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Prepare to be captivated by “Glory Never Dies: The Royal Montreal Regiment – An Illustrated History of a Century of Service 1914-2014,” written by Alan Hustak and illustrated by Camille Yip Hoi. This isn’t just a book; it’s a century of valour, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. At 168 pages, this illustrated history is filled with images of weapons, artifacts, and equipment from the RMR Museum’s collection. The aim of the book is to tell the story of the RMR using the characters of the Regiment, essentially as a ‘series of vignettes connected by the golden thread of chronology’ and illustrated with photos, sketches, and maps that will best emphasize the point of the story. 
From the muddy fields of Flanders to the arid hills of Afghanistan, witness the extraordinary journey of ordinary citizen-soldiers. Discover how The Royal Montreal Regiment, Canada’s first officially bilingual unit, set the standard for operational excellence, overcoming challenges and forging an unbreakable legacy. Also discover characters like the remarkable Major-General Charles Basil Price, known as “the father of the Regiment.” From a private with the Victoria Rifles in 1905 to the RMR’s first RSM to later becoming commanding officer (twice!), Price’s leadership was instrumental in building the RMR’s armoury and guiding the Regiment through its early post-war years, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to its future. Leading the 3rd Canadian Infantry Brigade overseas in 1939, he was promoted to Major-General in 1941 and appointed to command the 3rd Canadian Infantry Division.
“Glory Never Dies” is a testament to courage, sacrifice, quiet professionalism, and strong leadership. It honours those who came before, informs those who serve today, and aims to inspire future generations. “Glory Never Dies” covers the historical period from 1914 to 2014, with a summary of the ensuing decade ending in early 2025.
About the Author: Canadian journalist, author and former television broadcaster Alan Hustak has written for every major newspaper in the country. Honoured with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal for “chronicling the lives of deserving Canadians and their institutions,” he is the author of more than a dozen books including biographies and histories of several corporate institutions including St. Mary’s Hospital, the Old Brewery Mission and St. Patrick’s Basilica. He is also the author of Titanic, The Canadian Story.Born in Saskatchewan, educated by Jesuits in Regina and in Washington D.C.
Hustak arrived in Montreal for a weekend in 1967 to attend the opening of the World’s Fair He has called it home ever since. “It is the longest weekend I have ever spent anywhere,” he says.
Although retired from the Gazette, where he worked for almost 25 years, he continues to freelance.