Hyack

[see hyak]

Local

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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a volunteer fireman (a term now preserved in tradition in the Honourable Hyack Battery of New Westminster, B.C.).

Quotations

1869

The Hyacks turned out in full force and presented a fine appearance; their bright scarlet uniforms gave the assemblage a picturesque effect.

1870

Captain Fisher of the Hyacks then decorated them. . . .

1959

[Caption] . . . men of The Ancient and Honourable Hyack Battery firing their 88th annual Royal Salute. . . .