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Image by LS Zachariah Stopa, MARPAC Imaging Services Rear Admiral Bill Truelove, outgoing Commander Maritime Forces Pacific (MARPAC), Vice Admiral Mark Norman, Commander Royal Canadian Navy and Rear Admiral Gilles Couturier, incoming Commander MARPAC, sign the change of command certificates during the Change of Command ceremony July 14.

Peter Mallett During his opening address, RAdm but within the navy it’s the officers, the Among his biggest achievements was Staff Writer Couturier drew parallels between Canada’s non-commissioned members, the operators, being selected as the Combined Forces national sport and its navy. the technicians and the civilians that ensure Maritime Component Commander Maritime Forces Pacific’s (MARPAC) “The reason I use the analogy of hockey the success of the team.” (CFMCC) in 2014 for Rim of the Pacific new commander, RAdm Gilles Couturier, is because I believe in the concept of team In his 32-year naval career, RAdm Exercise (RIMPAC), the largest maritime endeared himself to hockey fans at CFB sports where success is dependent on team- Couturier has applied the lessons learned exercise in the world. This was the first time Esquimalt when he introduced himself dur- work and team spirit,” he said. “On the in the hockey arena as a player, coach and a Canadian had taken on the role. ing a change of command ceremony on ice, it’s the -scorer, the playmaker, the referee to create success for himself and his A-jetty on July 14. stay-at-home or the grinder, teams in the navy. Continued on page 2

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If we [command] have accomplished anything over the past three years, and I think we have, it is entirely due to your efforts, commitment and tremendous dedication to duty and for that I will be forever grateful. -RAdm Truelove during his closing remarks

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Continued from page 1 “I am thrilled to be back everyone to follow. This isn’t RAdm on this coast,” he said. As the formation wel- Couturier’s first posting to Speaking about the issues comed RAdm Couturier, the West Coast. He served currently facing today’s it bid farewell to outgoing on Pacific Fleet ships early navy, RAdm Couturier Commander MARPAC, in his career and later emphasized the importance RAdm Bill Truelove. commanded Maritime of stamping out sexual dis- In his speech, presid- Operations Group Four. crimination and harassment ing officer VAdm Mark Then in 2008, he served as and said the navy will have Norman, Commander of the Maritime Component to deal with this issue “as the Royal Canadian Navy, Commander for Operation a team with the MARPAC recalled the rough seas this Podium, the Canadian leadership fully engaged.” coast faced during RAdm Armed Forces contribution He said the Royal Truelove’s tenure includ- to the overall security effort Canadian Navy’s code of ing last year’s engine room for the Vancouver 2010 conduct is currently being fire in the former HMCS Olympic and Paralympic revised and will set new Protecteur and the collision Winter Games. guidelines he expects between Protecteur and the former HMCS Algonquin in 2013. He commended RAdm Truelove for his strong leadership dur- ing these times. He also remarked on the many achievements the forma- tion realized under RAdm Truelove’s leadership. “We just kept giving you more and more and you just kept delivering over and over again,” said VAdm Norman. “You embody what right looks like and you made it part of your core business to connect with your commu- nity both on and off base.” As July 14 was also RAdm Truelove’s 54th birthday, VAdm Norman surprised him by leading the entire crowd in singing Happy Images by LS Zachariah Stopa, MARPAC Imaging Services RAdm Gilles Couturier, the new Commander of Birthday, accompanied Top: RAdm Truelove, orders members of HMCS Calgary to haul down his pen- Maritime Forces Pacific addresses those gathered by the Naden Band of the nant. : The Naden Band in their whites plays for guests. Above: Judith for the ceremony. Royal Canadian Navy. Guichon, Lieutenant Governor of B.C., inspects the Guard of Honour. July 20, 2015 LOOKOUT • 3

