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Sub HMCS Victoria fires 1st torpedoes in test
The Royal Canadian Navy says one of its troubled submarines has finally managed to fire torpedoes in a test exercise. Canada ripped off in British submarine deal, U.K. MP says | CTV News
A British MP says Canada got a bad deal when it bought four used diesel-electric submarines from Britain. Wounded soldier Trevor Greene marches forthMilitary | 206721 hits | 9:23 AM on Friday | posted by Guy_Fawkes
The best source of local news in Nova Scotia, featuring articles from The Chronicle Herald, breaking news, sports, entertainment, business, national news, international news, weather. F-35 cost 200 Million each
American military top-brass met with foreign officials overseas this week after growing problems with the US Air Force’s F-35 program has caused a handful of nations to consider terminating their contracts with the States to purchase warplanes.Brian Stewart: That ticking time bomb is America's exhausted army
Domestic violence on the rise, sexual assaults in the ranks, street gang infiltration, the U.S. military is exhausted and reeling from two too-long wars, Brian Stewart says.
Domestic violence on the rise, sexual assaults in the ranks, street gang infiltration, the U.S. military is exhausted and reeling from two too-long wars, Brian Stewart says.Ethiopia carries out ground attacks on archrival Eritrea
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6 British Soldiers Killed in Explosion
The fatal bombing of six British soldiers in their Warrior armoured vehicle in Afghanistan throws the spotlight on the UK mission in Afghanistan, writes BBC defence correspondent Jonathan Beale.
The fatal bombing of six British soldiers in their Warrior armoured vehicle in Afghanistan throws the spotlight on the UK mission in Afghanistan, writes BBC defence correspondent Jonathan Beale.Famed U.S. spy plane still flying over North Korea
As a sleek black U-2 roared back from a mission, Pontiac muscle cars zoomed along the runway to help it touch down using a low-tech method dating back more than half a century to when this Cold War-era aircraft was cutting-edge.
As a sleek black U-2 roared back from a mission, Pontiac muscle cars zoomed along the runway to help it touch down using a low-tech method dating back more than half a century to when this Cold War-era aircraft was cutting-edge. Troubled submarines to be used until 2030
Canada's glitch-prone, second-hand submarines will be with the navy until at least 2030, but defence planners will begin drawing up a replacement program within the next four years.7 U.S. Marines killed in helicopter training collision
Seven U.S. Marines were killed when two helicopters collided in the California desert during night training exercises, the latest of several Marine Corps training accidents in the region.
Seven U.S. Marines were killed when two helicopters collided in the California desert during night training exercises, the latest of several Marine Corps training accidents in the region. DND/CF | News Release | HMCS Victoria Conducts Diving Operations Off The Coast Of Vancouver Island
www.forces.gc.ca is the official Web site of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces. It is the best source of current and historical Canadian military information. MacKay urges greater U.S.-Canada military co-operation
Defence Minister Peter MacKay says there's a greater need for partnership between the Canadian and U.S. military in uncertain economic and political times. Military to get bill for downed Yellowknife power line
The Northwest Territories Power Corp. plans to bill the Department of National Defence and Joint Task Force North for repairs to a hydro transmission line brought down by a military helicopter. Veterans' benefits letters slammed by ombudsman
A review of Veterans Affairs Canada's letters to former soldiers who have been denied disability benefits has revealed a pattern of providing information but no adequate explanation of how the decisions were made. Canadian soldier praised for bravery during Taliban attack
Kandahar combat veteran Master Cpl. Tyler Latta of Edmonton and St. Thomas, Ont., has been praised by senior Canadian commanders for the heroic role he played last September in Kabul in helping to repel the Taliban’s biggest co-ordinated attack since they HMCS Vancouver home after seven months
HMCS Vancouver made a long-awaited call to its home port of Esquimalt, B.C., Sunday, to the delight of crew and their families. Tight timeline to replace CF-18s with stealth fighters
There's little wiggle room to prolong the life of Canada's CF-18 jet fighters beyond 2020 and they may have to be flown gently if there are further delays in the F-35 program. Navy head calls for increased Arctic presence
The head of the Royal Canadian Navy says Canada needs to bolster its military presence in the Arctic to prepare for a boom in human and economic activity resulting largely from climate change. Northern rangers stand guard as Canada's Arctic heats up
With their imposing armoured trucks and green camouflage, the troops from the south get the most attention as they train up here on the edge of the Arctic. Military drops Labrador supersonic training plan
The Canadian military has withdrawn an application to conduct supersonic flight training in Labrador. DND has no Plan B for F-35 delays; drones not an option for fewer fighters
OTTAWA - Senior defence officials concede there is currently no Plan B — or back-up proposal to deal with delays in the F-35 jet fighter program, and insist one is not necessary because of recent upgrades to the CF-18 fleet.
