09/09/2025
Canadian Military History
On this day in 1993, Canadian soldiers of the 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, stood their ground in the Medak Pocket of Croatia, while serving as part of the United Nations Protection Force. This UN mission involved Canadian and French troops working together.
What began as a mission to enforce a ceasefire quickly escalated into 16 hours of fierce combat, remembered as one of the hardest-fought actions for Canadian troops since the Korean War.
In 2002, the unit received the Commander-in-Chief Unit Commendation, a rare honour recognizing extraordinary service and sacrifice.
📸 Photos: Library and Archives Canada