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I'm looking for some information on the Hiab crane on (most) HLVWs. At one point in time, shortly after my HLVW/Air Brake course, I had some information about the Hiab, but have since misplaced it.  Since I rarely have access to the DWAN, can't find anything useful on google and haven't found...

The Regimental family of the Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada is mourning the loss of a great man; the last commanding officer of the Highland Light Infantry of Canada (the units predecessor), the first commanding officer of the Highland Fusiliers of Canada, and a thrice-wounded veteran of...

This is going to sound very very odd, but I figured I'd try every avenue in my search for information. I need some information and/or direction on the general operation of helicopters; Why? As I've gone on about in various other threads; I am in College for mechanical engineering...

HLVW Air brake / start-up Aide-mémoire I require a digital copy of this procedure... I know it does exist one way or another; either as an Aide-mémoire or just the rundown given on course.  I had the Air brake start up procedure typed up on a wallet sized card, given to me on the HLVW/Air brake...

Windsor Tattoo and Sunset Ceremony More on link May 30: Tatoo and Sunset Ceremony More on link. As far as I know, the pipe bands will include; - Essex and Kent band - RHFC band - Windsor police band As well, there will be reinactment groups, vintage vehicles and highland dancers. I...

SITUATION: I am currently working with a defence production company (which will remain nameless, for now) for my first co-op term for Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design and Analysis (Conestoga College). The company designs, develops and produces "holistic survivability" upgrades/products...

I stumbled across this on digg.com today...  I remember finding the original picture and reading the original story behind it while researching Afghanistan before deploying. The original photo and story were pretty captivating. This article is equally captivating... worth a read. A Life...

So, I'm watching CSI NY today (nothing else on in the middle of the day) and they're discussing this Accurate SMG called the KRISS Super V (used in a bank robbery)... and I'm thinking; 'wow, CSI has gotten so wanting for substance that they're resorting to making up weapons to fit the story.' ...

Interested in the Canadian Forces?  Want some information?  Live in Southwestern Ontario (London Area)? Here's a good place to start. ___________________________________________________________________________ CANADIAN FORCES RECRUITMENT FAIR Saturday, January 31st, 2009 A Military Job...

Ralph Osterhout: Toys That Find Their Way Into Combat Video Link This is an amazing video about technologies which cross from the civilian world into the military world and vise versa. As well, the video demonstrates emerging technologies which, if implemented, will, with out a doubt, alter...

Thought this seemed kind of interesting...  If it actually works in operational theater it would save lives.  Thoughts? ------------------------------------------------ Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan to get life saving anti-sniper device article link More on link

The Junior Ranks Mess of the Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada (Pibroch club) invite you to join us for a Concert to Remember. This concert, held the Saturday before Remembrance Day, will help fund the Regiments trip to France for the 65th Anniversary of D-Day and the Liberation of Europe. As...

I know this was posted in The Sandbox and Areas Reports Thread August 2008, but I wanted to comment on it directly... so here it is again. Posted with all the usual caveats. Canadian troops get better care overseas: report Article Link Here's the part that intrigues me; As much as I hate...

Blackhawk Speed Clips So, I picked up a couple of packs of these things (3 sizes), and so far they seem pretty decent. So far, I've used them to attach a couple of pistol mag and utility pouches to my ATS War belt, and to attach a couple utility pouches and a holster to a drop leg panel. ...

I figured I’d throw this in Radio Chatter, since I have no idea where else to put it… so if it’s not in an appropriate spot, Mods, feel free to move or delete it. Okay, so here’s some background on this story; for the past year or so, since returning to work, and due to my medical...

IED explosion claims life of Canadian soldier Article link RIP Soldier...  :salute:

I saw this clip today, on CTV Newsnet, and then found it on CTV.ca so I could post it here. Video Clip Anytime I'm asked why I went; This is why.  Was it worth it? Yes it was.  Do you see change? Yes I do. Seeing this and listening to people who are so brave as to blatantly defy Taliban...

I've searched and searched... here, google, everywhere... and I can't seem to find any digital foot print for this company.    I haven't even been able to find any analog info about this company (Phone number, address, etc.).  I know they exist, we all use their gear; boot band, FMP covers...

I hope this hasn't been posted a million times already... but it should be.. everywhere.  >:D Forum Etiquette Good for a laugh... especially around here some days.  ;D

I've searched around the boards for this and managed to find some answers to my questions... but not to all of them... and I didn't want to open up a thread from 2005 to answer questions which are only slightly related to the topic.  So, I figured I'd fire up this thread and see where it goes. ...