Lead Line Naval Association of Canada Island Newsletter

November-December 2016 • Volume 31, Issue 7 A VERY SPECIAL GUEST

His Royal Highness Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, inspects the honour guard at the Legislature Building on the first day of his tour of Western Canada on Sept. 24, 2016.- Photo by MCpl Chris Ward, MARPAC Imaging Services INSIDE THIS ISSUE

President’s Message...... 2 Veteran's Corner...... 7 Editor's Note...... 3 Ships at sea...... 8-10 Local NAC member receives Vimy Award...... 4 The story behind Esquimalt’s naval hospital...... 12-13 About the new Naval Security Team...... 6 Obituary: Felicity Hanington...... 16 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

NEWSLETTER CHANGE AND NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Welcome all to the next National Conference second pillar. This was rein- evolution of Lead and Line. On Oct. 20-21, I, along with forced by their level of engage- I am pleased to introduce Directors David Cooper and ment shown in the quality of Carmel Ecker, who is taking Rod Hughes, attended the Na- questions and answers in the on the role of editor. She can tional Conference and Annual Q & A sessions, as well as the be reached by email at leadan- General Meeting held in Ot- quality of the presentations. [email protected] and tawa. NAC did an ex- The reporting of presenta- looks forward to your sug- cellent job in organizing this. tions to the Defence Com- gestions and comments. Our The Conference was sold out mittees of the Senate and the new edition will be coming with a broad based attendance House of Commons gave sol- out every two months starting that included NAC members, id evidence of the third pillar. with this edition. national sponsors and indus- This is indeed encouraging as In addition to Carmel, Di- try providers, and serving Bill Conconi we mature as an organization. rector at Large David Collins personnel ranging from Roy- It was definitely a worth- will be heading up an editorial al Military College cadets to cial interaction between mem- while experience to attend and group that will help guide Lead serving Admirals. Proceed- bers, primarily offered at the we look forward to the 2017 and Line’s direction and con- ings will be up on the national Branch level conference, which will be held tent. Please contact David at website soon. Looking around 2. Developing a professional in St. John’s, Newfoundland. [email protected] if you the room, one could not help home for serving members For more information on would like be involved or pro- but reflect on the key role 3. Our duty to educate the presentations, read Rod vide input at that level. We look NAC was playing in bringing Canadians on our need for a Hughes article about the event forward to continuing the ex- all these interests together in capable and effective navy on page 5. cellence established by Felicity. support of our navy. The two receptions offered I look forward to seeing as In addition to the newslet- At the AGM on Saturday, as part of the two-day pro- many of you as can make it ter, I will be sharing issues which was well attended di- gram were well attended, at our annual Christmas lun- and events of a more imme- rectly and by proxy, Jim Car- which demonstrated the first cheon on December 12 at the diate nature through direct ruthers spoke to the three sup- pillar in action. Fireside Grill. e-newsletters to members. porting pillars of NAC: The presence of many Yours Aye, You will have received a few 1. An alumni group that serving officers and cadets Bill Conconi by now. provides opportunities for so- gave solid evidence of the NAC VI President

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2 • LEAD LINE & EDITOR’S NOTE REMEMBRANCE WEEK EVENTS

A RETURN TO COMMUNITY A special day of Remembrance Talented performers from the Canadian When I first joined Canada’s College for Performing Arts at St. Matthias naval community as a civilian Church will give a moving employee in 2001, I had no idea it presentation in song and prose as part of the would become an integral part of regular Sunday morning service. my life. Nov. 6 from 10am - 11:30am As a reporter for the Lookout St. Matthias Anglican Church, 600 Newspaper that year, I was quickly Richmond Ave, Victoria immersed in, and learned to appre- ciate, the naval life. Remembrance Concert The learning curve was steep The Sidney Concert Band presents “Salute since I had grown up in the B.C. in- to Our Veterans” with guests the Saanich terior, had never been on a military Peninsula Pipe Band. Enjoy a variety of music base and knew very little about our and song dedicated to veterans and currently Armed Forces. There was a pleth- sense of loss at not officially being serving military members. ora of new terminology, acronyms, a part of that community any more. Featuring Saanich Peninsula Pipe Band and ranks, ships, shore units and many So it's with great joy that I have Kittyhawk Air Cadets colour party. Conducted other things to learn. signed on to be the editor of the by Rob Bannister. There were also many wonderful Lead and Line and resume my con- Nov. 6 at 2:30 pm opportunities: a ride in a Sea King, nection to the naval community. Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon three days in HMCS Protecteur for Working with an editorial team Avenue, Sidney a Task Group Exercise, a tour of an of NAC members, I hope to build Admission: $15 American aircraft carrier and a day on what Felicity has done during sail on one of their mine sweepers, her tenure as editor and bring you a Wartime Stories Walking Tour and more. I’ve also gotten to see publication that is informative and This 90-minute walking tour focuses on per- firsthand the resilience and dedica- of value to all members. sonal stories of local men and women during tion of military members and their Email me at leadandlineeditor@ the First and Second World Wars. Learn about families. Their stories will stay with gmail.com if you have comments, the evolving role of the Royal Canadian Navy me for the rest of my life. questions or submissions for future and hear stories of patriotism, joy and grief of When I left the Lookout in June issues. the people who gave Victoria its identity. to start my own business, I felt a Carmel Ecker Nov. 6 at 10:30am Meet at the Downtown Visitor Centre, 812 Wharf Street, Victoria

