The Royal Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command LEST WE FORGET 23 “Year of The Veteran”what a way for us to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the end of WW II in 2005. The Royal Canadian Legion through your Command Executive lobbied the Federal Government to institute this initiative to recognize the sacrifices of the Veterans of this country who have defended Canada and the Commonwealth in times of need. In 2005, Saskatchewan Command were successful in convincing the provincial government that a section of highway # 2 from Moose Jaw to Prince Albert should be re-named “Veterans Memorial Highway”in honor of our Veterans, and signs on this portion of the highway proudly display this dedication. (see photo) In 2004, after a number of attempts Saskatchewan Command were successful in having our provincial government institute a government issued “Veteran License Plate”in order to recognize the contributions of our Veterans, past and present to Saskatchewan and Canada. As of this date, more than 5,000 unique Veteran license plates proudly travel the roads and highways. (see photo) The Royal Canadian Legion in Saskatchewan have always been in the forefront in the fight to protect the rights, and recognize the achievements of our Veterans, and to that end, this historical booklet is dedicated to all Veterans who have selflessly sacrificed all on our behalf and to those who continue to serve! “LEST WE FORGET”
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