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Farewell from RAdm and Brenda Truelove MARPAC PA search and rescue cases, the repair As he highlighted in every speech, of HMCS Winnipeg after an unfor- “we could not serve without the tre- The place to be before downtown When RAdm Bill Truelove and his tunate allision with a fishing trawler, mendous support of our families.” wife Brenda, arrive in Washington, the repair of Protecteur following Fondly known across the Formation We’ll shuttle you! DC, for the next chapter in his rich a collision between it and the for- as “Brenda”, Mrs. Truelove was a 34-year career, they will unpack and mer HMCS Algonquin, and safely strong partner who was always visible, Call for pick up 250-363-6028 display on his desk a departing gift he brought home sailors and Protecteur engaged and herself a strong advocate received from the Wardroom. following a devastating fire that crip- for military families. She too will be 23 – THURSDAY 25¢ Wings, The gift, a carving by a local First pled the ship. missed. Nations artist entitled “Rogue”, sym- “The Protecteur fire is another clear RAdm Truelove’s new job in Poker with prizes @ 7pm

bolic of a ‘rogue wave’, reflects some reminder that our business can be Washington as the Defence Attaché JULY EVENTS Karaoke @ 8pm of the challenges that the Admiral dangerous and reinforced the impor- will see him commanding a much has faced during his three years tance of training,” he said. smaller team of about 450 Canadians as Maritime Forces Pacific/Joint Task As part of the Royal Canadian spread out across the United States. 26 – Sunday Kids Movie – Toy Story Force (MARPAC/JTFP) leader. Navy (RCN) Commander’s He’ll be supporting the Chief of the Doors open @ 12:30pm movie starts @ “I came into this job knowing that Executive Plan, the Admiral led the Defence Staff as well as the Canadian 1pm. Lots of drinks & snacks provided and MARPAC/JTFP was comprised of integration of the Naval Reserve, the Ambassador in Washington in build- a chance to win the movie at the end of the amazing military and civilian col- Naval Training System and Canadian ing upon our strong military to mili- showing! leagues supported by their families, Submarine Force into MARPAC. He tary relationship with the United and that has been proven over and also oversaw the development and States. 30 – Thursday Poker & Movie Night over again, as we faced challenges first deployment of the Enhanced Leading MARPAC has prepared – Jupiter Ascending Naval Board Party capability, among him well for his new posting. He has while we evolved, modernized and Movie starts @ 7pm in the Okanagan implemented the Executive Plan - all many other changes in MARPAC. spent countless hours working with while delivering the day to day busi- “The Formation has expanded our American allies, be it at sea on Theatre. Come enjoy comfortable seating, ness.” to enable Force Generation for the operations and training, at confer- free popcorn and 25¢ Wings! RAdm Truelove further noted, entire navy with team members – ences discussing international issues, before turning over command to regular, reserve and civilian – located cross border search and rescue opera- RAdm Gilles Couturier, that “there across the country” he said. “I am tions or through major events such as are always unexpected challenges immensely proud of the incredible the Protecteur fire. that come with a command.” leadership and dedication of all those The admiral speaks with great EEveryvery ThursdayThursday nnightight “You know they are coming, but who worked so hard to implement respect of the many senior U.S. mili- you just don’t know from which this substantive change within a year tary leaders he has met and with ccomeome ddownown direction or when. Be it collisions, an and a half. Our navy is a much better whom he has developed strong pro- allision or the Protecteur fire, I was institution due to their work.” fessional and personal relationships fforor WWINGING NNIGHT!IGHT! so amazed and appreciative of the The admiral also placed consider- during his tour. tremendous response of the entire able emphasis on communications – A wave of melancholy will wash Formation to the “rogue waves” we both internal and external – through- over the admiral and Brenda as they dealt with,” he says. out his watch, noting the importance drive out the dockyard gate and head