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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old
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No one accuses the gunner of maudlin affection for anything except his beasts and his weapons. He serves as least three jealous gods--his horse and all its saddlery and harness; his gun, whose least detail of efficiency is more important than men's lives; and, when these have been attended to, the never-ending mystery of his art commands him.
- Rudyard Kipling
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May 26
1722: The Royal Artillery is formed. This day is observed in the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery as Artillery Day. (The origins of the RCA are too diverse for them to agree on one regimental birthday.)
1940: Operation Dynamo begins; evacuation of 338,226 allied troops at Dunkirk
1944: CEPRANO, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 27 May 44)
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