Time sure does fly! Looking through the veteran's files at the Elgin Military Museum is one of my favourite things. It's a chance to see many of the names and faces of my childhood from an adult point of view. The stories I heard at gatherings on the lawn at our house on Hwy 4 and on the veranda at the cottage at Port Stanley take on a new dimension as I read through the files and move on to the war diaries. Those were the faces that had just come through WW II and before. I expect them to have a 'folder'. It is slightly more alarming to come across an item announcing the 1994 retirement of someone who was a friend of my younger brothers at Wellington St. School! As I said, time flies and some are better at it than others. Bruce Robinson had a stellar career in the RCAF and went on to graduate from the US test pilot training school at Edwards Air Force Base in California - a real Top Gun. |
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Jack Ker
10/30/2024 06:58:51 am
This is truly a great opportunity for me to look back and see a good friend of mine who graduated from my own high-school. We saw each other crossed paths @ Edmonton. I was a GCA controller and did have a chance to bring his Aircraft in a few times in early 80's. I haven't seen him since we both retired 😕. All the best Bruce!!
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2/2/2025 09:51:26 am
It is a very good article, congratulations. Good job on your pen.
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Your blog post, "Time Flies – Especially for a Top Gun," offers a heartfelt reflection on the passage of time and the invaluable experiences gained from delving into the veteran files at The Elgin Military Museum. Your passion for preserving and sharing these stories is evident, and it serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of honoring our military history. This piece not only highlights the rich narratives housed within the museum but also underscores your dedication to keeping the memories of our veterans alive for future generations.
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