It is this strong message of thanks of ensuring shared awareness and for the border on Saturday. and appreciation that RAdm Truelove alignment across the Formation. This “We are sad to leave, but every and Brenda leave to the thousands included him maintaining a personal organization needs a change, needs of men and women, in and out of twitter account as a way to share fresh ideas and a new perspective. uniform, and their families, that the stories of success and to pub- RAdm Couturier and his wife, Sylvie, have supported him in delivering licly highlight the great work that the will bring that. He is a great leader; on MARPAC’s primary mission – Formation was doing. they are a great team and they are getting operationaly ready ships and During the Protecteur fire incident, taking over the watch of an excep- crews to sea. the admiral sent frequent Formation- tional ship’s company.” “We have witnessed success wide emails with updates on the He’ll exhale a sigh of relief when wings from in operations around the world ship’s activity in order to ensure that he hits the road, but then he’ll do .25ç.25ç 7pm! over the past three years includ- everyone had the truth and were what all leaders do, refocus on the ing Regina’s two deployments, the aware of how the situation was being next chapter while reflecting on how work of our ships and submarines on managed. blessed he was to have been a part of Op Caribbe, RIMPAC deployments, “You can never communicate such a wonderful organization. MARSECPATs, Trident Fury, Task enough,” he says. “At that moment I When asked if he had any final WW-E-D-N-E-S-D-A-Y-’S-E-D-N-E-S-D-A-Y-’S Group Exercises and so much more.” felt it important to let folks hear from comments, RAdm Truelove respond- bring in any PS4 Xbox games The Admiral further highlighted me personally, and to hear back from ed by saying, “Brenda and I can’t you want to play or any movies the tremendous work of MARPAC/ them.” thank the members of this formation JTFP at home in search and rescue, Another area of focus for the out- – military and civilian, along with you wish to watch! support to cadets, community out- going admiral was on the health and their incredible families – enough for reach and preparedness to assist the wellness of the entire formation team. all of their support, cooperation and province. With his supportive wife constantly friendship over the past three years. For any inquiries please contact MS Ensom, In addition to overseeing the return at his side, the Admiral was a champi- It has been an honour and privilege to to the fleet of the modernized frig- on for all Formation members – mili- be your commander and we wish you or MS Fedoryshyn. And don’t forget to ates, he has also led more than 9,000 tary, civilian, cadets and their families. all the very best in the future.” check out our Facebook page. 4 • LOOKOUT July 20, 2015 ofOPINION WHO WE ARE BOOKmatters“First Light” by Geoffrey Wellum MANAGING EDITOR Melissa Atkinson 250-363-3372 rrevieweviewviving pilots who flew in the with the daunting task of flying the stick rudder and throttle to [email protected] Battle of Britain. He was the one. With patience and skill, blast a way through the deadly STAFF WRITERS youngest pilot to fly and fight he finally masters the machine maelstrom of whirling machines. in the Battle of Britain, young and is assigned to a night flying He is imbued with a relentless Rachel Lallouz 250-363-3672 enough to be nicknamed “Boy course. In a nail-biting descrip- instinct to survive. [email protected] Wellum” by his squadron mates. tion of night training, we fly As the Battle of Britain winds Peter Mallett 250-363-3130 In 1939, just two months before with him as he lifts the Spitfire down, his Squadron goes on the [email protected] the Second World War was into the darkness. There is no attack against targets in Europe. declared, 17-year-old Wellum such thing as GPS or radar to Escorting the bombers to and PRODUCTION was accepted into the Royal Air guide him through the dark- from their targets, he witness- Carmel Ecker 250-363-8033 Force (RAF) to become a pilot. ness, just the faint glow from es more tragedy. Eventually, [email protected] His sometimes humorous and rudimentary instruments and Wellum finds himself posted Shelley Fox 250-363-8033 sometimes frustrating recollec- his ability to navigate his way to the besieged Island of