On this date in 1957, the 2,130- foot long suspension bridge over the Peace River collapsed. Prompt action by Northwest Highway System personnel opened a detour route within days.

On this date in 1953, 1^st Field Engineer Regiment, part of the new Division, was established with its Headquarters at Camp Chilliwack. 23 Fd Sqn was redesignated 1 Fd Sqn, the 57^th became 2 Fd Sqn, the 58^th became 3 Fd Sqn, and the 59^th became 3 Fd Sqn.

On this date in 1954, 2 Field Engineer Regiment was placed on active service to build bridges and other activities due to the damage from Hurricane Hazel in the Toronto area.

On this date in 1972, the RCE Museum was redesignated as the Canadian Military Engineer Museum and in July 1973 was granted official museum status by National Defence Headquarters.

On this date in 1966, the Army Survey Establishment was redesignated the Canadian Forces Mapping and Charting Establishment.

On this date in 1944, No 1and 2 Cemetery Construction Units were formed at Ghent.

On this date in 1918, the advance party of 16 Field Company embarked on the Empress of Japan enroute to Vladivostok, Siberia.

On this date in 1965, Regional Construction Engineers Offices were established in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver.

On this date in 1918, Canadian Engineers were employed neutralizing mines and booby traps in Cambrai.

On this date in 1918, Capt C.N. Mitchell was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions in preventing the destruction of a bridge at Pont d'Aire. Sgt Jackson and Spr Brewer the Distinguished Conduct Medal for their part in this action.