MEMORIAL SERVICE Lest We Forget Join the Victoria Symphony for a special con- A memorial service is being held for cert of remembrance. Experience this moving FELICITY MARGOT HANINGTON tribute to the sacrifice of Canadian soldiers, mil- itary personnel and those affected by war and vi- who passed away Oct. 29 olence around the globe. The acoustics of the Bay after a long battle with cancer. Street Armoury create a unique surrounding for this emotional concert filled with orchestral and The service is being held on Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m. choral music, poetry and stunning visuals. at St. Andrew’s Cathedral, 740 View Street, Victoria. Tickets are $20. Online ticket sales are avail- able until one hour prior to the performance The family invites those who wish start time. Tickets may also be available from to honour Felicity to attend. the box office. Nov. 10 at 7:30 pm Read about Felicity’s life on page 16. Bay Street Armoury, 713 Bay Street, Victoria

LEAD LINE • 3 & LOCAL NAC NEWS LOCAL NAC MEMBER HONOURED WITH PRESTIGIOUS VIMY AWARD

Dr. James Boutilier has that expertise to the Royal Navy been named the recipient of Reserve from 1964 to 1969. ABOUT THE AWARD the 2016 Vimy Award for his When Dr. Boutilier left the The Vimy Award pays tribute long-standing contribution to Royal Navy, he taught at the to the bravery and sacrifices Canada’s maritime security. University of the South Pacific of Canadian soldiers during Dr. Boutilier joins a presti- in Suva, Fiji, until 1971 before the Battle of Vimy Ridge. It gious group of recipients that becoming a staff member at was commissioned in 1991 includes former Chief of the Royal Roads. from the artist André Gauth- ier, a former Colonel who Defence Staff Gen Rick Hillier, He joined MARPAC Head- became a sculptor. former Member of Parliament quarters as the Special Advisor, “The statue features a Cana- Joe Clark and former Governor International Engagement, in dian officer at Vimy Ridge General of Canada Adrienne 1996. in a moment of victory... The Clarkson. Over his career Dr. Boutilier Above: Dr. James Boutilier young officer, with a slight The Vimy Award was created has developed a reputation as Below: The Vimy Award smile on his face, raises his in 1991 by the Conference of an expert in international secu- helmet in celebration of the Defence Associations (CDA) rity with extensive knowledge victory but, considering the Institute and is presented to of the history and current af- enemy’s likely counter-at- a prominent Canadian “who fairs in the Asia-Pacific region. tack, keeps his pistol cocked and at the ready. Gauthier has made outstanding contri- Explaining Dr. Boutilier’s positioned the officer by a butions towards the security selection, David McDonough, trench with one foot on a and defence of Canada and the Research Manager & Senior duck board and another preservation of our democratic Editor with the CDA Institute, atop sandbags. His mo- values.” pointed to his extensive policy mentary elation is not to be Dr. Boutilier says he had no experience as a special advi- confused with taking plea- idea he was even nominated sor at MARPAC, his in-depth sure in war….The original until he’d already been selected. expertise of maritime defence statue is cast in epoxy with “I was surprised and flattered issues and geo-strategic devel- a bronze-like patina, and is and humbled to be contacted opments in the Asia-Pacific on permanent display in the Canadian War Museum. by the selection committee,” region, his academic career at The presentation statues are he says. “It came as a complete Royal Roads and other insti- eight inches in height and surprise to me. It’s an amazing tutions, and his participation are also molded in epoxy.” honour.” in the broader security and -From the book “History of Dr. Boutilier began his career defence community. the Vimy Award” at Dalhousie University with a “It is difficult to overestimate Bachelor of Arts in History in the degree of respect and es- worked for the Department of travelled to Singapore and 1960. He went on to earn his teem by which Dr. Boutilier National Defence for as long Ho Chi Minh City to support Masters in the same field from is viewed amongst those who as I have and I’ve had the good official port visits by HMCS McMaster University and then study maritime and naval fortune of being able to influ- Vancouver, which is currently his PhD from the University of matters as well as Asia-Pacific ence, I think to some degree, deployed on WESTPLOY 16. London. security and defence issues,” policy and the outlook towards Though serving as an advisor He began his naval career be- said McDonough. Asia in particular.” to naval command locally and fore his academic path, serving Dr. Boutilier considers him- That role has taken him all nationally has been a major in the Royal Canadian Navy self fortunate to have enjoyed over the world as he has ad- role for Dr. Boutilier, he’s done Reserve from 1956 to 1964 as such a fulfilling career. vised senior officers in deployed a navigating officer. He carried “I’ve been very lucky to have ships while in port. He recently Continued on the next page 4 • LEAD LINE & NATIONAL NAC NEWS CONFERENCE FOCUSES ON THE FUTURE NAVY

