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  1. NorthernProtector

    Canadian Forces Reserve soldier dies during training at CFB Shilo - CTV News

    Kloshe Nanitch Brother!  Rest easy your watch is done!
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    Name This Photo!!! - The AFV Recognition Thread

    Well done.  After the Nazis conquered France they commandeered all manner of vehicles for their war effort.  Although obsolete for front line service by the time the war started, they were useful for supporting roles such as ammunition carriers and gun carriages. Back to you Obe One!
  3. NorthernProtector

    Name This Photo!!! - The AFV Recognition Thread

    This is a little tricky...
  4. NorthernProtector

    Name This Photo!!! - The AFV Recognition Thread

    Tank AA, 20 mm Quad, Skink was a Canadian Self-propelled anti-aircraft weapon, developed in 1943-44, in response to a requirement from the Canadian Army Overseas. Due to a lack of threat from the German air force, the Skink was cancelled in 1944 after only a few had been built. The development...
  5. NorthernProtector

    Goose Bay: Promises & updates

    Why not a winter warfare centre?
  6. NorthernProtector

    Should the Canadian Coast Guard be armed?

    Just to clarify a couple points... The RCMP, CBSA, CSIS and CSC are already governed by the same ministry, namely, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada.  If the mandate of the CCG changes to include active enforcement, they should be transferred to this Ministry. CBSA has the...
  7. NorthernProtector

    The "Best Course of Action"

    Make sure you have your French! If you don't already have a couple a two or three years of University under your belt you will find it VERY difficult to get a degree via correspondence.
  8. NorthernProtector

    Should the RCMP be doing provincial policing?

    The old "RCMP Airport Detachments" were phased out in the early 90's.  General Duty policing is now done by which ever police agency has jurisdiction, i.e. RCMP Richmond in VIA and Peel in PIA.  The RCMP still have a presence at most international airports in Federal/Joint Force specialty...
  9. NorthernProtector

    Police Issued Weapons, Training and Equipment

    The concept behind a "retention" holster is precisely that...to retain the firearm during scuffles and make it difficult if not impossible to be disarmed from the front, side or behind...exactly what's required for enforcement work.  Members are taught to read situations and watch for "cues" so...
  10. NorthernProtector

    Ignorant Civies

    Good grief...you guys need to get more sun to harden up your skin.
  11. NorthernProtector

    What is your military status?

    Former RM Rang now doing Fed Law Enforcement (Customs/RCMP)
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