Toronto RCAF Hurricanes

The team was composed of football players who had joined the Royal Canadian Air Force, and would go on to win the 30th Grey Cup in 1942.

[2] As Canadians were deeply affected by the mounting losses overseas, the Toronto RCAF Hurricanes were formed and invited to compete for the Grey Cup in an effort to boost the country's morale.

It was suggested to the Canadian Rugby Union that the Dominion Championship be held in November in future to avoid poor field conditions.

[4] Alternates: Don Crowe, John Buckmaster, Jack Taylor, Cece Foderingham, George Oliphant, Art West, Bob Sarvis, John Poplowsky, Charlie Prince, Victor S.(Red) Reynolds, Joey Richman, Jimmy Partridge Coach: Lew Hayman In 2012, in partnership with Infly Field Productions, The Sports Network debuted their documentary The Photograph: Engraved on a Nation.

Gaudaur's daughters, Jackie and Diane, tell the story behind the photograph of the RCAF Hurricanes celebrating their Grey Cup win in 1942.