The 5th annual NAC Conference was these tumultuous times, Canada needs a ties and expertise? held Oct. 20 at the Westin Hotel in Ot- modern, capable and flexible navy and Speakers: Dr. David Perry, Canadi- tawa under the renewed mandate for the coast guard. A major stumbling block is an Global Affairs Institute; Dr. Michael NAC, and it was a roaring success. the ongoing massive shift in our nation- Byers, UBC; VAdm (Ret’d, USN) Kev- The theme was “Recapitalizing the al demographic resulting in fewer young in McCoy, Irving Shipbuilding Inc.; Fleets of the Government of Canada”, people available for recruitment as both Capt(N) (RCN) Jason Boyd, Director, a dry subject, but it is the future of the sailors and shipbuilders. New Capability Introduction. Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and the It is startlingly clear that the RCN and The takeaway from this presentation Canadian Coast Guard (CCG). NAC CCG need to get the word out in plain was that block shipbuilding is clearly needs to support it. language to Canadians as to why they more effective than unique builds. Addi- There was a good turnout of RCN need the capabilities and expertise that tionally, a ship’s lifecycle costs need to be leadership, including RAdm Art Mac- the RCN and CCG provide to Canada. thoughtfully considered before building Donald Commander Maritime Forces ships to minimize expense and optimize Pacific and Joint Task Force (Pacific). 2. Canada’s Shipbuilding Strategy. effectiveness. Attendance totalled 250 with members What was achieved previously? Recog- At the end of the day, Cmdre (Ret’d of defence industry, bright keen naval nizing success to date. What should be RCN) Dr. Eric Lerhe, of Dalhousie Uni- cadets from Royal Military College, the the measure of a successful strategy? versity humorously summarized and NAC Executive (who were in town for Speakers: Dr. Michael Hennessy, RMC, wrapped up the Conference Review and the NAC AGM), and members from pri- and Tom Ring, former ADM, Acquisi- Conclusions. In contrast, I have outra- marily the Ottawa Branch of the NAC. tions, Department of Public Works and geously simplified the volumes of infor- There were three main topics for the Government Services. mation and the lessons of these skilled day-long event: An old lesson needs to be recalled: presenters. I encourage you to view the repeating one’s mistakes is likely if one presentations when they are available on 1. The Basis for Investment. What is doesn’t remember one’s past. This re- the NAC website and to draw your own the Basis for investing in the recapitaliza- mains true with shipbuilding. We need conclusions. tion of government fleets? Canadian Pol- to embrace flexible and innovative ap- I thank the select Defence Industry icy and Defence, Security and Industrial proaches to the various and diverse ships sponsors that financially supported the Objectives. that need to be built. conference. Without their backing the Speakers: Dr. Elinor Sloan, of Carleton conference would not have been possi- University; Dr. Darrell Bricker, CEO, IP- 3. What Next for Canada? What ble. The NAC Ottawa Branch ably ar- SOS Research; and Jeffrey Hutchinson, are the future projects, infrastructure ranged a first-rate conference…BZ. Deputy Commissioner, Strategy & Ship- changes, industrial objectives, contract- building, CCG. ing mechanism, and future investments? Rod Hughes The take home for me was not new: in How will we sustain Canadian capabili- NAC VI Vice President

Continued from page 4 He provides briefings for and direction. I very much enjoy.” ships’ crews and writes arti- As any savvy leader would In spite of his future plan- plenty more over the years. cles for deploying members do, Dr. Boutilier is also mentor- ning, Dr. Boutilier says his re- He’s spoken at numerous and their families so they ing members of his staff so they tirement won’t likely happen conferences around the world understand the context of their can continue his work when for a while. With a career that and is the driving force behind deployment. he’s ready to retire, keeps him on his toes and a the biennial Maritime Security He is also actively involved “I think it’s something that’s crack team of analysts behind Challenges Conference at CFB in community outreach for the extremely important,” he says. him, he has no plans to retire Esquimalt, which just wrapped navy, taking time to present to “You’ve got to pay close atten- anytime soon. up its seventh year, welcoming community groups on Vancou- tion to developing a newer and Dr. Boutilier will accept his 170 key players from around ver Island who want to learn younger generation of experts award in Ottawa at a Nov. 4 gala the world. more about the navy’s policies in the field, so this is something at the Canadian War Museum. LEAD LINE • 5 & RCN NEWS NEW NAVAL SECURITY TEAM WILL ENHANCE FORCE PROTECTION

By Darlene Blakeley, small boat tactics, commu- another role in the defence of their Regular Force colleagues Navy News nications, deployed logistics Canada.” through annual training events and liaison skills. During the recent Rim of and pre-deployment readiness In an effort to enhance the Cdr White says the force the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exer- checks. RIMPAC 2016 was an safety and security of its ships protection burden placed on cise, a small group of naval outstanding chance for our and personnel while on de- a ship’s company when de- reservists was embedded with sailors to dig in and identify ployment, the Royal Canadi- ployed can be challenging to a U.S. Navy (USN) team sim- specific best practices and les- an Navy (RCN) is developing maintain over time and re- ilar to the NST, called Coastal sons learned from our USN a new capability called the duces the availability of per- Riverine Squadron 1, to learn counterparts to assist in the Naval Security Team (NST), sonnel to support other tasks, about its operations. These development of the NST.” designed to support specific such as maintenance. squadrons, part of the USN The inaugural NST will be missions. “NST seeks to support and Expeditionary Combat Com- deployed in the Spring/Sum- The NST will be composed help address this deficiency mand, provide layered de- mer of 2017 to support ships as primarily of naval reservists by providing an extra layer fence for ships at home and in part of Westploy, an operation and will include a full-time of force protection,” he says. foreign waters. aimed at building strong ties command team to ensure “This capability requires “This was a unique experi- between the RCN and the na- personnel, training and short-term commitments ence,” says Cdr White. “RCN vies of Asia-Pacific countries, equipment are available for that fit well into the lifestyle of sailors were afforded the op- while also promoting peace deployment. part-time reservists, allowing portunity to better understand and security in the Pacific “The NST starts with a our Naval Reserve to fulfill how USN reservists assist region. command and support cell, and then has other teams attached like Lego blocks as the mission dictates,” ex- plains Cdr Jeffrey White, Of- ficer-in-Charge of the NST concept. “These attached lay- ers will include a security or ‘force protection’ section, a tactical boat section, a mobile repair team and intelligence support.” The team’s task will include port force protection and host nation liaison, along with support and intelligence re- quirements in foreign ports. After selection, the team of approximately 30 to 50 personnel will be trained to meet specific mission re- quirements. For most force protection missions, this will include use of force, rules of engagement training, more advanced weapons training, Members of the Naval Security Team. - Photo by Cpl André Maillet, MARPAC Imaging Services 6 • LEAD LINE & VETERAN’S CORNER CHANGES TO VETS INCOME SUPPORT

