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In May 2004, a platoon from the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders were ambushed in Basra, Iraq by 100+ insurgents from trenches. They had RPGs, Machine guns, etc.  The Brits ran out of ammo and reverted to a bayonet charge against the trenches.  Final tally: Brits -2 wounded, insurgents-20+...

I checked the "Force Protection Inc" website and these vehicles were also designed for these addition roles: Cougar - Mine Clearance, Asset Protection, or C&C. Buffalo - Convoy C&C, Communications, EOD Teams or Field Ambulance.

I thought I would pass on the status of the former CFB Chilliwack for all those who have passed through the base over the past 50 years. I'm sure many memories are held by many. There have been a lot of changes to the area. Lets start: 1.  Canex, both base chapels, Dental Clinic, Medical Clinic...

Today I had the privilege of attending a luncheon at Branch 280 of the Legion in Chilliwack, BC. Our guest of honour was Sgt Chris Desjardins (2PPCLI), his fiancé and his parents. Chris was wounded by a suicide bomber on a bicycle earlier this year in Afghanistan.  Although Chris was only...

Canada commits up to $500 million to the development of CF-18 replacement MURRAY BREWSTER OTTAWA (CP) - Despite the misgivings of some allies, the federal government is spending an additional half-billion dollars for the final development of the Joint Strike Fighter, a stealth jet meant to...

I was with the 2nd from 67-74. Mostly A Coy. Last 2 yrs with HQ (as an MP).

Over the past year I've read alot of press about the Regular Force units who are ROTO into Afghanistan and almost nothing is being said about the contributions being made by our reserve and militia units.  :salute: Its seems the only time we hear about a reservist is when he is killed or...

I guess I'll add my two cents worth. In reference to US or foreign medals.  Back in the early 70's a new recruit in my unit was a a Canadian who served in the US army in Viet Nam. He served two x 1 year tours. The first tour was a gunner of a Huey with the 1st AirCav. His second tour was as an...

Are Canadian troops exempt from Income Tax while in a war zone?  I know that US troops are and the UK are in the process of doing the same... Quote: From the Sun (UK) Troops May Receive Pay Perks (March 6, 2006) BRITISH soldiers on active service could be exempt from tax under plans revealed...

Gents,,I hope you are able to open this clip.  It shows one of the Army's McMillan .50's being fired with one of our BR .50 cans.  You will notice that despite firing a 750 gr bullet, there is no disturbance of the ground/dust, and no muzzel flash...the noise in the back ground is 7.62 sniper...