can continue to learn from. It has been wonderful to see how much they have grown together over the course of this programme.”

While the Lucca workshop marks the conclusion of the PPSF training programme’s workshop series, the journey doesn’t end here. The project’s findings and outcomes will be shared at a closing conference in Brussels on September 8, bringing together participants, partners, sector stakeholders and members of the public to reflect on the programme’s lessons and discuss the future of sustainable remembrance tourism across Europe. Please make sure to sign up here to ensure entry on the day.

PPSF is a Creative Europe programme co-funded by the European Commission.

Recruitment for the new Youth Ambassadors Network has officially started 

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Applications are welcome for the LRE Youth Ambassadors Network, an EU-funded project launched in November last year and brings together young people from all over Europe who want to explore WWII history, connect with others, and take an active role in shaping the future of remembrance. 

Participation is free of charge and open to young people between 15 and 30 years living in the European Union. The network is designed for collaborative learning in a relaxed atmosphere, where participants can learn, exchange ideas, build friendships and reflect on the lessons of the past in relation to the future they want to shape. 

Youth Ambassadors are invited to take part in online and in-person events in different European cities, including workshops, study visits, digital storytelling trainings and opportunities to bring their own ideas into the project’s educational activities. Upcoming in-person highlights are the Youth Forum in Prague, Czechia, in February 2027, the Youth Forum in Bastogne, Belgium, in 2028 and the Youth Remembrance Summit in Gdańsk, Poland, in 2028. 

The Youth Ambassadors Network offers different levels of involvement, depending on participants’ availability and motivation. Young people can take part in a wide range of activities, from occasional online sessions to in-person events and longer-term engagement. At the same time, the network also provides opportunities for participants to take on a more active role in shaping its direction. This includes contributing directly to discussions on planning, priorities and future activities, helping to ensure that the network reflects the needs, ideas and perspectives of its members. 

The LRE Foundation is proud to be the lead partner in this strong consortium of European organisations specialised in youth initiatives, history education and cultural heritage management. The project partners are Post Bellum (Czechia), Max Mannheimer Study Center (Germany), Museum of the Second World War in Gdańsk (Poland), asbl Tourisme, Culture & Patrimoine (Belgium), Interpret Europe (Germany) and Studio Globo (Belgium). 

More information can be found here: www.lre-youth.eu/ambassadors-network/  
You can sign up now via this link: www.lre-youth.eu/sign-up-youth-ambassadors/ 

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Social Responsibility in Remembrance: PPSF Gathers at the Museum of the Second World War in Gdańsk

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On 23 and 24 April, participants of our Preserving the Past, Securing the Future (PPSF) project met in Gdańsk, Poland, for the programme’s second capacity building workshop, ‘Social Responsibility & Community Engagement in Remembrance Tourism’, hosted at the Museum of the Second World War.

Following on from the momentum of the first workshop in Normandy, this two-day gathering brought together heritage professionals from across Europe to explore how memorial sites can deepen their engagement with communities, and how the principles of social sustainability can be woven into everyday remembrance practice.

The workshop opened on Thursday morning with a warm welcome from the hosting museum, and an introduction to the workshop by LREF and the trainers from Mascontour, project partner and sustainability experts. One of the first highlights of the morning was a dedicated session in which participants shared how they had applied the learnings from Workshop 1 on Environmental Sustainability in Remembrance Practice to their own organisations and discussed any challenges this had brought. Since February, each participant has committed to implementing three short-term, actionable environmental sustainability goals. This session gave everyone the opportunity to reflect on their progress, celebrate successes, and acknowledge the challenges encountered along the way, sharing advice and suggestions amongst the group. To recognise the outstanding efforts made in just a matter of months, the group selected and awarded the top three initiatives from across the cohort — a moment that underscored both the ambition and the practical commitment driving this group.

