Canada in Afghanistan

[Barry Churcher]

It was a very moving experience last Friday night to see the convoy carrying the remains of Darryl Caswell along the 401 from CFB Trenton to CFB Downsview. All along the 401 people gathered on the overpasses to wave Canadian flags and show their support. Fire trucks line up with all their lights flashing. The bridge at Bowmanville even had an elephant from the Bowmanville Zoo drapped in a Canadian flag. Trooper Caswell was born in Bowmanville and was buried there today. OPP officers volunteer to escort the hearse and the family limos. The limos have a diplomatic type flag holder. The convoy drives in the passing lane and no cars pass on the right. Amazing! This is the third convoy I have witnessed and I am really impressed with the show of support from regular citizens.
Cheers,
Barry