DOCSLIB.ORG

A Tradition of Excellence

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
A Tradition of Excellence HIGH FLIGHT ENTERPRISES LTD. presents… CANADA’S AIRSHOW TEAM HERITAGE Dan Dempsey Meticulously researched by former Snowbird team leader Lieutenant Colonel (Ret’d) Dan Dempsey, A Tradition of Excellence – Canada’s Airshow Team Heritage documents the scores of Canadian military air demonstration teams that have thrilled millions of airshow specta- tors for over 95 years. Relive this unique historical journey through the author’s in-depth investigation and personal accounts from dozens of team members who performed with the teams in Canada, the United States and Europe. Theirs is a story of pride, professionalism and perse- verance – a true reflection of the Canadian aviation spirit which helped build a nation. The second edition of this high quality production features some 768 pages of history. Some of the world’s finest aviation photographers have contrib- uted more than 1,800 photographs, hundreds of which have never before been published. Also presented is a collection of stirring airshow paint- ings and specially commissioned full colour aircraft profiles by Canada’s leading aviation artists. Together, this unique collection portrays a leg- acy of aerial excellence. BARKER’S FOKKER TEAM • RCAF SISKINS 803 SQN (RCN) SEAFIRE TEAM 417 (F) SQN MUSTANG TEAM CENTRALIA HARVARD AEROBATIC TEAM CFS VAMPIRE TEAM RCN SEAFIRE EXHIBITION FLIGHT RCAF BLUE DEVILS 416/420/424 (F) SQN MUSTANG TEAMS CENTRALIA “EASY ACES” AEROBATIC TEAM 31ST SAG (RCN) DEMONSTRATION TEAM 413 (F) SQN SABRE DEMO TEAM 410 (F) SQN AEROBATIC TEAM 441 (F) SQN AEROBATIC TEAM 439 (F) SQN AEROBATIC TEAM 1 WING AEROBATIC TEAM 3 WING FIREBALLS AEROBATIC TEAM 2 WING SKY LANCERS AEROBATIC TEAM 4 WING SKY LANCERS AEROBATIC TEAM 445/423 AW(F) CF-100 DEMO TEAMS SILVER STARS • 431 (F) SQN AERO TEAM PRAIRIE PACIFIC TEAM • LANCERS VF 870 BANSHEE TEAM • RCN GREY GHOSTS 1 FIS AERO TEAM • RCAF LETTERS TEAM RCAF GOLDEN HAWKS • RED KNIGHT BALD EAGLES • GOLDEN GIGOLOS • RED RAVENS GIMLI SMOKERS • CHIPMUNK SMOKE EATERS GOLDILOCKS • VIKING SMOOTH VU 32 T-33 DEMONSTRATION TEAM • STU SABRE TEAM • CANADIAN ARMED FORCES GOLDEN CENTENNAIRES BOBCATS • COUGARS • ALOUETTES LARKS • SKYLARKS • WARLOCKS 409 AW(F) DEMONSTRATION TEAM • HAWKS 6 ST/R STARFIGHTER TEAM • DEADEYE ZIPS ALBERTA ARROWS • RED INDIANS TIGER ROMEOS • 1 CAG STARFIGHTERS 434 TAC (F) SQN SCHOONER BLUENOSERS SAGUENAY MANICS/EXPOS/POGOS/QUEBEC CDN FORCES CF-5 DEMONSTRATION TEAM 1 CFFTS COBRAS • RUT ZULUS JESTERS • 2 CFFTS FORMATION TEAM MUSKET GOLD • VU 33 T-33 DEMO TEAM GOPHER GREENS • DRAGONFLIES HUMMINGBIRDS • LAZER BLUE FLIGHT RED HERRINGS • TRACER REDS BLACK KNIGHTS • SILVER STARS FIS VIKINGS • RAVENS • HERITAGE FLIGHT CF-5 SOLO DEMO • CF-18 SOLO DEMO SKYHAWKS • SNOWBIRDS AVIATION HISTORY IN THE MAKING It was in August 1919 that an aerial extravaganza never before witnessed in Canada took place at the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto – a demon- stration of formation aerobatic flying. The four pilots who performed the feat for the first time in public were all veterans of the Great War, their leader the most highly decorated fighter ace in Canadian history, Lieutenant Colonel William Barker, VC, DSO, MC. Although it would take another 10 years before the Royal Canadian Air Force formed Canada’s first official aerobatic team, the Siskins, the demonstration of 1919 planted the seed for a rich heritage that grew steadily in the ensuing years. Some 81 years later when Canada entered a new millennium, the successors of those barnstorming years were still going strong. It has now been over 45 years since the Canadian Forces Snowbirds flew their first formation display for the citizens of Canada. In that span of over four decades, the nine-plane jet team’s polished performance has earned them a plethora of accolades from around the world. They carry on the proud traditions of a legacy of Canadian teams that still