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How does a forgotten piece of history become uncovered? In this, our final episode in the series, you will learn about what happened to the men of the No.2 after the war, and how their story came to light decades later.
Join us as we explore the remarkable history of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, Canada’s only all-Black battalion during the First World War, uncovering their legacy, contributions, and the untold stories of Black Canadian soldiers in our latest podcast on military history, diversity, and heritage.
*Download our Discussion Questions for your class*
Written & Hosted by Cindy Charles
Produced by Ryan Barnett & Cindy Charles
Voice Director Sonia Gemmiti
Recorded by Tyler Rauman
This series features interviews with Lt. Jerome Downey, Sgt. Craig Smith, Douglas Ruck, and Lindsay Ruck.
Additional voices by Keith Francis & Matthew Barnett
Featuring a musical performance "How Great Thou Art" by Reeny Smith & Family
A Knockabout Media Production
This podcast was made possible thanks to funding from Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How does a forgotten piece of history become uncovered? In this, our final episode in the series, you will learn about what happened to the men of the No.2 after the war, and how their story came to light decades later.
Join us as we explore the remarkable history of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, Canada’s only all-Black battalion during the First World War, uncovering their legacy, contributions, and the untold stories of Black Canadian soldiers in our latest podcast on military history, diversity, and heritage.
*Download our Discussion Questions for your class*
Written & Hosted by Cindy Charles
Produced by Ryan Barnett & Cindy Charles
Voice Director Sonia Gemmiti
Recorded by Tyler Rauman
This series features interviews with Lt. Jerome Downey, Sgt. Craig Smith, Douglas Ruck, and Lindsay Ruck.
Additional voices by Keith Francis & Matthew Barnett
Featuring a musical performance "How Great Thou Art" by Reeny Smith & Family
A Knockabout Media Production
This podcast was made possible thanks to funding from Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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