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The beginning of World War Two caused another onslaught of patriotism in the Innisfail community, with enlistments skyrocketing just as had happened in World War One. Once again everyone's attention was focussed on Europe, and many brave Innisfail men answered the call of duty and gave their all fighting for our nation.2
This is the official documented Call to Arms for all of Canada.1941
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Soldiers leave Innisfail.28 March 1940
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This is a picture of the 20th Platoon Calgary Highlanders.December, 1939
Mewata Park, Calgary, Alberta
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Many young men from Innisfail joined the Calgary Highlanders.6
This is the type of hat that would have been worn by members of the Calgary Highlanders.1948
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This is part of the uniform worn by the Calgary Highlanders.8
The Innisfail train station in the war years.1940
Innisfail, Alberta
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The train station in Innisfail was the sight of many tearful farewells during times of war.10
A unique wartime postcard.1945
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Many soldiers kept in contact with loved ones using special postcards.12
A picture of one type of aircraft used in the Second World War.1940
Penhold Air Base, Alberta
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The Penhold Air Base was a training ground for pilots in the Second World War.14
A crowd seeing their loved ones off.1940
Penhold Air Base, Alberta
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