stir the imagination – the Blue Devils, Golden Hawks, Grey Ghosts, Red Knight and Golden Centennaires, just to name a few. Discover why over 145 million spectators have watched a performance by Canada’s aerial ambassadors since 1971 – and why the Snowbirds are today regarded as one of Canada’s most enduring and cherished national symbols. The Author and Canada’s Airshow Team Heritage Dan Dempsey watched his first airshow as a youngster at RCAF Station Rockcliffe in Ottawa in 1959. From that early exposure grew a passion for airplanes and airshows which led to a 23 year air force career, including two tours with the Snowbirds. In the fall of 1979, he was selected to fly with the team for the 1980 and 1981 seasons as Snowbird 9, one of the team’s two solos. He sub- sequently returned to command the Snowbirds in 1989 and 1990, leading the team through their 20th anniversary and 1000 th official performance. In 2009 he flew the Hawk One F-86 Sabre with the Centennial Heritage Flight, then commanded the Hawk One team in 2011 and 2012, performing solo aerobatic displays across Canada. His book on Canada’s airshow team heritage took seven years to produce as he pursued sources across Canada, the United States and Europe in his quest for historical accuracy. These sources have been many and varied, from the wealth of photographs at the Canadian Forces Joint Imagery Centre to the historical archives at the Directorate of History at National Defence Headquarters, National Archives and National Library of Canada. The most important research, however, has been in the endless hours spent locating and interviewing dozens of former team members about their experiences. With its rare collection of interviews, photographs and artwork, A Tradition of Excellence represents a most deserving tribute to a proud Canadian legacy. The expanded second edi- tion of the book was released in August 2007 and has been lauded as one of the finest aviation books ever published. Limited copies are still available. HIGH FLIGHT ENTERPRISES LTD. 1174 Sloan Terrace, Victoria, BC, Canada V8Y 3C4 Ph (250) 658-4397 or email: [email protected] www.CanadasAirshowHeritage.com Printed in Canada.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Canadian Forces Snowbirds Featured at Reynolds-Alberta Museum on July 26 and 27
    July 18, 2008 Canadian Forces Snowbirds featured at Reynolds-Alberta Museum on July 26 and 27 Wetaskiwin... Smoke, precision, speed and synchronized high-performance aerobatics will be on display at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum for the 2008 Wetaskiwin Air Show on July 26 and 27. This spectacular event will feature performances by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds Demonstration Team and seven other in-air acts. The theme of the air show is Remembering Our Veterans, and visitors will be able to interact with veterans from the Wetaskiwin Royal Canadian Legion in the autograph tent. The Reynolds-Alberta Museum grounds will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the air show taking place from 1 to 5 p.m. each day. Visitors can also tour an outdoor display of more than 40 aircrafts on the grounds, take in the trade show, and take a Snowbird simulator ride. The Wetaskiwin Air Show is a free event courtesy of the Reynolds-Alberta Museum, City of Wetaskiwin and air show sponsors. Regular museum admission rates will also be waived for this special event weekend. Free park and ride service is available at the Wetaskiwin Mall. Parking is also available at the museum at a cost of $20 per car and $10 per motorcycle. Operated by Alberta Culture and Community Spirit, the museum is located two kilometres west of Wetaskiwin on Highway 13. For further information, visit www.wetaskiwinairshow.com or call 1-800-661-4726. -30- Media inquiries may be directed to: Cynthia Blackmore Marketing and Communications Reynolds-Alberta Museum 780-361-1351 or 1-800-661-4726 [email protected] To call toll free within Alberta dial 310-0000.
