RIP George Blackburn
Just read on CP news wire that George Blackburn has died. He wrote the "Guns" books - some of the best writing on Second World War I have read, and had a lot to do with inspiring interest in the war, and vehicles. Hope the media gives this some decent attention.
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AHHHHH....SHIT.
There's nothing more I can say, for now. Please post details as you find them. :salute: |
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Sorry to take up so much space but there are a couple of added bits of info in this email I just received.
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I was saddened to learn of Georges death..It was last November 11Th,2005 that I spent some time with George ,visiting with him in The Ottawa General Hospital...He had suffered a stroke the previous week and was in hospital for Rememberance Day...a meaningfull day for George and I was proud to say he was my friend...
My condolences to his family and especially to his son Ron ,who spent so much time with his father in the waning years.. We have all lost a true Canadian hero... Rest In Peace... :remember :support |
George Blackburn
For those who are interested CFB Shilo still has a few signed copies of his books available. They are the normal selling price of the books but you should ask for them.
Peter Simundson |
Goodbye George
George will be missed, but his legacy will live on in his fine written work.
Stand Easy, FOO. |
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George Blackburn was a very good friend of our own MLU member Herb Danter.
My condolences to you Herb, on losing your good friend George. With Herb's permission I am posting this photo of Herb and George Blackburn at an event. :salute: Carman |
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That picture of George and Herb was taken in Coe Hill on Warriors day of 2005..about three months before George had his stroke. Here is a picture of George ,taking the salute as he passed the reviewing stand at the same day's parade .. I wrote up an article in Convoy magazine on the events of the weekend and took some extra copies to George in the Hospital on Rememberance Day ,Nov.11 2005.. I was pleased when he signed my copy.."To Alex from your friend,George Blackburn" 11 Nov 2005.. I shall treasure my time with George..a true Canadian hero,and friend..:remember :salute: |
What a great photograph of him, Alex :smoker:
And thank you for explaining when and where the photo of George and Herb were taken, as I couldn't remember. It sounds like Mr. Blackburn made friends far and wide, and many will miss him a whole lot ... Karmen |
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Good morning Everyone,
On Herb Danter's request and on behalf of him, I gladly post this photo for him, of himself and George Blackburn at the Canadian War Museum (in 2005?) Says Herb, Quote:
Karmen |
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