The name “dog tag” comes from the similarity to real tags used to identify dogs. It must be worn when soldiers are on duty. Have they ever seen one?Ī dog tag is a piece of formal identification for military personnel. What is a military dog tag?Īsk youth if they know what a military “dog tag” is. You may want to invite them to read the Canada Remember the Korean War historical sheet as an introduction to this lesson. Taking a few moments to think about these individuals is a way to remember all those who served.Īsk youth what they know about the Korean War. These individuals were chosen because their commemorative page included a personal photo at the time of the research. This learning activity highlights 190 of the 516 Canadians who lost their lives in service during the Korean War. By remembering those who died in service, we recognize the tradition of freedom they fought to preserve and we ensure their sacrifice is never forgotten. Sadly, 516 brave Canadians made the ultimate sacrifice. More than 26,000 Canadians joined the United Nations mission in Korea, working to restore peace and stability to the area. It was the beginning of Canadian troops being deployed around the world in truce teams, peace commissions and emergency forces. Over the years, more than 118,000 Canadians have died in military service.Ĭanadian participation in the Korean War, from 1950 to 1953, marked a new stage in Canada’s proud military history. This dog tag activity is designed to help youth “put a face on remembrance.” Canada’s efforts to protect world peace have come at a high cost. Remembrance dog tags of Canadians who died during the Korean War (PDF).Canada Remembers the Korean War historical sheet.(This activity can be modified to fit available class time.) Sequence of Activities and Anticipated Time Frame: develop an awareness of the importance of remembering the sacrifices and achievements of Canadians who gave their lives in military service over the years.learn more about military identity discs, known as ‘dog tags’ and.better understand the contributions of Canadians who died in military service during the Korean War and whose names are found in the Canadian Virtual War Memorial.To increase youth awareness of Canadians who served in the Korean War and died in service. Remembrance Dog Tags – Fallen Canadians in the Korean War Aim

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