    [Show full text]
  • Airpilotdec 2017 ISSUE 24
    AIR PILOT DEC 2017:AIR PILOT MASTER 29/11/17 09:25 Page 1 AirPilot DEC 2017 ISSUE 24 AIR PILOT DEC 2017:AIR PILOT MASTER 29/11/17 09:25 Page 2 Diary DECEMBER 2017 7th General Purposes & Finance Committee Cobham House AIR PILOT 14th Carol Service St. Michaels, Cornhill THE HONOURABLE COMPANY OF JANUARY 2018 AIR PILOTS 10th AST/APT meeting Dowgate Hill House incorporating 16th Air Pilots Benevolent Fund AGM RAF Club Air Navigators 18th General Purposes & Finance Committee Dowgate Hill House 18th Court & Election Dinner Cutlers’ Hall PATRON: His Royal Highness FEBRUARY 2018 The Prince Philip 7th Pilot Aptitude Testing RAF Cranwell Duke of Edinburgh KG KT 8th General Purposes & Finance Committee Dowgate Hill House 20th Luncheon Club RAF Club GRAND MASTER: His Royal Highness The Prince Andrew Duke of York KG GCVO MASTER: VISITS PROGRAMME Captain C J Spurrier Please see the flyers accompanying this issue of Air Pilot or contact Liveryman David Curgenven at [email protected]. CLERK: These flyers can also be downloaded from the Company's website. Paul J Tacon BA FCIS Please check on the Company website for visits that are to be confirmed. Incorporated by Royal Charter. A Livery Company of the City of London. PUBLISHED BY: GOLF CLUB EVENTS The Honourable Company of Air Pilots, Please check on Company website for latest information Cobham House, 9 Warwick Court, Gray’s Inn, London WC1R 5DJ. EDITOR: Paul Smiddy BA (Eco n), FCA EMAIL: [email protected] FUNCTION PHOTOGRAPHY: Gerald Sharp Photography View images and order prints on-line. TELEPHONE: 020 8599 5070 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.sharpphoto.co.uk PRINTED BY: Printed Solutions Ltd 01494 478870 Except where specifically stated, none of the material in this issue is to be taken as expressing the opinion of the Court of the Company.
    [Show full text]
  • The Public Face of the Royal Canadian Air Force: the Importance of Air Shows and Demonstration Teams to the R.C.A.F
    The Public Face of the Royal Canadian Air Force: The Importance of Air Shows and Demonstration Teams to the R.C.A.F. For History 394 A02 Dr. Timothy Balzer An Essay by Luke F. Kowalski V00738361 April 1st, 2013 1 For almost as long as Canada has had an air force, it has had demonstration flyers displaying the skill and daring required to be a pilot. From the first formation flight in 1919 on, demonstration teams have played an important role in keeping the Royal Canadian Air Force engaged and interacting with the Canadian public.1 Examining the history of R.C.A.F. air show participation and demonstration flying reveals that Canadian demonstration teams regularly faced adversity and criticisms, such as being too expensive or having ulterior motives, despite the fact that they have provided many important services and benefits to the R.C.A.F. This paper will argue that R.C.A.F. participation at air shows is not only an important way to demonstrate the skill and professionalism of the force, but also a significant part of public relations and a vital recruiting tool. For these reasons, today’s 431 Squadron Snowbirds are an integral part of the Canadian Forces. Rather than relying on secondary sources, this paper’s argument will primarily be supported by the information drawn from three oral history interviews conducted by the author of this paper. This is because reliable sources on the topic of Canadian air shows and demonstration flying is limited, and, as military historian Edward M. Coffman points out, if you want information “you must seek it among the impressions which can be obtained only from those who have lived a life amid particular surroundings.”2 The three interviewees are Major General Scott Eichel (Ret’d), former base commander and Chief Air Doctrine officer;3 Lieutenant 1 Dan Dempsey, A Tradition of Excellence: Canada's Air Show Team Heritage, (Victoria, B.C.
