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Canadian Military

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What is the definition of a veteran in Canada?

A Veteran is anyone that has honourably served their country in active duty in the Canadian Armed Forces. To qualify to have served in this capacity, the person has to have met the DND Military Occupational Classification requirements (MOC qualified). This qualification allows the Canadian Armed Forces to deploy the person in any theater around the world including Canada in the capacity that Canada's Armed Forces have deemed necessary.

Was Lester Bowles Pearson a part of the Canadian army?

Yes, Lester B started out as a private in the Canadian Army Medical Corps. He was eventually promoted to Lieutenant and joined the Royal Flying Corps in 1917.

Why is the Canadian government interested in a clean air act with the us?

Canada cares because the air quality in the USA flows right over to Canada and vice versa. We effect them and they us.

What are the three objectives of the Canadian Armed Forces?

The three main objectives of the Canadian Armed Forces are clear and have been their objectives since the Canadian Armed Forces were formed. The objectives are to defend Canada, to defend North America, and to defend Canada's allies.

Who organized Canadian army?

During the beginning years of the war, Sam Hughes organized the Canadian Corps. He was later removed from office because he failed to do his job. Mr. Hughes gave jobs to his friends, which resulted in boots that fell apart, horses not fit for service, and rainjackets that soaked up water.

Expo Montreal 1967 pics of Canadian navy ships attending?

HMCS Assiniboine DDH234 a St. Laurent Class Destroyer converted to a DDH. Helicopter Destroyer. The St. Laurent Class Destroyers of the Canadian Navy were about the same size as British Leander Class Frigates. The Assiniboine was in company with Stanavforlant. Standing Naval Force Atlantic. 1 German, 1 Dutch, 1 Portuguese, 1 British, 1 US Destroyers. The Portuguese was a WWII US DE (Frigate size) The British was a Leander Class Frigate

Other Canadian Destroyers were present. Possibly the Ottawa and Margaree?

Can a Mohawk be acceptable as a military haircut?

No. If you have a mohawk, they will shave you bald. If your hair is normal civilian length or longer, then they will give you the typical high-and-tight cut. Don't do anything to your hair before hand except wash it. They will smoke you if you do. Again, they will shave your head for you at basic. Just deal with your beard or mustache if you have one.

Can a civilian wear a military jacket in Canada?

An old one from a surplus store? Yes. A current one used by the military? No.

How many British divisions were in the Canadian crops of 1917?

There were no British divisions in the Canadian Corps, only Canadian divisions

How much is a Daisy air rifle in Canadian dollars?

The rate changes daily. At the time of this answer Its 1 US dollar = 1.0491 Canadian Dollar. So a $100 US dollar Daisy would cost $104.91 in Canadian dollars.

Is Canadian Idol coming back on the air?

I heard It was coming back but u can't be for certain

What breed of horse was used by the Canadian Mounties or armys of1880s?

There was no single breed but more a 'type' of horse. Bays and chestnuts were the norm. Many of the horses were Thoroughbred crosses.

How does Canadian military fare in world?

We are the best paid and funded. But are army is to dam small. But it is maid up by are air force. So about 6

Does the Canadian navy speak French?

If you become an officer in the Canadian forces you must learn to speak French fluently, so yes, the navy would speak French as well as English.

Why did people get executed in World War 2 in the Canadian army?

Only one Canadian was executed by the Canadian military during WW2. Private Harold Joseph Pringle was executed for murder 5 July 1945. It's debatable if he actually committed the crime. He had been a problem soldier since his enlistment and had deserted in Italy.

A number of Canadian soldiers were executed by the SS during D-Day. 20 Canadian soldiers were executed on the orders of Brigadeführer Kurt Meyer. The soldiers, from North Nova Scotia Highlanders and the Sherbrooke Fusiliers Regiment, were executed by the 12 SS Panzer Division.

Can i join the Canadian army now.?

You have to be 17 years of age and up with parental/guardian consent, be a Canadian citizen, have a good record of conduct with no outstanding legal obligations, and be most importantly, medically fit. For Reserve Force, be at least 16 years of age with parental/guardian consent. All requirements.

How do members of the Canadian Forces salute?

With their right hand, fingers together, the middle finger at the right eyebrow and the right arm 90 degrees from the body.

Can you join the Canadian Army with schizoprehnia?

Probably not. You need to be cleared by a medical doctor and any psychotic disorders probably wouldn't work in your favour.