Malta. [email protected] tions of his early training in the back in the dark to the airfield, Spitfires are loaded aboard the Tiger Month Biplane, and then and a barely visible flare path aircraft carrier HMS Furious RECEPTION 250-363-3127 Vic Atkinson the more powerful and less for- guiding his landing approach. with their pilots. Now they will ACCOUNTS/CLASSIFIEDS Contributor giving North American Harvard, As the Spitfire’s wheels thump be faced with the dangerous has the reader cheering him on onto the tarmac, we let out as task of taking off from the car- Heather Catte 250-363-3127 For me, First Light author all the way. Wellum’s razor burst of pent-up breath, having rier’s short deck. The Spitfire [email protected] Geoffrey Wellum comes clos- sharp memory conjures back experienced the whole flight lacks the range to reach Malta SALES REPRESENTATIVES est to putting the reader in the to life his incredibly patient with him. and is equipped with long-range Ivan Groth 250-363-3133 cockpit of an airplane - from instructors and his anxious fel- As Wellum becomes com- fuel tanks and fitted with a spe- [email protected] the tiny two-seater Tiger Moth low students. Recollections of petent with his Spitfire, he is cial propeller that enables it to biplane to the advanced trainer, his clumsy first attempts to fly launched into battle fighting for take off from the carrier’s deck. Joshua Buck 250-363-8602 to the North American Harvard, are both frustrating and funny. his young life against experi- HMS Furious is to be their [email protected] and finally to the sleek thor- When his pilot training moves enced German pilots in their home for several days before 38 EDITORIAL ADVISOR oughbred Spitfire. With words to the more powerful Harvard, Messerschmitt 109 fighters. Spitfires lift off from the aircraft Boy Wellum quickly grows into Once again, Wellum’s exciting carrier deck to their destination Sara Helmeczi 250-363-7060 as his pallet, Wellum paints a sensational picture of his life a man as tragic flying accidents narration carries the reader into - Malta. Needless to say, care- Published each Monday, under the authority of and death struggles endured in begin to whittle down his fellow battle. Now at the sharp end, ful planning accomplishes the Capt(N) Steve Waddell, Base Commander. the air. From the moment of students. Finally, with a total of he witnesses the day-to-day loss task and Wellum finds himself Le LOOKOUT est publié tous les lundi, start-up, being propelled into 170 hours of frustration, hard of his fellow pilots and friends; now fighting both the German sous l’égide du Capt(N) Steve Waddell, the air by the tremendous power work and hope, Wellum gains some are seen plummeting to and Italian Air Forces. Several Commandant de la Base. of the Merlin engine, until land- his pilot’s wings. their deaths, others simply dis- months later and completely The editor reserves the right to edit, abridge ing sweat-soaked and complete- The war is now a grim reality appear. Wellum’s feelings meld worn out, Wellum returns back or reject copy or advertising to adhere to ly exhausted, his descriptions and much to Wellum’s surprise with ours as familiar mates get to England. policy as outlined in PSP Policy Manual. Views make the reader feel they are and delight, he is posted to a the chop, and the life and death His story is a fascinating one and opinions expressed are not necessarily with him in the cockpit. Spitfire Squadron at the front air battles continue with furious and his book well worth read- those of the Department of National Defence. Who is Geoffrey Wellum? fighter station of Duxford. intensity. Sharing the cramped ing. The book was made into Le Rédacteur se réserve le droit de modi- Today, now in his nineties, Having never even seen a cockpit with him, we feel every a decent film also called “First fier, de condenser ou de rejeter les articles, photographies, ou annonces plublicitaires he is one of the very few sur- Spitfire before, he is now faced maneuver as he frantically moves Light”. pour adhérer Manuel des politiques des PSP. Les opinions et annonces exprimées dans le journal ne réflètent pas nécéssairement le While Scouts from the Pacific Jamboree 2015 visited CFB Esquimalt last week, point de vue du MDN. Lookout posed this question: People Talk What is the coolest, most adventurous activity you have ever done as a scout?

