“Today, we honour the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of the men of the Canadians who fought during the German Spring Offensive in 1918. This was the last great cavalry charge in Canadian military history, where a small force bravely faced overwhelming odds.

"We pay special tribute to two proud Glengarrians — Lt.–Col. D.J. Macdonald of Williamstown and Pte. Albert Dale of Alexandria — for their valiant service in defence of freedom. Their heroism has been remembered for over a century locally at the Williamstown Cenotaph and continues to resonate in our communities.

"As we reflect on their legacy, let us be inspired by the words: ‘It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God such men lived.’ Their sacrifice reminds us that freedom is never free, and it inspires us to uphold the values they defended with such courage.

Their bravery and that of their comrades will never be forgotten. Lest We Forget.”

– Eric Duncan, MP (Stormont-Dundas-Glengarry) 

"Today, March 27, 2026, we commemorate the 108th anniversary of the Battle of Moreuil Wood. In the quiet of Moreuil Wood, courage thundered louder than war. On this day, we honour the valour of the Canadian Cavalry Brigade—soldiers who stood firm for freedom and risked their lives not for conquest, but to liberate a land not their own. France pays tribute to these brave Canadians who fought without hesitation to protect her soil.

"This dedication not only recalls a defining battlefield action; it also renews our shared responsibility to remember those who served and those who gave so much in the defence of freedom. In reflecting on their legacy, we are also reminded of the importance of upholding the principles and virtues for which our veterans fought and died to defend—principles enshrined in our Constitution, the Charter, and the Criminal Code, which must always remain sacrosanct.

"On this special day, I also extend our heartfelt thanks to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for their meaningful participation and for bringing their horses as a powerful and symbolic tribute to the heroism of the cavalry. Their presence reminds us of the enduring bond between service, sacrifice, and tradition. Lest we forget."

– Stéphane Ouellette, Founder/President, Colonel John Gardam Lifetime Achievement Award Institute

"Today March 28th, 2024, we commemorate the 106th anniversary of The Battle of Moreuil Wood. France pays tribute to the Canadian soldiers who fought without hesitation and risked their lives to protect and liberate our country. Lest we forget."

– Colonel Heluin Bruno, Defence Attaché, French Embassy in Canada (March 28, 2024)