    [Show full text]
  • Canadian Forces Snowbirds Fact Sheet
    The Canadian Forces Snowbirds The Canadian Forces Snowbirds ar e proud to uphold the legacy of military aviation excellence as Canada’s Air Demonstration Team. The thrilling display of the 9-jet precision flying by the Snowbirds is made possible thanks to a highly skilled and dedicated team of pilots, technicians (aviation, avionics, aircraft structure, supply), mobile support operators, resource management support clerks, engineers, a logistics officer and a public affairs officer. Together, while serving as ambassadors, all members of the Snowbirds showcase the skill, professionalism and teamwork inherent in the women and men of the Canadian Armed Forces. The Snowbirds are based out of 15 Wing Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and are comprised of just over 80 Canadian Armed Forces members, 24 who travel to 40 locations across Canada and the United States for the 2019 season. The Snowbirds fly the CT-114 Tutor a ircraft that was designed and built in Canada by Canadair as the Canadian Armed Forces primary jet trainer until it was replaced by the CT-155 Hawk and CT-156 Harvard II in 2000. The single General Electric J85 engine produces 2,700 pounds of thrust which propels the relatively light aircraft to speeds of more than 400 knots. The straight wing design creates a lot of lift and the controls are finely tuned making it a classic sports car of the air. Despite its age, with the exceptional maintenance it receives, the Tutor is a perfect platform as a formation aerobatic demonstration jet. The Snowbirds’ “TankCam”, a modified smoke tank mounted on the belly of Snowbird 1 holds three high-resolution cameras capable of capturing stunning video and imagery of the entire formation in flight.
    [Show full text]
  • CASM-Canadair-CL-13B-Sabre-F-86
    CANADA AVIATION AND SPACE MUSEUM AIRCRAFT CANADAIR CL-13B / F-86 SABRE MK 6 RCAF GOLDEN HAWKS SERIAL 23651 Introduction In August 1949, Canadair Limited, located at the Cartierville Airport facilities near Montreal, and the Department of National Defence (DND) signed a contract for the manufacture under license of 100 of the most advanced swept-wing day fighter aircraft of the time, the North American Aviation (NAA) F-86 Sabre. Assigned the Canadair model number CL-13, this order led to the largest aircraft production run in Canadair’s history. From 1949 to October 1958, Canadair Limited went on to produce some 1,815 examples of the famed fighter, in models ranging from the Sabre Mark (Mk) 1 up to the ultimate Sabre Mk 6 series, with a few special experimental models emanating from the production batches. The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) was the prime customer for the majority of these aircraft, but the power and reputation of the Canadian-built examples had other nations sit up and take notice, eventually culminating in numerous orders to North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and non-NATO countries. Canadair delivered versions of the CL-13 Sabre to the United States, Britain, Greece, Turkey, Italy, Yugoslavia, Germany, Columbia, and South Africa. RCAF variants served domestically training pilots and crews, and performed an important role in the Canadian commitment to provide a European air contingent for NATO operations. Some of the Canadian-based RCAF units wished to proudly show off their shiny new jet mounts to the general public, seeing as they were paying for them in one way or another, and permission was eventually granted for limited public expositions.
