Let it never be said of Canada that-- When war clouds break, and danger is nigh.
"God and the soldiers" is the people's cry.
But when war is o'er and all things righted.
God is forgot and the soldiers slighted.
Not a single volunteer ever thought for one moment of a monetary or other reward for his services when he shouldered his rifle and went forth in defence of his country when the bugles sounded.

All were moved by a common patriotic impulse, and unselfishly and faithfully did their duty.

At that time the Government appreciated their service, and was profuse in thanks, and there the national gratitude seems to have ended so far as the Fenian Raid Veterans are concerned.

But, perhaps, they may yet be accorded fair play.

Let us hope so, for the honor of our country..