The History of Georges Vanier
Major – General Georges-Phileas Vanier, PC DSO MC & Bar LLD, (April 23, 1888- March 5, 1967), was a Canadian soldier and diplomat who was Governor General of Canada from 1959 until his death. He married Pauline Archer on September 29, 1921. The couple had 5 children.
The Vaniers’ strong religious beliefs led them to champion the disadvantaged, youth and the family. The depth of Georges Vanier’s concern for Canada is revealed in one of the last speeches of his life where he said,” The road of unity is the road of love: love of one’s country and faith in its future will give new direction and purpose to our lives, lift us above our domestic quarrels, and unite us in dedication to the common good… I pray God that we may all go forward hand in hand. We can’t run the risk of this great country falling into pieces.”
The lives of Georges Vanier, his wife Pauline and son Jean are evidence that individual commitment can make the world a better place. The Vanier family is an example of social commitment to make a difference.
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