Fewer Than 4,400 Second World War and Korean War Veterans Remain Alive in Canada
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The number of living Canadian veterans of the Second World War and the Korean War has dropped sharply since last year's Remembrance Day, according to the federal government. Ottawa now says that 4,306 veterans from these two conflicts are still alive today.
The Second World War ended in 1945, and the Korean War ended with an armistice in 1953. Many of the men and women who served in these conflicts are now in their late nineties or over one hundred years old. Because of their age, the number of living veterans goes down every year. The government's figures show that this decline has become faster in recent months.
The veterans who are still alive are an important part of Canadian history. Each year, on November 11, Canadians gather at ceremonies to remember those who fought and died for their country. Many of these ceremonies include older veterans, who often attend with their families. Veterans' organizations and government officials have said that it is important to thank these men and women while they are still able to share their experiences.
As the number of living veterans continues to fall, Canadians are being encouraged to learn more about their stories and to remember their service. The government has not announced any new programs in response to the figures.
Sources: CTV News
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