    [Show full text]
  • The Canadian Forces Snowbirds Value in the Future: Public Affairs Role
    THE CANADIAN FORCES SNOWBIRDS VALUE IN THE FUTURE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS ROLE Maj S.M. Scanlon-Simms JCSP 43 PCEMI 43 Exercise Solo Flight Exercice Solo Flight Disclaimer Avertissement Opinions expressed remain those of the author and Les opinons exprimées n’engagent que leurs auteurs do not represent Department of National Defence or et ne reflètent aucunement des politiques du Canadian Forces policy. This paper may not be used Ministère de la Défense nationale ou des Forces without written permission. canadiennes. Ce papier ne peut être reproduit sans autorisation écrite. © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as © Sa Majesté la Reine du Chef du Canada, représentée par represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2017. le ministre de la Défense nationale, 2017. CANADIAN FORCES COLLEGE – COLLÈGE DES FORCES CANADIENNES JCSP 43 – PCEMI 43 2016 – 2017 EXERCISE SOLO FLIGHT – EXERCICE SOLO FLIGHT THE CANADIAN FORCES SNOWBIRDS VALUE IN THE FUTURE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS ROLE Maj S.M. Scanlon-Simms “This paper was written by a student “La présente étude a été rédigée par un attending the Canadian Forces College stagiaire du Collège des Forces in fulfilment of one of the requirements canadiennes pour satisfaire à l'une des of the Course of Studies. The paper is a exigences du cours. L'étude est un scholastic document, and thus contains document qui se rapporte au cours et facts and opinions, which the author contient donc des faits et des opinions alone considered appropriate and que seul l'auteur considère appropriés et correct for the subject. It does not convenables au sujet. Elle ne reflète pas necessarily reflect the policy or the nécessairement la politique ou l'opinion opinion of any agency, including the d'un organisme quelconque, y compris le Government of Canada and the gouvernement du Canada et le ministère Canadian Department of National de la Défense nationale du Canada.
    [Show full text]
  • A History of the Peterborough Airport
    DOUG ROBERTSON & TIGER MOTHS 55 YEARS APART PETERBOROUGH AIRPORT TODAY 1 2 PETERBOROUGH AVIATION HISTORY 1946 to 1980 3 DOUG ROBERTSON MAY 2008 4 By Doug Robertson After World War II in 1946, ex-RCAF pilots, Harvey Strub, Eldon Purves, Ed Brown, and several other RCAF types moved to Peterborough. They started building an airport called Skyboro and a flying service out of the field on the Chemong highway near the Lindsay turnoff. They operated two fleet Cunucks and a Globe Swift doing sightseeing trips and charter flights. The following year they ran into some bad luck and all work on the airport stopped. Several attempts were made to get it up and running again. The only flying that went on around Peterborough for many years was float equipped Cubs and Aeroncas. The only fuel that was available came by 45 gal. drum from Imperial Oil in Cobourg Ont. We all kept our own supplies. I contacted the Dept. of Transport in 1952 about getting the old Skyboro strip licensed. They visited Peterborough and gave me a list of work that had to be done to get the strip licensed. The east-west runway was only usable during dry weather conditions and several local people and a few tourists used the strip. Because of its poor condition, several aircraft were damaged over the years until the strip was improved. In 1953, along with a friend, Ken Colmer, we bought a DH Tiger Moth for $300. We painted and rejuvenated the Moth and eventually applied for a ferry permit to take it to the old Barker Airport on Dufferin Street in Toronto to Jim Leggett for its Certificate of Airworthiness.
    [Show full text]
  • Annual Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach to Star United States Navy Blue Angels, Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds, U.S
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact: Audrey Cohen Epoch 5 Public Relations Office 631/427-1713 Cell 516/263-6546 [email protected] 9th ANNUAL BETHPAGE AIR SHOW AT JONES BEACH TO STAR UNITED STATES NAVY BLUE ANGELS, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE SNOWBIRDS, U.S. AIRFORCE F-22 RAPTOR AND UNITED STATES ARMY GOLDEN KNIGHTS Bethpage, NY – May 21, 2012 - Bethpage Federal Credit Union, New York State’s largest credit union, and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, are very pleased to announce the 9th Annual Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach taking place on Saturday, May 26, 2012 and Sunday, May 27, 2012. Back for their 5th Bethpage Air Show appearance, the United States Navy Blue Angels military jet team, the world’s oldest and most renowned flight demonstration squadron, will visit Long Island to wow audiences with their fast-paced high performance maneuvers and precision formations in their F-18 Hornets and C-130 aircraft, affectionately known as “Fat Albert.” “Both myself, and Rose Harvey are thrilled to have such a powerful lineup of performers for this year’s show, including both U.S. and Canadian demonstration teams that rarely all perform together in one show,” said Linda Armyn, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Bethpage Federal Credit Union. “Since sponsoring Long Island’s first major air show nine years ago, the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach has grown to become one of the largest, most anticipated public events in New York State. Having the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, Royal Canadian Snowbirds, U.S.
