London, Jan. 2.
Canada's second contingent of troops sent to England landed on December 21 at a west coast port, lustily sing-victory, and inspiration to freedom-loving peoples everywhere. Once again we are indebted to the men of the merchant marine, but thi time your voyage and its accomplishment has special significance. You were convoyed across the Atlantic by warships of the French Navy, acting in close ce-operation with His Majesty's ships. Every arrangement had been made in complete secrecy cess. 7 and was carried out with equal suc-
"You would wish me, I know, to express on your behalf as well as on our own thanks to the French Navy for this great and signal service. In this close unity of our people lies certainty of better things to come."—Reuter.
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