Remembering the Fallen: The Legacy of the 90th Winnipeg Battalion

As Remembrance Day approaches, the sacrifices of the 90th Winnipeg Battalion of Rifles deserve reflection. Despite nearly 2,000 men lost, few are interred in their home city.

• Nearly 2,000 men from the Royal Winnipeg Rifles and its predecessors died between 1885-1945.
• Only seven of these soldiers are buried in Winnipeg, with two more in Ontario.
• The historical significance of their sacrifices is often overlooked.

As Remembrance Day approaches, it is essential to reflect on the sacrifices made by the 90th Winnipeg Battalion of Rifles. This battalion, part of the Royal Winnipeg Rifles and its predecessors, saw nearly 2,000 men lose their lives in battlefields from 1885 to 1945.

Despite the staggering number of casualties, only seven of these soldiers are interred in Winnipeg. Additionally, one soldier is buried in St. Catharines, Ontario, and another in St. Thomas, Ontario. This stark reality highlights the complicated legacy of those who served.

The limited number of graves in Winnipeg raises questions about the recognition of their sacrifices. Many families and communities continue to honor the memory of these soldiers, yet the physical reminders are few.

As communities prepare to commemorate Remembrance Day, it is a poignant time to consider the broader implications of these losses. The stories of the fallen from the 90th Winnipeg Battalion deserve to be remembered and honored, ensuring that their sacrifices are not forgotten.