The core thematic session of the first day focused on People, Memory & Social Responsibility. Led by Mascontour, the session introduced participants to good practices of social responsibility within the cultural heritage and WWII memory sector. Through interactive exercises and open discussion, participants explored how memorial sites can act as anchors of community life, not only preserving the past but actively contributing to the social fabric of the present. The conversation included staff and volunteer engagement, inclusive access, and the responsibilities that heritage organisations carry as stewards of difficult and deeply personal histories.

After lunch, the group enjoyed a presentation by Mateusz Jasik, Deputy Director and Magdalena Jaszcza, Chief Specialist in Programs and Cooperation Department at the Museum of the Second World War in Gdańsk  about the site’s history, mission and approach, including many great community initiatives, before embarking on a guided study tour of the museum itself, with a learning exercise along the way.

Opened in 2017, the Museum of the Second World War is one of Europe’s most significant and ambitious WWII memorial institutions. Its expansive permanent exhibition takes visitors on a journey through the causes, course and consequences of the war, placing the Polish experience within a broader global context. For PPSF participants, the visit was not just a cultural excursion but also an opportunity to observe, question and discuss how a major institution like this navigates its responsibilities to different communities: local residents and visitors, international visitors, survivors, educators, and future generations alike.

After an evening to reflect on everything learned and visited during the study tour, Friday’s programme brought the participants back together to consider their responses to the learning exercise. Along the study tour, each participant had been given a persona, from someone with limited physical mobility, to a deaf/blind visitor, to a neurodivergent person or young family. Participants had to consider the visitor experience of this persona as they discovered the museum. Friday’s session was about reviewing this – what was good practice, what could be improved and how. Through this practical exercise and guided reflection, participants developed concrete ideas for strengthening the accessibility of our museums and heritage sites to provide a positive experience for all communities.

To conclude a productive, busy few days, participants explore the dockard of Gdańsk, an area under development, with a guided tour led by Mateusz Jasik, to discuss the neighbourhoods important history and it’s planned future. A memorable end to the visit!

“The Gdańsk workshop marks another important milestone in the PPSF Training Programme, and the energy and commitment shown by participants continues to grow,” says Emme Johnson, Project Manager at the LRE Foundation. “The programme’s combination of e-learning, expert-led workshops, peer learning and mentoring is giving heritage professionals the tools and confidence they need to drive meaningful, lasting change within their organisations,” she adds.

The next workshop will take place on 11–12 June 2026 in Lucca, Italy, hosted by project partner Fondazione Campus and will focus on Economic Sustainability & Strategic Management of Remembrance Tourism Sites. It will continue to build on the foundations laid in Normandy and Gdańsk, as participants carry their growing expertise and networks forward on the journey toward a more sustainable future for WWII cultural heritage across Europe.

PPSF is a Creative Europe programme co-funded by the European Commission.

LRE Foundation Welcomes Dietmar Nietan as New Chairman of the International Supervisory Board 

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The LRE Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Dietmar Nietan as the new Chairman of its International Supervisory Board. Mr. Nietan succeeds Ed Kronenburg, who is stepping down after years of valued guidance and service.

Mr. Nietan is a former member of the German Parliament and has devoted much of his career to strengthening German-Polish relations. For many years he served as Coordinator of German-Polish Intersocietal and Cross-Border Cooperation on behalf of the German Foreign Office, helping to foster close ties and collaborative projects between the two countries. He also spent 12 years as Chair of the Federal Association of the German-Polish Society, further demonstrating his longstanding commitment to cross-border dialogue and understanding.

Today, Mr. Nietan continues this work as a trustee of the Foundation “Remembrance, Responsibility and Future – EVZ” in Germany and of the Foundation for the International Youth Meeting Centre in Oświęcim/Auschwitz in Poland. A dedicated member of the LRE Foundation’s Supervisory Board for several years, he brings deep expertise and an enduring passion for preserving the memory and lessons of the Second World War.

On his appointment, Mr. Nietan said: “I have been involved with the LRE Foundation for a long time. I am happy to take on the chairmanship of the Advisory Board in order to play an even more intensive role in strengthening the impact of the LRE Foundation in European remembrance policy. Through its activities, our LRE Foundation offers a unique opportunity to bring people together around the theme of remembrance.”

