@davidgrebstad.bsky.social
Army officer. Amateur historian. Lifter of (light) weights. Writer of books. Husband. Red River Métis. Christian. Monarchist. All around nice guy.
Tonight’s the night! I hope to see you at the RCMI!
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My hometown of Dryden, Ontario was named after Ken Dryden’s grandfather. He attended the 75th anniversary celebrations of the town’s incorporation in 1985 and 12 year old me nervously approached him for an autograph. We still have the book. #RIP
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Wishing everyone a very Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦
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🪶 National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21
Today we recognize the deep roots, vibrant cultures, and enduring resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
Let us commit—again—to walking the road of reconciliation with humility and purpose.
Brief, violent, impactful....
OTD in 1816, the Battle of Seven Oaks / la Victoire de la Grenouillère was fought between Metis and Hudsons Bay Company officials, it is a key moment in the evolution of the Red River Metis Nation.
Read about it: davidwgrebstad.substack.com/p/the-victor...
On May 5, I had the honour of speaking at a solemn Red Dress Day gathering as Champion of the National Capital Region Defence Indigenous Advisory Group.
The red dresses speak for those who are missing and who’s absence testifies to a national crisis that continues today.
Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! Thank you for what you do!
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Red Dress Day
Today we remember.
We honour.
We stand in solidarity.
Each red dress is a life.
Each thread, a story.
Each gust of wind, a cry for justice.
Let this day stir not only grief—but action.
#RedDressDay #MMIWG2S #Reconciliation
Today is #BattleOfTheAtlantic Sunday.
From 1939–45, brave Canadians faced the longest battle of WWII—escorting convoys, braving U-boats, and turning the tide in the Atlantic.
They kept the sea lanes open.
They kept hope alive.
We remember them.
(Image: Rowley Murphy, Convoy in Rough Weather)
I was saddened to learn of the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. While I am not Roman Catholic, I recognize how profoundly important he was to millions of faithful around the world. I hope that those mourning his loss find comfort in memories of his leadership. May he rest in peace.
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“Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen!” — Luke 24:5–6
On Easter, the holiest day in the Christian calendar, I extend my warmest wishes to all who celebrate.
May your day be filled with joy, hope, and the peace that comes from the promise of redemption.
Holy Saturday — the nadir of the disciples’ faith. All seemed lost. Darkness, doubt, and fear pervaded. Yet victory and redemption were only a day away.
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Wishing all who observe Good Friday a meaningful day of reflection, peace, and renewal. May this time inspire hope and purpose in the days ahead.
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Wishing all who celebrate a joyful and meaningful Passover. May this sacred time of reflection, freedom, and renewal bring peace and blessings to you and your loved ones. Chag Pesach Sameach!
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Monday meditations.
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🎙️ New Episode Alert! Join us as we unravel the myths of Mary Queen of Scots with historian @tracyborman.bsky.social . Discover why she deserves a more critical look, and how her choices shaped her fate. Listen now! #HistoryRage #MaryQueenofScots
This video didn't do very well on it's initial release but I think it's an intriguing one as it explores an important topic about Canada's fight in Normandy. #history #militaryhistory
Worthington Force in Normandy: A Breakout Force's Ultimate Destruction
youtu.be/KnTUa1nzZLU
Dropping tomorrow! Sign up now for delivery directly into your inbox! davidwgrebstad.substack.com
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Always funny…but I have a hunch it’s staged.
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📆 #OTD 8 Feb 1945: Operation Veritable begins! 🇨🇦🇬🇧 Troops smash into the Reichswald, but it’s the artillery that paves the way with an earth-shaking barrage. 🔥💥 @davidgrebstad.bsky.social says they deserve way more credit!
🎧 Listen now: pod.fo/e/2369ab
#history #podcast #onthisday
We are now D-2 from the 80th anniversary of when “all hell broke loose.”
““A Calculated and Terrible Efficiency”” by David Grebstad scholars.wlu.ca/cmh/vol30/is...
Mood today…
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Neighbours helping neighbors. Kandahar, 2002. 🇨🇦🇺🇸
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Happy Thursday, everyone! I originally planned a long Zone 2 walk for #morningpt, but with a wind chill of “feels like -25,” I opted for a kettlebell cardio session at home instead. Always a great day to be #Canadian! 🇨🇦
09.01.2025 23:09 — 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0Now why on earth would they send the future commander of D Company, Royal Winnipeg Rifles on an artillery command post officer course?
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Wishing joy and peace to all who are celebrating #OrthodoxChristmas today. May your festivities be filled with love, happiness, and cherished traditions. Merry Christmas!
07.01.2025 18:10 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Happy Tuesday! I switched up #morningpt with some cardio this AM. 25 mins of #HIIT left me gulping for air. When it comes to fitness training diversity is a force multiplier. What are you doing to maintain an edge today?
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