There are claims in the Russian media; the country was within a hair’s breadth of a disaster comparable to Chernobyl a few weeks ago. It is alleged a strategic missile-carrying sub was on fire for more than a day with its entire arsenal aboard. Events | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76Military | 206612 hits | 8:33 PM on Tuesday | posted by Freakinoldguy
Obama's spending cuts could mean trouble for Canada's F-35 plansMilitary | 206765 hits | 7:52 AM on Tuesday | posted by saturn_656
Canada may find itself paying a much heftier price for 65 F-35 warplanes thanks to a production slowdown in the U.S. New wave of troops to start deploying to Afghanistan
Almost 100 soldiers will depart Canadian Forces Base Gagetown on Monday night for Afghanistan, the start of a wave of troops that will relieve the first rotation of military personnel who have been training the country's security forces since last summer. Army drivers to train on Yellowknife roads
Army vehicles will be moving through downtown Yellowknife on Sunday for winter driving training as part of exercise Arctic Ram.Prince Harry qualifies as Apache helicopter pilot
Britain's defence ministry says Prince Harry has qualified as an Apache attack helicopter pilot, graduating as the best co-pilot gunner in his class after 18 months of training.
Britain's defence ministry says Prince Harry has qualified as an Apache attack helicopter pilot, graduating as the best co-pilot gunner in his class after 18 months of training.Pentagon catching up with reality on women in combat
Defence Department rules are catching up a bit with reality after a decade when women in the U.S. military have served, fought and died on the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan.
Defence Department rules are catching up a bit with reality after a decade when women in the U.S. military have served, fought and died on the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan. A dogfight over Delhi
How France won the multibillion-dollar deal to supply India’s air force with modern fighters DND being ripped off by contractors, union alleges Military | 207761 hits | 8:38 PM on Sunday | posted by Canadian_Mind
DND probes alleged delays in search for Labrador boy
A top defence department official says the federal government has launched an investigation into a search that recovered the body of a 14-year-old Labrador snowmobiler who was missing since Sunday. Doubts raised about future of Afghan army funding
The commander of the Canadian army says he doubts the international community will have the cash or the political stomach after 2014 to sustain the sprawling Afghan security force being trained by NATO allies. Soldiers brace for cold as they deploy for Arctic training
After six years of combat in the desert, some Canadian troops are in for a shock as they deploy to the Arctic for a two-week training exercise. Canadian soldiers, pilot awarded for bravery
Seven members of the Canadian Forces receive the Medal of Military Valour from Governor General David Johnston in a ceremony at Rideau Hall.Iran oil embargo: William Hague urges Iran to 'come to its senses' over nuclear programme | Mail Online
Philip Hammond said the sending of HMS Argyll as part of an international flotilla of warships through the Strait of Hormuz sent a 'clear signal' to Iran.
Philip Hammond said the sending of HMS Argyll as part of an international flotilla of warships through the Strait of Hormuz sent a 'clear signal' to Iran. Military convoy begins trek to the Arctic
Hundreds of military vehicles and personnel are beginning a three-day trek from CFB Edmonton to Yellowknife to test themselves and their gear in a harsh winter environment. Military stress ball contract squashed by MacKay
Defence Minister Peter MacKay squashes a plan to purchase 20,000 orange stress balls for the military saying it is an unnecessary expenses, according to his spokesman. France withdraws troops from Afghanistan after four soldiers killed
French President Nicolas Sarkozy threatens to withdraw entire force For first time in decades, military takes armour to North
They were Canada's armoured workhorses in the dust and heat of Afghanistan, and now the military is taking its LAVs to the snowy tundra. Spy case won't hurt Canada's reputation, MacKay says
Defence Minister Peter MacKay is trying to reassure Canadians that allegations of espionage centring on a Halifax naval intelligence officer will not affect the country's reputation among other NATO members.MoD announces details of 4,200 job cuts
The Ministry of Defence announces its plans for a second round of redundancies in the armed forces, with 4,200 jobs to go.
The Ministry of Defence announces its plans for a second round of redundancies in the armed forces, with 4,200 jobs to go. Army reservists fight cold in Bathurst
Army reserve members were on a training exercise in Bathurst over the weekend, learning how to fight in and survive extremely cold weather conditions. Military gear missing from Afghan mission shipments
The Canadian Forces have experienced serious security breaches with military equipment being shipped back from Afghanistan, CBC News has learned. Navy's terrorist barrier sunk by mussels
A floating barrier designed to foil terrorist attacks and protect Canadian navy ships cannot handle the rigours of Halifax harbour. HMCS Charlottetown to depart for Mediterranean
HMCS Charlottetown and her crew of approximately 250 sailors will depart Halifax on Sunday for a six-month-long mission to the Mediterranean Sea.Back to Canada News
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