On Oct. 1, changes to Veterans Affairs for the additional benefit, people must into My VAC Account or by visiting the Canada (VAC) income support benefits apply to VAC. local VAC area office. came into effect. Note that the Service Income Security All CAF members are strongly en- This change will affect all veterans as Insurance Plan (SISIP) administers couraged to learn more about range of well as ill and injured Canadian Armed the CAF LTD policy on behalf of the care, compensation, and financial ben- Forces (CAF) members who may be Chief of the Defence Staff and Manulife efits available to them so that they can medically released in the future. is the insurer. As the employer spon- make informed decisions about what As announced in Budget 2016, fund- sored group disability plan, CAF LTD benefits plan or program will best sup- ing for income support benefits for vet- is first payer for benefits and remains port them and their family’s needs upon erans in VAC’s Earnings Loss Benefit among the best LTD plans offered in the being released. (ELB) program will be raised from 75 country. DND, CAF and VAC are committed to 90 per cent of a veteran’s pre-release Veterans or those medically released to simplifying and consolidating the salary. Additionally, the benefit will be from the CAF in the future are encour- system of care, compensation, and fi- indexed so it keeps pace with inflation. aged to apply to VAC to participate in nancial benefits that are available to vet- While VAC’s ELB income support ben- their rehabilitation program, a precon- erans and their families. CAF and VAC efits will increase, it is important to note dition for ELB eligibility. A veteran can continue to work together and with that CAF Long Term Disability (LTD) receive an application by calling VAC at veterans to address gaps in service as benefits will not. It will remain at 75 per 1-866-522-2122 (toll-free) Monday to outlined in the public, written direction cent of a veteran’s pre-release salary and Friday, 8:30 to 4:30, local time, by vis- the Minister of Veterans Affairs and existing benefits will not be affected. iting the VAC ELB webpage and down- the Minister of National Defence have Therefore, in order to be considered loading the application form, by logging received from the Prime Minister.

EMPLOYMENT

VETERAN FRIENDLY JOBS AVAILABLE ON KIJIJI CANADA

Classifieds site Kijiji Canada has an option that helps 2. Scroll down to the “Jobs” category and select the connect former military members with potential civil- type of employment you are searching for. ian employers with its “Jobs for Veterans” initiative. 3. In the “Current Matches” box on the left side Interested job posters can mark their ads with a yellow of the page, click the words “Veteran Friendly” ribbon and the words “Veteran Friendly”. under the “Featured Ads” heading. These ads are also available to civilians so veterans are encouraged to self-identify in their applications. Some employers may require proof of service with a copy of your Member Personal Record Resume (MPRR) or a photo ID. If you would like help developing a resume, a Résumé Writing Guide is available on the Department of Nation- al Defence website, www.forces.gc.ca/en/business-re- servist-support/tools-resume-writing-guide.page. How can I find a “Veteran Friendly” job on Kijiji? 1. On Kijiji.ca, select the “My Location” drop-down list in the top right corner of the page. Select the geographical area where you are searching for a job.

LEAD LINE • 7 & SHIPS AT SEA 2016-17 SILVER CROSS HMCS VANCOUVER DEPLOYED TO ASIA-PACIFIC FOR WESTPLOY MOTHER HMCS Vancouver has been busy they painted some of the buildings be- ANNOUNCED over the past few months as it moves fore playing a friendly game of soccer through the Asia-Pacific region taking with the children. part in exercises and making goodwill Vancouver’s Commanding Offi- port visits. cer, Cdr Clive Butler, and Coxswain, Colleen Fitzpatrick has been selected The ship’s journey began with Rim CPO1 Tim Blonde, visited SOS Chil- as the National Memorial (Silver) Cross of the Pacific Exercise in Hawaii fol- dren’s Villages in the city and present- Mother for 2016-17. lowed by Exercise Kakadu in Australia. ed a cheque for $5,000 on behalf of the Fitzpatrick lost her middle son, Cpl Earlier this month, Vancouver made Boomer’s Legacy Fund. Darren Fitzpatrick, when he stepped its first goodwill port visit in Singa- Cmdre Jeff Zwick, Commander Ca- on an improvised explosive device pore as part of Westploy 16, a mission nadian Fleet Pacific, joined the ship while on patrol in the Zahari district, aimed at building strong ties between in Ho Chi Minh City and lead an ac- near Kandahar City on March 6, 2010. the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) ademic roundtable and meeting with As the Na- and the navies of Asia-Pacific coun- senior leaders of Vietnam’s military. tional Silver tries while also promoting peace and HMCS Vancouver is now headed Cross Mother, security in the region. back to Australia and New Zealand be- Fitzpatrick will In addition to the ship’s command fore heading to Fiji, Hawaii and finally place a wreath team meeting with strategic partners home in December. at the National in the region, several crew members Vancouver’s deployment under- War Memori- spent time at a school for mentally lines the strategic importance of the al on Nov. 11 challenged children, playing games Asia-Pacific region, of increasing in- on behalf of and singing songs with them. ternational interest in the area, and of all Canadian In their next port visit, Ho Chi Minh the unique opportunities to demon- mothers who City in Vietnam, crew members visited strate interoperability with partner have lost a son a shelter for homeless children where navies. or a daughter in the military either in action or in the course of his/her nor- mal duty. Throughout the year, she will also be called upon to perform other duties honouring the Fallen from all conflicts. The Silver Cross was instituted on Dec. 1, 1919 and was issued as a me- mento of personal loss and sacrifices on behalf of all widows and mothers who lost a child while on active duty in the service of their nation or whose death was consequently attributed to such duty. Every year, Legion Provincial Com- mands and individuals forward nomi- nations for the selection of a National Silver Cross Mother. These nomina- tions are reviewed by a selection com- mittee at Dominion Command and one mother is chosen for the year from Nov. 1 to Oct. 31 of the following year. HMCS Vancouver during Rim of the Pacific Exercise earlier this year. - Photo by MCpl Jennifer Kusche, Canadian Forces Combat Camera 8 • LEAD LINE & SHIPS AT SEA