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Main image: Vancouver Canucks prospects wrap up their visit to CFB Esquimalt and pose for a group photo after a firefighting training exercise at the Fleet School Damage Control Division in Colwood on July 8. Inset: Thatcher Demko tries on diving gear. Images by Peter Mullett, Lookout

Canucks prospects sample navy life

Peter Mallett Fleet School’s Damage Control as high-pressure hoses. Staff Writer Division. “I think this is a great idea LS Paul Johnston helped escort for the Canucks to come here On a sunny summer afternoon the Canucks delegation by boat and see what members of the 30 Vancouver Canucks prospects to their afternoon activities and Canadian Armed Forces really do traded in their sticks and skates said he was excited about his for our country and also why they for wetsuits, firefighting gear and encounter with the NHL’s next are such an important part of a sampling of life in the Royal generation. why Canada remains a free coun- Canadian Navy. “I always follow the NHL draft try,” said 19-year-old centre Reid The cast of young National and the young guys like Cole Gardiner, who currently plays Hockey League hopefuls were Cassels, so it was a thrill for me with the Prince Albert Raiders of warmly received by LCdr Wil to escort them across the harbour the Western Hockey League. Lund when they arrived for their today,” said LS Johnston. “It will Many of the players marvelled July 8 fieldtrip to CFB Esquimalt. be great watching their progress at the readiness of navy personnel “There is such a strong paral- next season and see how many of to meet any challenge head on. ous situations than me so it’s an hockey player who spent four lel between what we do in the these players will make their mark Twenty-year-old centre Cole honour to be here today as their seasons in the Ontario Hockey Maritime Tactical Operations in the NHL.” Cassels, son of former Vancouver guest.” League (2004 to 2007) as a Group and what these gentlemen Many of the players in atten- Canuck Andrew Cassels, played Eighteen-year-old right- with the Kitchener are going through as prospects for dance were NHL draft selections. through the pain of an abdomi- Brock Boeser marvelled at the sac- Rangers and Windsor Spitfires, the Canucks,” said LCdr Lund. When hockey season begins in nal injury to help his team, the rifices of military families as well. he had a unique perspective on “These guys are clearly up to the October they will play for the Oshawa Generals, win Canada’s “I can’t imagine leaving your the journey these prospects are challenges ahead of them and I Canucks farm team, the Utica junior hockey championship last family for eight or nine months embarking on. wish them the best.” Comets of the American Hockey season, but he was clearly hum- and going across the sea to face “These prospects are also tak- Following an wel- League, and a collection of other bled when asked about the sac- danger,” he says. “The sacrifices ing huge risks and making giant come and lunch reception at the minor league teams. rifices made by members of the they are making are huge.” sacrifices because they are at the Wardroom, the prospects were The players’ activities for the Canada’s navy. While the jobs are very differ- pinnacle of their career, make-it- transported across Esquimalt afternoon included trying on vari- “Playing injured in the playoffs, ent, there are some similarities or-break-it time,” said LS Soso. Harbour to Colwood for an after- ous diving and protective equip- I had to deal with some adversity,” between what naval personnel “In that respect I would say the noon of activities and demon- ment, taking part in explosive said Cassels. “But the men and and up-and-coming hockey play- professionalism of an elite athlete strations with the Fleet Diving ordinance disposal drills, and women in the navy go through ers face, says LS Brian Soso of and someone in the military is Unit (Pacfic) (FDU(P)) and using firefighting equipment such way more painful and treacher- FDU(P). As a former professional very similar.” July 20, 2015 LOOKOUT • 9

Rocky Point time capsule preserves a slice of 2015

Rachel Lallouz Staff Writer

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Rocky Point Ammunition Depot, Commanding Officer LCdr Jason Cheney and Ammunition Maintenance Facility Senior Supervisor Glenda Larocque are preserving a little slice of 2015 for future generations of workers. Anniversary celebrations on July 21 and 22 at the depot will see the unveiling of a time capsule during a ceremony on the second day. Image by Rachel Lallouz, Lookout “Originally, I just thought a time cap- LCdr Jason Cheney, Commanding sule would be an interesting little project Officer of Canadian Forces Ammunition to carry out,” says Larocque. “But as we began to organize the project, it took on Depot Rocky Point, shows the ini- its own significance as we saw history tial plans for refurbishing the Second passing before us.” World War projectile. Rocky Point had long ago come into pos- session of a Second World War projectile ammunitions containers inside the shell and it had been sitting near the facility’s casing. gun mount. When refurbishment of the Only contributors know what they have shell began, it was discovered to be hollow. placed inside. No one will know the entire At 15 inches in diameter, four feet high contents of the capsule until it is opened and 66 inches deep, the shell sparked 40 years from now. inspiration for Larocque, who saw an “We wanted to keep those personal opportunity to store artifacts inside of mementos a secret until it is opened,” says it and make it a permanent piece of the LCdr Cheney. landscape. Two Rocky Point employees refurbished Even without anything inside, the pro- the projectile. Terry Anderson painted it jectile has a story to tell. according to its original markings and Pat It was once an APC BL shell with a bal- Wade fabricated a replica Ballistic Cap listic cap and weighed 1,920 pounds. It (nose cone). The newly reconditioned was carried by HMS Warspite, which was shell is now placed at the flagstaff wel- heavily damaged on May 22, 1941 during coming workers and guests to the depot’s a German air attack of Crete. main gate. As the ship passed through Esquimalt “For the next 40 years, the folks who on its way to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard work here at Rocky point will pass it every for repair, the shell, which was cracked, single day as they come in and when they was offloaded at the Colwood Magazine. It leave after a long day’s work,” says LCdr was moved to CFAD Rocky Point in 1955 Cheney. where it was used to proof detonators out To extract the ammunition containers, on the range. a crane will be used to lift the shell and LCdr Cheney says he and Larocque turn it to expose the sealed bottom. LCdr invited CFAD workers to bring items that Cheney anticipates that either the depot’s signified something about Rocky Point. commanding officer or a newly appren- They then placed the artifacts in two ticed ammunition worker will be tasked with the honour of breaking the seal to peer inside. The fully refurbished projectile con- Both Larocque and LCdr Cheney intend taining the time capsule will be placed for the capsule to be unsealed on the 100th next to the flagstaff at the main gates anniversary of the ammunition depot on of the depot. July 26, 2055. Image courtesy of LCdr Jason Cheney

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Photo from the 2014 Tour de Rock.

