15th Field Artillery Regiment
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
1977
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
1977
as at 12 October 2021
Sub-units
31st Field Battery, RCA
68th Field Battery, RCA
Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
31st Field Battery, RCA
68th Field Battery, RCA
Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Key Appointments
Regimental Headquarters
Adjutant: Captain Martin A Casey
Regular Support Staff Officer: Captain DB Harrison
Regular Support Staff Warrant: Master Warrant Officer Fred H Rossi
31 Battery
Battery Commander (BC): Majors Barrie VW Hamilton
68 Battery
Battery Commander (BC): Major Robert E Mugford, CD
Adjutant: Captain Martin A Casey
Regular Support Staff Officer: Captain DB Harrison
Regular Support Staff Warrant: Master Warrant Officer Fred H Rossi
31 Battery
Battery Commander (BC): Majors Barrie VW Hamilton
68 Battery
Battery Commander (BC): Major Robert E Mugford, CD
Regimental Photograph - Spring 1977 (March or April)
Back Row - 1,2, MWO Jim Hamilton,4, Sgt Gordie Wright, 6, Sgt John Wright, 8,9,
Third Row - 10, MWO Bill Amos, WO Don Friedsam, MWO George Wood, 14, 15, 16,17, Sgt Mike Meehan, WO Dag Gruban, Sgt Brian Hill, 21, WO Mark Jackson, MBdr Doug Johnston, WO Leon Jensen
Second Row - Bdr Gamage, Bdr Mike Hennessy, 27, Bdr Joe Gauthier, Bdr Noel Dykes,30,31,32,33,34,35,36,37, Bdr Lorne Gilmour,39,40,41,42,43, Sgt Dave Levien, 45, Sgt Darlene Willing, 47, 48, 49, Bdr Stuart Mont, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, Gnr Paul Stewart, Bdr Clifton John, 58, 59, 60, 61, Pte Kathy Brunet, 63, Pte Lori Jolin, 65, 66, Pte Beth Reid, 68, 69, Bdr Brad Shorey, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, Gnr Jim Jacobson, 78, 79, Pte Janet Drinnan, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88,
Front Row – Lt John Carter, Capt John Jessop, 91, 2Lt CI Young, 93, Capt Peter Erwin, Maj Barrie Hamilton, Maj Stuart McDonald, CO LCol William (Bill) Wickett, RSM CWO Eric Tyldesley-Gore, Maj Bob Mugford, 100, 2Lt Donna Brown, 2Lt Kelly Stone, 104, Capt Paul Roberts, OCdt Russell Ford, Capt Frank Forbes, 108
Third Row - 10, MWO Bill Amos, WO Don Friedsam, MWO George Wood, 14, 15, 16,17, Sgt Mike Meehan, WO Dag Gruban, Sgt Brian Hill, 21, WO Mark Jackson, MBdr Doug Johnston, WO Leon Jensen
Second Row - Bdr Gamage, Bdr Mike Hennessy, 27, Bdr Joe Gauthier, Bdr Noel Dykes,30,31,32,33,34,35,36,37, Bdr Lorne Gilmour,39,40,41,42,43, Sgt Dave Levien, 45, Sgt Darlene Willing, 47, 48, 49, Bdr Stuart Mont, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, Gnr Paul Stewart, Bdr Clifton John, 58, 59, 60, 61, Pte Kathy Brunet, 63, Pte Lori Jolin, 65, 66, Pte Beth Reid, 68, 69, Bdr Brad Shorey, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, Gnr Jim Jacobson, 78, 79, Pte Janet Drinnan, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88,
Front Row – Lt John Carter, Capt John Jessop, 91, 2Lt CI Young, 93, Capt Peter Erwin, Maj Barrie Hamilton, Maj Stuart McDonald, CO LCol William (Bill) Wickett, RSM CWO Eric Tyldesley-Gore, Maj Bob Mugford, 100, 2Lt Donna Brown, 2Lt Kelly Stone, 104, Capt Paul Roberts, OCdt Russell Ford, Capt Frank Forbes, 108
Yakima Firing Centre
Top Row - MWO Fred Rossi, Maj Barrie Hamilton, RSM CWO Eric Tyldesley-Gore, Capt Ian Newby, HCol Graham Blyth, Sgt Gordie Wright, 7 8, 9, WO Leon Jensen, 11, Bdr Rob St Germain, 13, Bdr Shane Culver, 15, 16, Sgt Brian Hill, Cpl Julie Wong, 19, Bdr Brad Shorey, Gnr Jim Jacobson, 22, MBdr Terry Harmon, 24, 25, Bdr Graeme Mutton, 27, Sgt Mark Jackson, Cpl Siobhan Connolly, 30, WO Don Friedsam.
Centre Row - WO Gary Palmatary, Bdr Barry Cotter,34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, Bdr Stuart Mont, 41, Bdr Hugo Palle, Pte Leslie Pickering, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50
Front Row - WO Brian Harmon, 52, Bdr Keith Laing, 54, 55, Maj Bob Mugford, 56, 57, CO LCol Bill Wickett, Bdr Noel Dykes, MBdr Doug Johnston, Capt George Laschuk, Bdr Dale Bliss, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67
Top Row - MWO Fred Rossi, Maj Barrie Hamilton, RSM CWO Eric Tyldesley-Gore, Capt Ian Newby, HCol Graham Blyth, Sgt Gordie Wright, 7 8, 9, WO Leon Jensen, 11, Bdr Rob St Germain, 13, Bdr Shane Culver, 15, 16, Sgt Brian Hill, Cpl Julie Wong, 19, Bdr Brad Shorey, Gnr Jim Jacobson, 22, MBdr Terry Harmon, 24, 25, Bdr Graeme Mutton, 27, Sgt Mark Jackson, Cpl Siobhan Connolly, 30, WO Don Friedsam.