HMCS departs San Diego, California, with HMCS Brandon while en route to Operation Carribe. - Photo by MARPAC Imaging Services MINOR WARSHIPS HEAD SOUTH FOR OP CARIBBE

Earlier this month, HMC Ships Brandon, Edmonton and Kingston left their home ports to participate in Op- eration Caribbe, Canada’s contribution the multination- al campaign against illicit trafficking by transnational criminal organizations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean. This deployment is aimed at building upon the success of HMC Ships Moncton, Summerside, Edmonton, Sas- katoon and Vancouver, which so far in 2016 have seized and disrupted a total of approximately 2,930 kg of cocaine and 1,520 kg of marijuana while working with the United States Coast Guard and embedded Law Enforcement Detachments. The have conducted Opera- tion Caribbe since November 2006 and remain commit- ted to working with Western Hemisphere and European partners to address security challenges in the region and A sailor on HMCS Edmonton provides security as the ship departs to disrupt illicit trafficking operations. San Diego, California. - Photo by MARPAC Imaging Services LEAD LINE • 9 & SHIPS AT SEA

HMCS (right) waits in station as HMCS Fredericton (left) refuels. - Photo by MCpl Jennifer Kusche, Canadian Forces Combat Camera RCN LEADS MARITIME READINESS DRILLS HMC Ships Fredericton, St John’s, Athabaskan, Mon- treal, and Spanish Replenishment Ship (ESPS) Patino are currently deployed on Exercise Spartan Warrior in the Atlantic Ocean. Joining them are a US Navy destroyer, replenishment vessel, submarines and aircraft. The Royal Canadian Air Force is also playing a part including a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter in its first RCN exercise. The aircraft’s opera- tional capabilities will be tested and evaluated throughout the three-week event. In all, the event will engage and provide training to approximately 1,500 military members from the three countries. Exercise Spartan Warrior 2016 began Oct. 24 and will continue until Nov. 16 off the east coast of and along the eastern seaboard of North America, going as far south as the Bahamas. The Canadian-led training event provides experience in modern naval operations, allowing a higher level of overall readiness to deploy on missions at sea around the A Spanish sailor ensures the safety of people on the flight deck world. Working with partner navies also allows for collab- as a Sea King helicopter lands onboard EPSN Patino, a Spanish oration that often becomes critical to the success of any replenishment ship. - Photo by MCpl Jennifer Kusche, Canadian international mission. Forces Combat Camera 10 • LEAD LINE & RCN MAKING A DIFFERENCE ON BEHALF OF CANADA AND CANADIANS Vice-Admiral Ron Lloyd, loved ones deployed on this Ready to deploy across the Commander Royal Canadian very day. full spectrum of missions as- Navy, made the following Today, HMCS Charlotte- signed by the Government of statement for Navy Day on town is deployed supporting Canada – from humanitarian Oct. 25, 2016: NATO deterrence against a assistance through to coalition Today is Navy Day in the Russian carrier task group, operations – and able to make Nation’s Capital and I would HMCS Vancouver is in the a meaningful contribution on, like to begin by thanking our heart of the Indo-Asia-Pa- below and above the sea. friends and partners of the cific enhancing our relation- The 21st century has been Navy League of Canada, and ships and partnerships, and referred to by many scholars to acknowledge their leader- reinforcing our commitment as a maritime century, as the ship, hard work and dedica- to a rules-based interna- world witnesses an ever-con- tion to the men and women tional order in the maritime tested, congested and compet- in uniform who have chosen commons. HMCS Kingston, sea, honing the skills of their itive maritime environment. to serve their country at sea. Brandon and Edmonton are ship’s companies. HMCS Ville All of us who serve in the Navy Day provides an op- deployed in the Caribbean de Québec is at sea conduct- RCN are dedicated to ensure portunity to reflect on the im- and Eastern Pacific as mem- ing post-modernization trials that Canada has a Navy they portant contributions of our bers of the Joint Inter-Agency as part of the Halifax Class can be proud of, a Navy that fleet and the dedicated “One Task Force South, working Modernization Program, will continue to fulfill its role Navy” team – civilian, regular with partner nations to keep which remains on budget as the nation’s first responders and reserve personnel – who illicit drugs off the streets and on time, and finally, the to global conflict and crises, all have the vitally important of North America and Eu- Royal Canadian Navy has a but more importantly, a Navy job of enabling its success. rope. HMCS Athabaskan, diving team in Korea work- that will ensure the security Equally, if not more impor- St. John’s, Fredericton and ing with partner navies in a and defence of the vast mar- tantly, Navy Day allows us Montreal are at sea working multinational mine clearance itime estates with which our to recognize the tremendous with our Spanish and Amer- exercise. nation has been blessed, from support and sacrifice of our ican allies ensuring that we I could not be more proud Coast to Coast to Coast!” families, without whom we remain seamlessly interop- of our men and women who would not enjoy the success erable as an alliance, while commit themselves to ensur- Vice-Admiral Ron Lloyd, that we do. There are literal- HMCS Shawinigan, Summer- ing that the RCN is “Parati Commander, ly thousands of families with side and Saskatoon are also at Vero Parati”, or Ready Aye Royal Canadian Navy COURT MARTIAL SYSTEM UNDER REVIEW The Office of the Judge Advocate • Defence Counsel Services martial system is effective, efficient General is conducting consultations • Offences under Military Law and legitimate. with Canadians as part of the Court • Punishments, Sanctions, and Ways to participate: Martial Comprehensive Review, to Sentencing Laws • Fill out the online comment help shape the future military justice • Laws of Evidence form: www.forces.gc.ca/en/about-re- system. • Rights, Grounds and Mechanisms ports-pubs-military-law-court-mar- From Oct. 11 to Nov. 7, Canadians of Appeal tial-comprehensive-review/index.page are invited to join the discussions with The purpose of the review is to • Send an email: JAG-Consultations the Court Martial Comprehensive conduct a legal and policy analysis of @forces.gc.ca Review Team, to help strengthen the the CAF’s court martial system. The • Mail comments: Office of the court martial system. Review Team is engaging with Cana- Judge Advocate General – Court Mar- Topics covered will include: dian and international experts, CAF tial Comprehensive Review Team, 101 • Tribunals and Courts members, and the Canadian pub- Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1A • Prosecution Services lic, to help ensure the CAF’s court 0K2

