Friends of the Canadian War Museum (FCWM)

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fcwm_amcg [3 March 1915] #1914-1918DaybyDay – First day on the job! http://t.co/Svrb8eXou8

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fcwm_amcg [2 March 1915] #1914-1918DaybyDay – The Food Problem in Belgium http://t.co/DmghDgFXof

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fcwm_amcg [1 March 1915] #1914-1918DaybyDay –American shipping double-blockaded out of Europe http://t.co/uCargOy1Tz

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Fact Sheets

FCWM Fact Sheets are short, descriptive papers that provide additional information on many of the artefacts found in the Canadian War Museum. They are useful references for students and adults looking for information.

Volunteers

Come and meet the distinguished group of Volunteers that performs a wide range of duties on behalf of the FCWM in support of Canadian War Museum activities. They come with diverse backgrounds including veterans, educators, parliamentarians, and business people.

Research Papers

The FCWM Research Papers are in-depth looks at some of the subject matter found within the galleries of the Canadian War Museum. They are provided as reference material for those seeking more detailed information than is currently available in the Museum.

Personal Treasures

Personal Treasures is designed to allow you to display your own items of militaria that may have been gathering dust in your basement or attic but which each carry an interesting story.

Video Memories

Do you have a video clip that captures a treasured and/or important event in your former military career or association with the military that you would like to share with others? If so, please forward it to fcwm-amcg@magma.ca, attention: Mike Braham. Videos currently in the collection may be found HERE.

The First World War Day-by-Day

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The Friends of the Canadian War Museum have launched, on 28 January 2015, a Twitter program entitled «The First World War Day-by-Day.»

This program will release research notes on a daily basis on what happened in the First World War one hundred years before to the day.

These research notes will be prepared by volunteer researchers of the Research Committee of the Friends. They will be in English and French.

The Username of the Twitter site is @fcwm_amcg

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LeBreton Gallery Catalogue

Experience the LeBreton Gallery and the Canadian War Museum’s superb collection of military technology. Get an up-close view of imposing tanks, artillery and other machines of war, and learn about the military technology used by and against Canadians in times of both peace and conflict.

Jerry Bowen Nominated to Ottawa Stars of the City Program

Jerry Bowen, a long time Friend and Volunteer Interpreter has been nominated to the 2014 Stars of the City Program.

Ottawa Tourism established and manages the Stars of the City program to educate and encourage customer service excellence – and to recognize those who deliver it!

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Attention all book lovers with an interest in military history! You are invited to visit the Friends of the Canadian War Museum “BookRoom” where hundreds of lovingly used titles covering the full spectrum of military subjects are offered for sale at very reasonable prices.

Often referred to as a little-known treasure, the “BookRoom” is a significant fundraiser for the Museum and is staffed by a team of volunteers whose knowledge of the collection is only surpassed by their motivation! The “BookRoom” is open daily between 1100 and 1500 (except Sunday) and is located adjacent to the Museum Research Library - just follow the signs!

2014 - 2015 FCWM Restoration Projects

Major projects in recent years have been the restoration of the Portrait Wall in the main concourse of the museum, and the restoration of the World War II Fordson Food Van and of the M1917 6-ton Tank, both of which can be seen in LeBreton Gallery. Most revenues come from annual membership fees, generous donations provided by members, and sale of used military books from our book store.

Telephone: 1-819-776-8618	If you have comments or questions about our website operation,
Email: fcwm-amcg@magma.ca	please email webmaster@friends-amis.org