Maj.-Gen. (ret.) OC, CMM, OOnt, DFC, CD, KC (born 1924, age 102)

Canada’s most decorated living veteran. WWII fighter-reconnaissance pilot (Distinguished Flying Cross for actions in Normandy), long postwar military career including senior reserve leadership, Order of Canada, Order of Ontario, prolific author of Canadian military and Arctic-sovereignty themed books, and continuing public advocate for veterans and Canadian history. He remains active in Remembrance ceremonies and national commemorations. Classic example of lifelong patriotic service and duty.