LEAD LINE • 11 & FROM THE HISTORY BOOKS HOW THE CRIMEAN WAR LED TO A ROYAL NAVY HOSPITAL AT DUNTZE HEAD

By Dave Freeman

Most readers will know of the hospital built at Duntze Head in Esquimalt by the Royal Navy (RN) in 1855. The original purpose was to house sick and wounded sea- men from the Crimean war. Research has revealed some interesting background to this story. The Royal Navy has been associated with the west coast of North America since the 16th century when Sir Francis Drake sailed in this region. The survey of Esquimalt Royal Naval Hospital (Men’s Quarters) Esquimalt. Photo courtesy of BC Archives; P916. Harbour by HMS Pandora circa 1842 proved the har- bour was deep enough to en- sides. There was, however, a north Pacific, the Okhotsk miral David Price, RN, com- sure a snug and safe port for Pacific element to this war. flotilla. With the commence- manded the frigates Presi- British naval ships. Six years By 1854, Russia had done ment of hostilities, the two dent of 50 guns, Trincomalee later, HMS Constance arrived little to settle Siberia or the allies worried that this force of 44 guns, Amphitrite of as the first warship to take up Pacific Ocean territories such might interfere with British 40 guns and Pique of 36 station here. as Alaska. To the Russians, and French vessels such as guns, and a paddle steamer, On the other side of the their Pacific Ocean territo- traders and whalers operat- Virago.3 world, the Crimean War be- ries held small economic val- ing throughout the Pacific. Auguste Despointes was gan in the fall of 1854 and ue and were sparsely settled. The Okhotsk flotilla con- the French Rear Admiral. continued until the spring of Knowledge about this area sisted of three vessels: the His squadron had the frigates 1856. The combatants were was minimal. For example, frigate Pallada of 60 guns, the La Forte and L’Euridyce, the Russia against an allied force from a maritime point of frigate Aurora of 44 guns and corvette L’Artemise and the from Britain, France, the view, there were few coast- the Dvina, an armed trans- brig L’Obigado. Kingdom of Sardinia and the al charts and those that did port ship. Each winter, this The Russians, learning of Ottoman Empire. This war exist lacked accuracy. On flotilla made its home port in this menace to their flotilla was fought mainly in, on and the Russian mainland, there San Francisco. and unknown to the allies, around the Crimean Penin- were only two towns of any It was not difficult for the hid their three warships up sula in the Black Sea. This significance: Petropavlov- allies to form a squadron. various Siberian rivers. theatre of war is mainly re- sk and Okhotsk.1 In Alaska, The British had ships on the The allied vessels sailed to called for Florence Nightin- Sitka was the major Russian China Station and the French Sitka, Alaska, but found no gale, the Charge of the Light settlement and it was just a maintained warships in their Russian vessels worthy of Brigade, the Thin Red Line small fishing port.2 island possessions in the note. The force then sailed of the Argyll and Sutherland What concerned the Brit- Pacific. for Petropavlovsk on the Ka- Highlanders, and the incom- ish and French navies was a In July 1854, an allied force mchatka Peninsula arriving petence of generals on both Russian naval presence in the arrived at Honolulu. Rear Ad- on Aug. 29 1854. There, Adm 12 • LEAD LINE & Price, who was in overall lied casualties, equally split command, scouted the har- between the two navies. The bour defences and ordered Russian casualties numbered an attack for the following about 100, mostly wounded, day. but they had held out against Petropavlovsk had de- a superior force. fences. They were not overly After this lack of victo- strong, but were well sited ry, the allied fleet departed and the Russians were deter- Petravlovsk and sailed for mined defenders. their 1854 winter stations, Once the allied ships com- the British to Esquimalt and menced firing on Aug. 30, the French to San Francisco. 1854, Adm Price retired to In Esquimalt that year, the his cabin in HMS President. RN requested the Governor, His side arm went off – the James Douglas, to construct exact cause was never deter- three wooden hospital build- mined – and he died. This ings on Duntze Head. These caused the allied force to were built the following year, Royal Naval Hospital Medical Officer’s Quarters Esquimalt, withdraw temporarily. 1855, and with that, the RN 1868. Photo courtesy of BC Archives; P917. The next day the allies at- began its permanent resi- tacked again but this time, dence ashore in Esquimalt. the town deserted. The allied War ended, but the afraid of harming the ves- Valparaiso, Chile, was the force then destroyed the for- hospital buildings in Esqui- sels, Adm Despointes kept only other port on the entire tifications and sailed for Sit- malt remained. In following them at a range too far away coast of the Americas that ka. There, no Russian vessels years, other buildings were to inflict any serious damage would harbour British naval were sighted and the port constructed ashore. to the defences. Overnight, ships, and that port lay some was not harmed. The presence of the Royal the Russians repaired the 5,600 nautical miles (10,400 Other than a lot of Navy in Esquimalt continued damage. kms) south, too far away to patrolling throughout the until 1917 when the crews A few days later, a third at- transport sick and wounded Pacific and a few sightings of HM Ships Algerine and tack commenced in concert from the shores of Russia or of, but no engagements with, Shearwater were required with marines. Naval shore even from Alaska. Russian vessels, the year 1855 back in Britain. The ships parties landed to force the Also in that year, allied ended. Once again the two were paid off and turned over flanks. This attack was not naval forces made a second squadrons retired to their to the RCN and after almost well planned nor executed, attempt to capture Petropav- winter harbours. 60 years, the British presence resulting in just over 200 al- lovsk but on arrival, found In March 1856, the Crimean in Esquimalt came to an end.

