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After working with wind tunnels in university, Gerald Bull is developing ways to use a gun to launch a missile.

In 1941, for the first time in Canadian history, women were recruited for Canada's Armed Forces. This television clip features scenes from the NFB recruitment film "The Proudest Girl in the World" and interviews with two women who answered the call to enlist in World War II.

Canadian war veterans discuss and explain the reasons behind their opposition to reparations for Japanese-Canadians.

A report on the history and tradition of the Van Doos' mascot goat, Batisse.

Through the years, thousands of Canadian women have been faced with obstacles and challenging new experiences, whether on the home front or on the front lines. Learn about the changing roles of women and their different experiences.

Lester Pearson is interviewed following his receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in helping defuse and resolve the Suez Canal Crisis.

Korean war veteran Don Hibbs recalls the Princess Patricias' heroic stand at the Battle of Kap'yong.

This news story broadcast on September 1, 2002 reports on a reunion of the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service, or Wrens, who served during World War II.

What Canadian veterans are doing to raise awareness about their years of service and sacrifice during the Korean War.

Royal 22nd Regiment prepares to help resolve dispute with Mohawks at Oka, Quebec.