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Unfortunately where I'm posted I do not have access to the DIN. I will try the Janes civvie site. Thanks.   :salute: I did find this link for people in my situation. http://www.bdec-online.com/cfm/frame.cfm?src=http://www.bdec-online.com/bd-dets/bdw1.htm

Hi Ammo Tech, Do you have a link, I am interested in trying to find out more about this bridge. Thanks.  :salute:

He only person I met that actually knew the words and sang them at Mess Dinners, is Maj Pal Mann.  :salute:

FNG, There is a world of difference between muscular endurance, (doing push ups, chin ups) and cardio vascular endurance, (Oxygen exchange with the blood). If you  are a poor runner, "you will be bringing people down on you". I would suggest setting a fitness goal of being able to run a mile...

Sorry for not posting a response to this topic sooner, its been a crazy week in the trenches. You make a good point Kat about training them as SF. I would counter that with, SF Soldiers bring a lot of specialized skill and knowledge to the fight. It is a long, expensive and selective process to...

The attitude is any unit is dependent on the command climate the leadership puts out. SO, it really matters who is in charge. Both 1 and 2 CER has excellent leadership. What really makes the difference is the attitude of the civilian population. I say this without being posted to Pet for quite...

Yeah I saw Elvis in it last time I was in Vegas.

Ok Troops, listen up, ROE for this discussion...NO running down units because of past roles, whether actual or implied, forced upon them. No running down troops with "light " experiences from 1 CER, 2 CER, 4 CER, 5 RGC, 2 Tp Para, 4 Tp or Engr Pl, Canadian Airborne Regiment.(Or anyone else I...

Robert Christopher (Horse) McCoy served his countries well. RIP Warrior.  :salute:

Perhaps you could be more specific... have your hopes and dreams been crushed? I have had nothing but a worthwhile, honourable and exciting career. Full of travel to exotic countries, strange illnesses, and meeting and working some of the finest people in the country of Canada. :cdn: Many are...

It seems to me I have to show my ID Card any time I need to process a claim or any number of admin/med actions. Perhaps the Reserves move in different circles.  :salute: I work in the US and you can't buy a jug of milk at the PX without an ID Card, let alone access the Base. Seems they have a...

I can't believe that he hasn't used his ID Card in six months +.  :salute:

There seems to be a lack of general knowledge about depression and mental illness from some of the comments I have read in this forum. I think most would be surprised to find how prevalent it is in the Forces. Soldiers need leaders that are understanding, knowledgeable and sympathetic towards...

:warstory: Earl you obviously didn't get the memo, as of 01 Jan 04, we are all Combat Engineers 043.  :salute:

Do you have a link to any of the War College's papers? I am sure they would be interesting reads.  :salute:

Firstly, we as Canadians have been at war against terror ever since Sept 11, 2001. So I'm not sure of your point there. As far as "freeing up American Troops" I am expecting the situation in Afghanistan to deteriorate over the next few months as a prelude and attempted power shift prior to the...

Edward is always a source of knowledge. I am amazed.  :salute:

Others would call him persistent. Not to joke about a very real problem but if you don't know what the signs and symptoms are or can not articulate it does not mean you are not suffering from it. I know many WW II vets that when questioned have signs and symptoms of PTSD, my father included. I...

Please continue with your PT, you can never be too fit. I have near the same eye specs as you and I am in the Force as a V3. Vision Category 3. All that means, I always have to wear corrective lenses and have gas mask glasses. However, be aware that it may limit the trades you are available to...

This is something the True Believer can believe in... once he embarks on a path of terror, at some time and some place, not of his own choosing, probably when he least expects it, preferably in the middle of a moonless night, his door will explode and he will have an arranged meeting with his...