End notes 1. Vladivostok was only es- tablished in 1860. 2. The USA was to purchase the territory in 1867. 3. Other authors list different ships as being in Price’s squad- ron. Note: Information on the ships, their movements and their commanders were taken from the following reference: Duckers, Peter. The Crimean War at Sea. Naval Campaigns Against Russia, 1854-6. Pen & Kamchatka Sword Books: Barnsley, South Peninsula Yorkshire, 2011. ISBN 978-1- 84884-267-0.

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A House of Commons E-Petition has governed by and for families; intense operational circumstances, been created to encourage the Gov- • In the past twenty-five years, that the expertise acquired in matters of ernment of Canada to include mili- military and veterans’ families have essential services for military fami- tary families in its next defence policy, been on duty 24/7 for months, if lies and that they have been created recognizing the important role mili- not for years, considering the sig- by and for military families. tary families play within the defence nificant sacrifices made by military We, the undersigned, citizens of Can- community. families both personally and pro- ada, call upon the Minister of National The petition reads: fessionally and that military fam- Defence to include military families in Whereas: ilies have made the supreme sac- the next Defence policy as an integral • Canadian military families have rifice and that thousands live with and essential part of the mission of the clearly shown their significant con- a member who is psychologically CAF and officially recognize the MFRCs tribution through the past twen- injured; as being the official service providers for ty-five years of military operations. • Considering the twenty-five years military families and to attribute to them They make a direct contribution to of direct experience of the MFRCs as clients, with the resources required, operational efficiency and for this with military families in an inten- veterans and their families. reason must be recognized in the sive operational context, the exper- evolving policies of defence as an tise acquired in matters of essential The petition is open for signature until integral and vital part of the Ca- services for military families and Jan. 20, 2017 at 4:19 p.m. (EDT) nadian Armed Forces (CAF) and that they have been created by and To sign, visit the House of Commons must be supported by all levels of for military families; E-Petitions website: https://petitions. government through the Military • The MFRCs have 25 years of direct parl.gc.ca/en/Petition/Details?Petition Family Resource Centres (MFRC), experience with military families in =e-565

