They Lied About Their Age to Fight for Canada | Remembrance Day Special
Some were barely old enough to shave — but they lied about their age to fight for a country they’d only just begun to call home. This Remembrance Day, hosts Jim Lang and Mike Wixson share powerful stories of immigrant soldiers who gave everything for Canada.
This episode reflects on the courage and gratitude behind November 11.
Key Takeaways:
• Stories of young immigrants who joined Canada’s military underage
• The sacrifice of families like the Pattersons, where father and son both enlisted
• The meaning of gratitude and remembrance in today’s society
• How veterans shaped the liberties we enjoy today
• The ongoing role of Canada’s Armed Forces and reservists in peacekeeping and national service
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