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While there are many causes for which a state goes to war, its fundamental object can be epitomized as that of ensuring the continuance of its policy -- in face of the determination of the opposing state to pursue a contrary policy. In the human will lies the source and mainspring of conflict.

- Sir Basil H. Liddel-Hart

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70 Communication Group


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Today in Military History

April 22



1915:

GRAVENSTAFEL, effective dates for battle honour begin


1915:

Poison gas first used by Germans, German advance checked by Canadians following French retreat


1915:

The 10th Bn CEF fight in the Battle of St. Julien.


1915:

YPRES, 1915, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 25 May 15)


1951:

KAPYONG, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 25 Apr 51)


1951:

THE IMJIN, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 25 Apr 51)




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