Juno Beach

      Today the group traveled to Juno beach. According to Ms. Davidson we're pretty lucky kids because of the 20*c warm weather we experienced today. Out of the three times Ms. Davidson has been to the beach, it has been nothing but pouring rain. Although the weather was excellent, the ocean water was still a little bit to chilly to do any swimming in. 

       Durning D-Day in 1944, Canadian troops fought under British commanders. About five regiments came from came from Canada. Starting with the Scots (British Columbia) stretching all the way to the Newfoundlanders. Out of the 3000 troops that stormed Juno Beach, 259 Canadians didn't make it home. At the Juno Beach Centre, we were able to go inside one of German bunkers which was awesome. The centre recently recovered a network that runs along the beach. According to our guide, there are many thing still hidden under the sand at Juno Beach, but the structures are sinking further into the sand every year due to ocean tides and the soft sand. 

       Afterwards we headed to a Canadian cemetery. Over 2000 lay at rest. This last cemetery really hit home for some of us. After reading many head stones, you start really realizing what soldiers, families, and friends had to go through at that time. It also makes me so very grateful for the sacrifice they made for my life and my country.

- Madison Hillstead