History Social – From Bosnia to Baghdad: A Conversation with Major Richard Lachance
Nov. 25, 2026
Price: Free (registration required)
History Social invites you to be part of a daytime series that connects you with the people, stories, and behind-the-scenes work that bring the Museum to life.
Each session offers an engaging presentation, followed by an audience Q&A and relaxed social time over coffee and conversation. It’s an inviting way to explore new ideas, ask questions, and connect more deeply with the Museum in an informal setting.
We hope you can join us for History Social and be part of a warm, lively exchange that sparks curiosity and deepens your connection to the Museum.
History Social is a wellness series for older adults in the region developed by the Canadian War Museum in collaboration with The Royal.
From Bosnia to Baghdad: A Conversation with Major Richard Lachance
What is it like to serve on missions around the world, from Bosnia and Afghanistan to Iraq and beyond?
Join us for a conversation between Major Richard Lachance and the War Museum’s Historian of Veterans’ Experience, Michael Petrou, as Major Lachance reflects on his remarkable 35-year career in the Canadian Armed Forces. From international deployments to leadership roles in logistics and operational planning, he has served in a wide range of missions at home and abroad.
In this informal interview and Q&A session, Major Lachance will share stories from his career, discuss the challenges and rewards of military service, and offer firsthand insights into the experiences that have shaped his extraordinary journey. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about life in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Presented in English with simultaneous translation via Wordly.
Free public program. Registration is required. Register here.
Limited capacity.
Regular admission rates apply to visit Museum exhibitions before or after the program (purchase your tickets here).
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