-The story of three “Long Tall Texans” who, at the turn of the 20th century, called “Medicine Hat” home. READ ON

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!

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 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