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I'm inclined to agree, while I wouldn't put it past Putin to attempt a move like this I don't see Raul going along with it.

I would hope that after this the Canadian Government seriously reconsiders leasing any Russian helicopters.  A message needs to be sent to Russia and IMHO it would be inappropriate to be signing deals with them now to purchase military equipment.

Just got a chance to look at this thread, nice pics.

That sounds like a mission i'd definitely sign up for, hell they wouldn't even have to pay me. ;D

Well I must admit I didn't know about that open base policy (What will Canadian politicians think of next?), you win on that point.

Well actually what I really had in mind was a glass with the bottom half filled with Guinness ;D

Good one George you got me there ;) but i'm just saying that Canada wouldn't be any less competent at keeping state secrets than our neighbours south of the border.

The last time I checked most of America's security leaks came from their own people.

And God I hope that purchase wouldn't be too far in the future.  BTW Geo I like how you always see the half full side of the glass ;)

While animosity among African ethnic groups predated the colonial period, the colonists certainly exacerbated it to suit their purposes and those arbitrary borders are a big part of the problem now.  Also the slavery which existed in pre-colonial Africa as in all ancient societies including...

drunknsubmrnr makes a point that is a major concern to me too.  The Victoria class may never be fully combat capable, which is a shame because Canada's submariners are second to none and deserve much better.

BOTH France and Belgium have a lot to answer for in Rwanda.  The horrifying actions of the Hutus were certainly inexcusable but the policy of ALL the colonial powers in Africa of sowing mistrust and resentment among various ethnic groups in order to maintain control has left a legacy that is...

Good job guys you deserve the commendation.  While I still have my doubts about the wisdom of purchasing the Victoria class subs i've never doubted Canada's submariners :salute:

Job well done diggers, congrats. :salute:

Rest In Peace brave sir and my condolences to family and comrades-in-arms. :cdnsalute:  I hope a thorough enquiry will fully sort out what really happened.

Soca tunes for the 2008 Crop-Over festival in Barbados: "Soca In Meh Veins" by Allison Hinds "Magnet To Steel" by Rupee (The same guy who performed that song "Tempted to Touch" which was featured in that movie starring Pearce Brosnan and Salma Hayak) "Not Missing Me" by Edwin Yearwood

One would have thought after the Falklands War the British MOD would be the most aware of the importance naval air defence.

Hello guys If someone has posted this story already forgive me but I just signed onto the internet and saw the story on Yahoo! news that Betancourt and several other hostages were rescued without a shot being fired by Colombian specop helicopter pilots and spies masquerading as guerillas.  I'm...

Thanks for the insight DiverMedic, I appreciate getting a perspective from people who have first hand knowledge of the training.

Thanks KStew, actually i'm hoping to get my PADI Open Water Certificate this summer, cheers.