He continued: “Because one thing is very clear to me: especially today, in the face of rising right-wing populism throughout Europe, it is more important than ever to bring people together so that they can learn from history, and do so from multiple perspectives.”

The International Supervisory Board oversees the management, activities, and finances of the LRE Foundation, ensuring that its projects continue to grow. With Mr. Nietan now at the forefront, the Board looks forward to building on the strong foundations laid under Mr. Kronenburg’s chairmanship.

As we welcome our new chairman, we also reaffirm our commitment to the Foundation’s mission. His leadership reflects the spirit of remembrance and cooperation that defines the LRE Foundation. We offer our deepest gratitude to Ed Kronenburg for his dedication and vision, and we look ahead to a new chapter focused on keeping memory alive for future generations, fostering transnational dialogue and peace.

A new set of hiking trails have been launched along the Liberation Route: Discover the Canadian Trails in Overijssel

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A new hiking trail commemorating the contribution of the Canadians in the liberation of the Overijssel’s region from Nazi occupation was officially launched this week in Holten, as part of the Liberation Route Europe. 80 years after the end of occupation in the Dutch province, a commemorative event was organised at the Canadian War Cemetery in Holten featuring a memorial ceremony, the unveiling of a new ‘Vector of Memory’, and the introduction of the Canadian Trail Overijssel, the latter two part of the Liberation Route.

Launch event in Holten

The event featured speeches by Provincial Executive Erwin Hoogland, Mayor Jurgen van Houdt of Rijssen-Holten, and Jurriaan de Mol, Honorary Chairman of the LRE Foundation. All speakers emphasised the importance of continuing to commemorate and celebrate our freedom in a meaningful and relevant way involving the younger generations and making them aware of the importance of the freedom and democratic values found after the end of the Second World War. Therefore, we are glad that the Jacobus Fruytier School community in Rijssen has been involved in the project and embraced its remembrance mission by adopting the newly unveiled ‘Vector of Memory’ near the Canadian War Cemetery in Holten.

400 kilometers: 3 long-distance trails, 100+ stories, and 5 circular walks

The new Canadian trail in Overijssel has an international scope since it is part of a broader system of trails that follows the journey of Canadian troops from the beaches of Normandy through France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, highlighting relevant remembrance and historical sites and personal stories from the final phase of World War II. The new trail traces their path through the province – along the IJssel River, across the Sallandse Heuvelrug, and through the eastern regions of Overijssel – stretching from Deventer to Staphorst, Holten to Balkbrug, and Hengevelde to Gramsbergen.  It spans 400 kilometers, divided into three long-distance routes and five circular walks suitable for day trips or shorter hikes. These include paths in Deventer, Zwolle, Diepenheim, Almelo and Nijverdal. Along the way, over 100 stories and remembrance sites tell the province’s liberation, resistance efforts, and civilian experiences.

A regional collaboration

The ‘Canadian Trail’ Overijssel with its ‘Vectors of Memory’ is an initiative of the LRE Foundation, developed in collaboration with historical societies, engaged citizens, Overijssel’s route bureaus, and public historian Gerjan Brinksma. The project is made possible thanks to the support of the Province of Overijssel, Collectie Overijssel, the Overijssel Cultural Fund, Stichting Bercoop Fonds, Stichting voor Elkaar (Univé), the Roelvink Fund, and the municipalities of Deventer, Zwolle, Staphorst, Rijssen-Holten, Hellendoorn, Ommen, Hof van Twente, Almelo, Wierden, Twenterand, and Hardenberg.

The route is available online on the Liberation Route Europe’s website, featuring interactive maps, a route planner, and QR-coded ‘Vectors of Memory’ that mark key locations. These markers link directly to historical narratives, allowing walkers to reflect on the past while exploring the region’s natural beauty.

