Several theories have developed over time as to how “Medicine Hat” got its famous title. Oldtimers and amateur historians have debated the issue for years without arriving at a clear consensus. Here is my effort to bring perhaps,(?) some clarity to the matter. Regardless, this much is clear, and that is that the heralded name is rooted in Indigenous culture and mythology. READ ON
This is the second of a two part series detailing the heroics of the crew of a Halifax II Bomber piloted by Medicine Hat’s own P/O Borden Carrick Dennison, which was shot down over France during WWII. The story is entitled, Logan’s Heroes.
LEST WE FORGET
In honor of those who gallantly fought for our freedom, here is a story of one of those unsung heroes from WWII who chose Medicine Hat as his home. It is entitled “They Evaded Capture”-The WWII Story of Medicine Hat’s Own Pilot Officer Borden Carrick Dennison of the Royal Canadian Air Force (“RCAF”) and the Halifax II Bomber That He Piloted That Was Shot Down Over France On March 12,1943
This story is a fascinating account of courage, determination, perseverance and in some cases, incredible luck!
A True Bow Island Mystery! READ ON
The First Original Medicine Hat Maverik- The Life and Times of Ivan Cleveland Rand
Here is another interesting chapter in the history of Medicine Hat, for which many would be completely unaware. Enjoy this step back in time…..Read On
The Story of George Lyall Arbuthnott McIntosh and his son John “Jack” McIntosh and their Very Special and Unique Connection to Medicine Hat READ ON
The story behind a WWII Halifax bomber and its unique nose art and the young pilot who flew the aircraft is another interesting chapter in the history of Medicine Hat. 
The march west in 1874 by the NWMP to bring law and order to the Northwest Territories created a lasting legacy and brought with it a collection of interesting characters, many of whom had an important impact on the history of Medicine Hat. This is the story of one of these young “recruits”. READ ON
A rare discovery in an abandoned cabin resulted in the author going down a geneolgoical and historical “rabbit hole” to borrow a phrase from the ‘Adventures of Alice in Wonderland’. It tells the interesting story about the Jenkins family from Medicine Hat
The funeral services industry remains a crucial part of our society by supporting families during times of grief and it continues to adapt to societal shifts and technological advancements.
From a historical perspective, the funeral services is often overlooked but is an important and integral part of our culture and its history needs to be better documented and preserved for the future.
The funeral services in Medicine Hat is no exception and thus, this article creates another interesting chapter in its storied past. READ ON
The history of Medicine Hat, Redcliff and the surrounding area provides some interesting and compelling stories, which for some brings back memories from yesteryear. My interest in genealogy and history often intersects with some amazing results. History is important!
Here is a story of a young man from Redcliff who paid the ultimate price on the battlefield of France and it is a story which should be told … .Lest We Forget!
It is entitled “A Mother’s Lament -Boy of My Heart” and places the horrific loss of a young patriot in greater historical context.
