Roland Lalonde

Roland Lalonde

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Roland Lalonde, a 102-year-old World War II veteran, participated in a commemorative ceremony in Ottawa marking the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands, where he reflected on his experiences as a soldier who fought to liberate Dutch citizens from German occupation.

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Roland Lalonde, 101, is one of the oldest surviving Canadian veterans from the Second World War, who served in Italy and participated in the liberation of Holland.

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The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2025-06-24
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Roland Lalonde, 102, vividly recalls the fierce fighting 80 years ago, as Canadian forces battled their way across Europe to liberate the Netherlands from German rule.

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The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2025-05-09
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