This fifth volume of Cannon in Canada is an informative and detailedsynopsis of the carefully preserved and restored guns and artillery on display inthe province of British Columbia. The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery isrepresented by a long and distinguished line of gunners with historical ties backto the days before Canada's Confederation. The honour of defending Canadawhile standing ready to support operations overseas in peace and war continuesto this day. It is necessary to remember that the weapons of war are an integralpart of what keeps this nation safe. The descriptions of Canadian artillery foundhere, and the places of honour where they can be viewed highlight the importanceof this essential military hardware that brought our nation forward at key turningpoints in history when our guns were in use as tools of war at home and overseas.