    [Show full text]
  • Fern Villeneuve, Afc Lt-Col
    LT-COL FERN VILLENEUVE, AFC hawkPART 1: THE FLEDGLING YEARS one One of Canada’s most illustrious airmen, Lt-Col FERN VILLENEUVE died on December 25, 2019. Best known as the founding leader of the RCAF’s Golden Hawks innovative formation aerobatic team, his 32-year Service career took in much else besides. In the first half of a previously unpublished 2005 interview with TAH’s Editor, Fern traces the first decade of his remarkable life in aviation T WAS WITH great sadness that we learned of the death of Lt-Col Fern Villeneuve AFC, one of Canada’s most distinguished aviators and a much-valued friend, on December 25, 2019. Back in 2005 I had the privilege — and Igreat pleasure — of interviewing Fern, best known in his home country as the founding leader of the Royal Canadian Air Force’s trailblazing Golden Hawks formation aerobatic display team. We met at Lee Bottom Flying Field in Indiana, USA, where he was a regular visitor to the annual Wood, Fabric & Tailwheels Fly-in. With his Globe Swift parked in the paddock outside, Fern, softly spoken and ever-willing to discuss anything and everything connected with aviation, devoted several hours to a wide- ranging conversation about his flying career. During our conversation he demonstrated his passion for flying of all kinds, from spine- cracking formation aerobatics in state-of-the-art jet fighters to the rather more sedate glider- TAH ARCHIVE TAH towing for students he later enjoyed. His ABOVE Fern Villeneuve during his leadership of the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Golden Hawks formation aero- batic display team, which he established in 1959.
    [Show full text]
  • B&W+Foreign+Military+PDF.Pdf
    A00001 10476 Northrop F‐5A Greek AF 341 Mira 73 A00002 1400 Northrop F‐5A Greek AF 341 Mira 73 A00003 949 Sikorsky H‐19D Greek AF 357 Mira 70 A00004 29876 Lockheed T‐33A Greek AF 74 A00005 FAM6023 Douglas C‐47 Mexican AF 72 A00006 TTD6021 Douglas C‐47 Mexican AF 72 A00007 TPH‐02 Bell 212 Mexican AF Pres.Flight 72 A00008 TP‐0207 BN2 Islander Mexican AF 72 A00009 TP10014 Douglas DC‐6 Mexican AF 6 Gr Aereo 72 A00010 21193 Northrop F‐5A Turkish AF 192 Filo 73 A00011 21207 Northrop RF‐5A Turkish AF 192 Filo 73 A00012 1625 Cessna U‐17B Thai Army 74 A00013 300/A BAC‐167 Singapore AF 130 Sqn 73 A00014 301/B BAC‐167 Singapore AF 130 Sqn 73 A00015 302/C BAC‐167 Singapore AF 130 Sqn 73 A00016 127/H SIAI SF‐260M Singapore AF 172 Sqn 73 A00017 516 Hawker Hunter T.75 Singapore AF 140/141 Sqn 73 A00018 126/G SIAI SF‐260M Singapore AF 172 Sqn 73 A00019 7928 Bell 47G Greek AF 357 Mira 70 A00020 25971 Cessna T‐37C Greek AF 361 Mira 70 A00021 25973 Cessna T‐37C Greek AF 361 Mira 70 A00022 EB+121 Lockheed F‐104G German AF AKG52 wfu Erding 72 A00023 EB+399 Lockheed T‐33A German AF AKG52 displ Uetersen 71 A00024 JD+105 NA F‐86E German AF JG74 Munich Museum 72 A00025 JB+110 NA F‐86E German AF JG72 displ Uetersen 71 A00026 JA+332 NA F‐86E German AF JG71 wfu Buchel 72* A00027 EB+231 Republic RF‐84F German AF AKG52 displNeuaubing 72 A00028 ..+105 Republic F‐84F German AF displ Erding A00029 BR+239 Fiat G‐91R German AF displ Uetersen 71 A00030 KM+103 Transall German AF ferry serial A00031 PA+142 Sud Alouette II German Army HFB1 64 A00032 AA+014 Fouga Magister German
