Tack was slang used by British sailors for the word ‘food’ and hardtack meant “hard food.” Hardtack was always soaked first in water, milk, soup or stew for at least five to ten minutes in order soften it before eating. Some experts believe that very dry hardtack should be […]
When we think of veterans, it is WWI and WWII that come to mind but another war took place in Korea in 1950. Kingsville has a Veteran of that war: Leading Seaman Neil Sunderland. The Korean War was fought between North Korea and South Korea from June 25, 1950 to […]
In 1987, a group of veterans from the Kingsville Legion Branch 188 held a Memorabilia Night to showcase local history and their service during the war. From the overwhelming support, an idea expanded from a one-time event into a more lasting presentation. A semi-trailer was donated to the legion and […]
A very successful Grand Re-Opening was held on Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Kingsville Military Museum. Long-time volunteer Larry Moynahan and Chair of the Board Wayne Bagshaw held the ribbon while Deputy Mayor Gord Queen cut it. Also holding the ribbon are Councillors Kim DeYong, Larry Patterson and Thomas Neufeld. […]
Back in 1987 a group of veterans from the Kingsville Legion Branch 188 held a Memorabilia Night to showcase local history and their service during the war. From this response an idea expanded from a one-time event into a more lasting presentation. A semi-trailer was donated to the legion and […]