The Korean War

Original title: Normand Eaves, at the mike, and Norman McBain, at the controls, interviewing Lt. Col. James Dextraze, commanding officer of the Royal 22nd Regiment. 

Source: Library and Archives Canada/MIKAN 3397131

“The first stage of the Cold War was diplomatic and political, more about confidence than armament. In June 1950 the war became hot, when Communist North Korea invaded anti-Communist South Korea.… Early on [Louis-Stephen] ST-LAURENT promised Canadian support, including military support.”

To understand how and why the Canada led by St-Laurent became involved in Korea, click on the link below.

ST-LAURENT, LOUIS-STEPHEN (baptized Louis-Étienne)