    [Show full text]
  • Remember Their Sacrifice 2 • LOOKOUT November 4, 2013
    Volume 58 Number 44 November 4, 2013 www.lookoutnewspaper.com Korea, 1950-1953. A company of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry moves in single file across rice paddies as they advance on enemy positions across the valley in March 1951. Photo: Library and Archives PA-171228 Year of the Korean War Veteran Remember their sacrifice 2 • LOOKOUT November 4, 2013 TThehe wwinnerinner ooff tthehe Local sailor to stand guard at Ottawa vigil Shawn O’Hara couldn’t be more honoured CCANUCKSANUCKS TTRIPRIP Staff Writer to be a part of it.” wwithith BBEE A FFANAN iis...s... To prepare for the cere- An HMCS Winnipeg sail- mony, in which LS Oldland or will be in the spotlight and the other sentries will for the whole of the Royal present arms and stand Canadian Navy (RCN) this guard for around an hour PO2 James Sheffar, NOC PO Remembrance Day. and a half, some training has LS Amber Oldland will ship been scheduled upon arrival. out to Ottawa for the coun- However, LS Oldland says try’s largest Remembrance at this point in her life she is Day Vigil, standing guard used to long parades. for the RCN as one of four “On top of being in the ceremonial sentries along navy for nine years I was a We with representatives from Sea Cadet as well,” she says. the Army, Air Force and the “Not a lot of people know Royal Canadian Mounted this, but being a cadet makes Remember you a pro at standing still Police (RCMP). “It’s a very exciting oppor- for hours.
    [Show full text]
  • Rtfm (Read the Freakin' Manual!)
    RTFM (READ THE FREAKIN’ MANUAL!): HOSTING MILITARY PERFORMERS IN A POST- SEQUESTRA- TION ENVI- RONMENT air shows 1Q 2015 52 www.airshows.aero By Mike Berriochoa the future. And, with fewer military assets to Air Force personnel do and to get young men ir shows across North America go around, the pressure is on organizers to and women excited about doing something will soon be pushing throttles step up and do what they must to make sure bigger than themselves by joining us, and to full afterburner as we pre - that the teams’ needs are being met well in shows have to help us do that,” Fisher said. pare for the 2015 air show advance. When it comes to planning public affairs season. And, for those shows activities for the team, he said shows need to fAortunate enough to have secured a military start by reading the manual and contacting demonstration team, the teams are saying Air Shows as Public the appropriate team members to discuss op - one thing loud and clear: “READ THE Outreach Opportunities tions, including media interviews, school vis - FREAKIN’ MANUAL!” for the Military its, hospital visits, receptions, hangar parties, Well, they aren’t saying it in quite those Whether it’s the Blue Angels, the F-22 demo, etc. “We also expect shows to work closely terms, but that is clearly the message they the Snowbirds or a CF-18 demo, they all have with local Air Force recruiters. The recruiters want to get out, because too many shows are support manuals that spell out the minimum already have contacts with the schools and either not reading or no t following the man - requirements for a safe and entertaining per - youth organizations that we want to reach and ual.
    [Show full text]