"First Generation in the Military,World War I and II"
John Joseph Quann Sr served in both WW I and WW II.
He entered the 1st WW as a foot soldier.
"First Generation in the Military,"On The Home Front""
Because he lost an eye in a mining accident. Uncle Mick, was not allowed to enlist in the Regular Force. However, determined to do his part he enlisted in the "Cape Breton Highlanders" where he instructed on First Aid to the Men deploying overseas
"Second Generation in the Military, "World War II""
Uncle Francis and Dad, John Joseph Quann Jr, and Grandad served.
Dad served with the Royal Canadian Artillery as
a "Gunner"
Uncle Francis, a member of The Sherbrooke Fusiliers, never came back from the war. He was killed in action Aug 08, 1944 in France
Aunt Edie served in the Dental Corps from 1943 - 1945.
She served her full time here in Canada
"Second Generation in the Military. Korea & The Cold War"
Uncle Bill (William Quann)served in the CAF from Aug 1949 until Dec 1981
Uncle Mick (Michael Quann) also served a full career in the CAF. He served from Feb 1954 until Aug 1980
"Third Generation in the Military - Peace Keepers"
The four brothers, Ken, Bob, Gary & Jamie celebrated 100 years of service between them on 13 April 1999.
All four were still serving at this time.
"Third Generation in the Military - Peace Makers"
Our sister Judi's son Jason served in Bosnia with the RCD.
He returned from there in Mar of 1999, Jason is still serving today.
Dwayne Quann, my brother Ken's son, served from 24 Jul 1990 until 21 Oct 1998.
My brother Bob's Daughter Krista, joined the Naval Reserve in 1998, and transferred to the Regular Force in Mar 1999, she is still serving on the Pacific.
Visit my web page at:
http://www.angelfire.com/biz/GaryQuann/page4.html