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PROTECTION Mrs. Margaret Bartlett Mount St Mary’s Hospital, LCdr. Ward Palmer FOR RESERVISTS 861 Fairfield Rd. 3101 Dolphin Dr. Nanoose Bay B.C. V9B 9J2 The Government of British Columbia Lt. Sheila Davis Ph 250-468-7101 has expanded job-protected leave for Oak Bay Lodge Canadian military reserve forces to cover 2251 Cadboro Bay Rd. Cdr. W. Walker and leave for military training. V8R 5H3 Ph: 250-595-4844 Nursing Sister Catherine Walker The leave expansion was announced on 3225 Exeter Victoria Oct. 27 by Premier Christy Clark at CFB Captain (N) Robert Peers Ph 250-592-0769 Comox. Shirley Bond, Minister of Jobs, Broadmead Lodge Tourism and Skills Training, and Minis- [email protected] ter Responsible for Labour made the an- nouncement at HMCS Discovery, the Royal If you would like to join the Service Officer’s Report and Visitation Canadian Naval Reserve base on Deadman’s Committee, phone Irvine Hare 250-853-5493 or Peter or Elizabeth Island in Stanley Park, Vancouver. Campbell at 250-478-7351. “We are fortunate to have brave men and women step up and serve in Canada’s Re- serve forces,” said Clark. “The selfless work they do on behalf of our citizens should be commended, and today’s announcement NAC-VI Executive Committee allows us to recognize and appreciate the significant service they provide.” President Bill Conconi [email protected] 250-652-1634 This change will allow reservists unpaid Past President Michael Morres [email protected] 250-592-8897 leave from their civilian jobs for up to 20 days per year for training activities. They Vice President Rod Hughes [email protected] 250-652-6580 must provide at least four weeks notice Secretary Mike Brossard [email protected] 250-544-1425 to the employer. This matches the general Treasurer Peter Bey [email protected] 250-652-2225 notice requirement that already applies to reservists going on leave for active duty. Director at Large David Collins [email protected] 778-265-0872 Unpaid leave for reservists is already Director at Large David Cooper [email protected] 250-472-8905 provided if reservists are: Director at Large Bill Macdonald [email protected] 250-661-3731 • deployed outside of Canada • engaged in pre- or post- deployment Director at Large Gerry Pash [email protected] 250-658-6509 activities either inside or outside Director at Large Steve White [email protected] 250-652-8215 Canada • deployed to a domestic operation dealing with an emergency special appointments The change to expand leave for military training activities for reservists is effective Editor Carmel Ecker leadandlineeditor@ 250-661-1269 immediately. gmail.com Reservists typically serve one or more Member Services Stan Brygadyr [email protected] 250-727-2243 evenings a week and/or during weekends Photography John Webber [email protected] 250-920-4159 at locations close to home. Most reservists also attend some full time occupational List Master Michael Morres [email protected] 250-592-8897 training during the summer. List Master Jim Dodgson [email protected] 250-592-0264 According to the Canadian Forces Historian Stan Parker [email protected] 778-441-3933 Liaison Council, there are approximately 2,900 active reservists in B.C.; however, Webmaster Eric Griffiths eric.griffiths2012@gmail. 250-537-0608 com not all are employees as a significant por- tion of reservists are full-time students. LEAD LINE • 15 & FELICITY MARGOT HANINGTON e July 16, 1956 – October 29, 2016 e

Wife, mother, sister, aunt, around her. Much revered for been “this lucky in life”. End- godmother and devoted friend her trademark combination of lessly grateful for the support Felicity Margot Hanington grace and grit, she tackled the she received from others, she slipped away Oct. 29 after long obstacles life threw at her with gave back to her community years of spirited refusal to let sensible disregard. for three happy years through cancer take her down. Long and productive careers The Mustard Seed Food Bank, She was the youngest child in finance and publishing were and lately with the St. Vincent of Rear Admiral Daniel Lionel among her great pleasures. de Paul Society. She had in- Hanington and Margot Rita With a love of the Navy in- tended to make community Wallace. Felicity lived in Hal- spired by a father she called service the focus of her retire- ifax, Virginia Beach, Ottawa, “the most darling man in the ment years. Victoria and Texada Island. Canadian Navy” she served Not always a fan of the Old At the of age 60, metastatic for many years as the editor of Testament, Felicity loved and breast cancer ended her life. and mimic of a son Mathew the “Trident”, Maritime Com- lived by Micah 6:8: “And what Grateful for the time she was Lionel, her band of adored mand’s naval newspaper, chief does the Lord require of you given (longer than expected), and adoring siblings Gillian, speech writer for Minister of but to do justice, and to love she harboured no regrets Mark and Brian, and a host of National Defence Perrin Be- kindness, and to walk humbly about dying but for the pain it charming and devoted in-laws atty and, until last month, as with your God?” She worked might cause her family. and cousins. editor of “Lead & Line”. hard to do all three. Felicity is survived by her With her immediate family Only days before she passed Felicity, who dictated most profoundly loved and respect- as her steadfast central focus, away, Felicity declared that she of this obituary five weeks ago, ed husband Lawrence Carl Felicity was known for kind- had received so much love and insisted on one final line… Dawe, her talented daughter ness, practicality and devo- kindness from her friends that “Thanks to all for the truly Charlotte Emily, her thinker tion to the welfare of those she couldn’t believe she had fabulous journey.”

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You are invited to the book launch event forYou are invited to the Canada’s AdmiralsBOOK and LAUNCHCommodores EVENT: “CANADA’S1:00pm, Wednesday ADMIRALS November 16 thAND, 2016 COMMODORES” Maritime Museum of BC 6341 Humboldtpm, Wednesday, St, Victoria Nov. 16, 2016 Maritime Museum of BC, 634 Humboldt St, Victoria This book chronicles the careers of close to three hundred flag and general officers This whobook have chronicles served at some the careerspoint in our of navy close to 300 flag and general officerssince Maywho 1910. have It isserved not about at what some these point in our navy since May people were like but rather what they did. 1910.This It is listing not isabout an update what and these revision people of were like but rather what they thedid. edition first published by the Maritime This listingMuseum is of an British update Columbia and in revision 1994, and of the edition first published remains true to the original intent – to bring by thetogether, Maritime in one Museum concise publication, of British the Columbia in 1994, and re- mainsbiographical true to the information original on intent officers – whoseto bring together, in one concise publication,careers culminatedthe biographical in promotion information to the on officers whose ca- rank of Commodore or Admiral or military reers equivalentculminated while in serving promotion in the Canadian to the rank of Commodore or Ad- miral or militaryArmed equivalent Forces while serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. Signed books will available for purchase Signed books will be available for purchase

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