This year’s Military Police members taking part in the Tour de Rock are (left to right) Maj Michael Lemire, Capt Pam Harris, LS Rod Carper and Cpl Devon Fidler.

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PO2 Dave Blanchard tary members have teed MARPAC HQ off in Dave’s name to raise money for sick children. On July 9, PO2 Brian Regina’s crew embraces Hill, PO2 Dave Blanchard the event and continues to and 10-year-old Kaydra be the major contributor Blanchard delivered $5,000 to the charity. Due to the in toys and essential items ship’s busy refit schedule, for children at Victoria former crew members PO2 General Hospital. Blanchard and PO2 Hill, as The money for these well as MS Michael Beere donations came from the from Fleet School volun- annual Dave Barber Charity teered to organize and plan Golf Tournament, held on the tournament this year. June 15 this year. To date, They also held raffle draws the event has raised over and barbecues throughout $80,000 to benefit the the year to help raise addi- Greater Victoria commu- tional funds. The Esquimalt nity. Chief and Petty Officers’ Dave Barber was a Mess and the Junior Ranks Image courtesy of: PO2 Dave Blanchard Master Seaman Electronics Mess also made donations On July 9 PO2 Brian Hill, PO2 Dave Blanchard and 10-year-old Kaydra Blanchard delivered $5,000 in toys Technician onboard HMCS to the fund. and essential items to Victoria General Hospital for sick children to enjoy. Regina who lost his battle “The Child Life with Leukemia in 1997. He Department of Victoria “Over the past 17 years of children, youth and bles and so much more complex wooden building was passionate about the General Hospital has we have received DVD parents when they come that will be enjoyed by kits (working re-creation game of golf and also cared enjoyed a long, wonder- players, DVDs, game sys- to Pediatric Units - inpa- all. This year’s large assort- inspired by Leonardo da deeply about the well- ful relationship with The tems, books, and toys of tient, emergency, surgical ment of Lego, mega block Vinci) will foster tenacity being of children. Every Friends of Dave Barber,” all kinds. These items or our outpatient clinics. sets and the toy medical and concentration helping year since his death, current said Theresa Low of make a tremendous differ- Last week we received so kits will be definite win- the older ones focuses away and former Canadian mili- Victoria General Hospital. ence in the hospital stay many toys, videos, bub- ners. The selection of some from their medical needs.”

Canadian Fleet Pacific awards Bravo Cmdre Bob Auchterlonie, outgoing Commander of Canadian Fleet Pacific (CANFLTPAC) presented several awards and ZULU promotions during a ceremony held on June 18. Images by Cpl Brandon O’Connell, MARPAC Imaging Services

CPO2 David Lowther receives a promotion to Chief Cpl Kristen Vanderhook receives her promotion to PO1 Martin Truchon receives the Canadian Forces Petty Officer First Class. Master Corporal. Decoration First Clasp.

CPO2 Leonard Balcombe receives the Canadian Lt(N) Jessica MacMillan receives her Certificate of CPO2 Ron Eccles receives the Canadian Forces Forces Decoration First Clasp. Competency, Combat System Engineering Physical Fitness Award for Aerobic Excellence. July 20, 2015 LOOKOUT • 13

Image by LS Ogle Henry, MARPAC Imaging Services CPO1 Shawn Taylor, outgoing Base Chief Petty Officer; Capt(N) Steven Waddell, Base Commander of CFB Esquimalt; and CPO1 Robert (Gino) Spinelli, incoming Base Chief Petty Officer, sign the Change of Appointment Certificates during the Base Divisions Ceremony held on July 16.

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“We pulled together the story by carefully placing artefacts throughout the room that touched on stories like the building’s first use as a hospital, then its transition to HMCS Naden, and

Image by Rachel Lallouz, Lookout finally, what we know it to be today.” Medical instruments used at CFB Esquimalt’s naval hospital. Clare Sharpe, Museum Exhibit Designer

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