Italian Campaign & Smokey Smith: Remembrance Day

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By dogged determination, outstanding devotion to duty and superb gallantry of this private soldier, his comrades were so inspired that the bridgehead was held firm against all enemy attacks, pending the arrival of tanks and anti-tank guns some hours later. Thus reads the Citation for the gallant actions of Smokey Smith upon presentation of the Victoria Cross in 1944. Students will be inspired by the bravery and steadfastness of this Canadian soldier. 6 pages Ages 8-12, 12+