Today is Lieutenant Colonel Barker Day, in Dauphin.
Lieutenant Colonel William George Barker was born in Dauphin, and served as a pilot in World War 1.
On this day the City recognizes his loyalty, dedication and sacrifice.
Mayor Allan Dowhan says the City has been proclaiming this day for around 15 years.
“City Council in collaboration with the Barker family has named June first Billy Barker Day, so every year we issue a proclamation on that.”
Barker received the Victoria Cross in 1918, and has been commemorated by the Government of Canada as an “Individual of National Significance” as one of Canada’s most renowned and decorated servicemen of any armed conflict.