An Interview with LRE France Managing Director Isabelle Lebreton on the Latest Expansion of the LRE Canadian Trails  

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The LRE Foundation and its partners are currently implementing the project ‘Retracing the Footsteps: A Transnational Journey of Canadian Liberation in WWII (REFOOT)’. Supported by the European Interreg North-West Europe programme, the initiative aims to develop a transnational hiking trail that traces the route taken by Canadian soldiers during the liberation of Western Europe in the Second World War. The trail will stretch from the beaches of Normandy in France, through Belgium, and into the Netherlands.

This remembrance and tourism initiative is being developed in collaboration with several key partners, including the Juno Beach Centre in Normandy (France), the For Freedom Museum in Knokke (Belgium), and LRE France. Leading the coordination and implementation of the trail in France is Isabelle Lebreton, Managing Director of LRE France. We spoke with her to learn more about her role in the project and the progress made so far.

What is the goal of the REFOOT project?

This project aims to develop the first transnational hiking trail that highlights the Canadian effort during WWII. The trail will span from France to Germany, connecting key historical sites along the way. With support from the European Interreg North-West Europe programme, we aim to promote this trail as a more sustainable and meaningful way to discover history.

What are your tasks within the project?  

One of my main responsibilities is defining the trail itself. With support from the French Hiking Federation, one of our associated partners, I have been identifying suitable hiking paths across France. A key challenge has been aligning existing trails with historical accuracy, something that is not always straightforward.

I also developed the map for this trail and contributed to the implementation of the markers that will be placed at some sites along the way called Vectors of Memory. As the project coordinator for France, I review historical content to ensure consistency with existing points of interest. Finally, I support the project’s dissemination by sharing updates within our network and maintaining communication with our partners.

What makes this project meaningful for you? 

This project makes a lot of sense to me and, honestly, it feels like something we should have done much earlier. Canada’s role in the war is often underrepresented in WWII history. Through this trail it feels like we are giving that effort a tangible place, and in doing so, paying tribute to all the Canadian soldiers who helped liberate Europe. I also value that we are sharing these stories in an innovative and sustainable way on the liberationroute.com website and app, which helps us reach a wider audience, especially younger generations.  

Why is the project so important for local communities and future generations? 

The Canadian Trail offers a unique opportunity to explore history in depth—highlighting both well-known and lesser-known sites marked by the Canadian liberation. Because the trail runs close to local communities, it becomes both accessible and meaningful to those who live nearby.

Historical content is available through the Liberation Route app, making it easy for visitors to engage with the stories behind each site. In this way, we can also reach younger audiences—demonstrating that understanding the past is essential to shaping the future, and connecting this message to broader themes such as sustainability and climate awareness.

I truly hope this new way of discovering history will inspire many to walk the Canadian Trail.

Can you share a special story you’ve discovered during your work on the project? 

During our research we found a very rare picture. It shows the graves of two Canadian soldiers, surrounded by local children in what seems to be a private garden in Belbeuf, Normandy. A small ceremony appears to be taking place. The photo was given to us by Mrs Dumont, a Frensh civilian and it’s quite unusual. Because even though soldiers were often buried in fields, it’s rare to find such a moment captured.  

We later discovered the graves belonged to Major Ramsay and Lance Bombardier Karos of the Canadian 2nd Infantry Division. On August 31st, 1944, they were scouting locations for artillery when they encountered a German lorry. Karros was killed instantly and Ramsay died later in the hospital. The graves were tended by villagers until October 1945. Mrs Dumont sent a letter on 6 December 1945 to the Department of National Defence, asking if the photo could be sent to the soldier’s families. This is very touching because it shows, despite everything that was going on, the care, respect and gratitude that was held by the French civilians towards those that liberated the country. Today, both men are buried in the Calais Canadian Cemetery.  

The Canadian Trails allowed us to uncover and share this picture and the story behind it. We’re proud to soon be able to share this personal event as part of the Liberation Route Europe.  

What do you hope people take away from the Canadian Trails? 

I hope many people will walk this trail and discover or learn more about the Canadian effort. That they will take home the stories of the women and men who fought to liberate Europe and share them with others. Above all, I hope young people will see that history can be learned in a new and meaningful way. 

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