Centre Row - WO Gary Palmatary, Bdr Barry Cotter,34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, Bdr Stuart Mont, 41, Bdr Hugo Palle, Pte Leslie Pickering, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50
Front Row - WO Brian Harmon, 52, Bdr Keith Laing, 54, 55, Maj Bob Mugford, 56, 57, CO LCol Bill Wickett, Bdr Noel Dykes, MBdr Doug Johnston, Capt George Laschuk, Bdr Dale Bliss, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67
The Canadian Gunner 1977 - Unit Report - 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
If any year in a Regiment’s history can be considered as one of the regiment’s most productive, then the past year must be regarded as such. It must also be considered as one of busiest. Training was conducted in Vancouver as well as CFB Chilliwack and the United States Army ranges at Fort Lewis and Yakima, Washington. There were times when it seemed that the unit was either getting prepared for one exercise as a previous one was winding down. In support of training the Regiment’s vehicles travelled 77,800 miles. See more...
If any year in a Regiment’s history can be considered as one of the regiment’s most productive, then the past year must be regarded as such. It must also be considered as one of busiest. Training was conducted in Vancouver as well as CFB Chilliwack and the United States Army ranges at Fort Lewis and Yakima, Washington. There were times when it seemed that the unit was either getting prepared for one exercise as a previous one was winding down. In support of training the Regiment’s vehicles travelled 77,800 miles. See more...
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UN Emergency Force Middle East II (UNEFME II)
Established in October 1973 to supervise the cease-fire between Egyptian and Israeli forces and, following the conclusion of the agreements of 18 January 1974 and 4 September 1975, to supervise the redeployment of Egyptian and Israeli forces and to control the buffer zones established under those agreements. The mandate for this Mission expired in July 1979 and the troops were withdrawn. Awarded for 90 days consecutive service between 26 October 1973 to 24 July 1979. Following members were presented United Nations Emergency Force Middle East II (UNEFME II) medal on departure from the mission area: Gunner Noel RR Dykes, Gunner Joseph C. Gauthier and Gunner Ernie Kovacs. See more... |
New Members
Captain Paul Roberts transferred in from the 3rd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery
Captain John Jessop transferred in from the 2nd Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Private Steven Oatway, a trumpeter, joined the Band
Mark Anthony Adams
Tom Agoston
Kenneth Anderson
Patrck Anderson
George Babinger
Captain Paul Roberts transferred in from the 3rd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery
Captain John Jessop transferred in from the 2nd Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Private Steven Oatway, a trumpeter, joined the Band
Mark Anthony Adams
Tom Agoston
Kenneth Anderson
Patrck Anderson
George Babinger
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Most Efficient Recruit 15th Field Regiment RCA
This award is presented to the most efficient recruit from the start of the training period in September of the previous year. This year’s winner of the trophy is Private (Recruit) D. Gamage. |
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Gunner Douglas Corsor Jr. Memorial Trophy
This trophy was created by his close friends in the Regiment, Gunner Noel RR Dykes, Gunner Joseph C. Gauthier, Gunner Reginald Gerard, Gunner Harry Harsch and Gunner Vivian Hughes after his untimely death in a vehicle accident in 1974. It is presented to the Gunner that most exemplifies the best characteristics of being a Gunner. This year’s award is presented to Bombardier Lorne Gilmour. |
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Sniping Gun Trophy
This trophy is awarded annually to the most proficient gun detachment firing in the sniping gun role or in another role determined by the regular force support staff. It was originally created and presented by the current detachment: Captain DB Harrison, Master Warrant Officer Fred H Rossi, Sergeant JYD Thiebert and Master Bombardier C McGinley. This year’s winner was AD gun detachment commanded by Sergeant Mark J Jackson. |
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Ex Shellburst Valley
Each year the Regiment is to deploy an Artillery Battery which is to be assessed by a Regular Force marking team and judged in their technical skills and their ability to man a complete slate of gunners. In these photos, 68 Battery, the firing Battery, is lined up at 'Detachments Front' in order to do a head count.
Each year the Regiment is to deploy an Artillery Battery which is to be assessed by a Regular Force marking team and judged in their technical skills and their ability to man a complete slate of gunners. In these photos, 68 Battery, the firing Battery, is lined up at 'Detachments Front' in order to do a head count.
Milcon 77 - Yakima Firing Centre, WA - 24 Jun–4 Jul 1977
The end of Milcon smoker. Steaks, some Olympia beer and the RSM’s chance encounter with a Gunner’s new tattoo. Even the American Safety Officer Lieutenant Gerolimo needs a beer after working with the Canadians for a week.
We've also got a young Sergeant Brian Hill and our RSS Master Warrant Officer Fred Rossi enjoying an Olympia, "It's the water!". See more ...
The end of Milcon smoker. Steaks, some Olympia beer and the RSM’s chance encounter with a Gunner’s new tattoo. Even the American Safety Officer Lieutenant Gerolimo needs a beer after working with the Canadians for a week.
We've also got a young Sergeant Brian Hill and our RSS Master Warrant Officer Fred Rossi enjoying an Olympia, "It's the water!". See more ...
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Members deployed on Operations
April 1977 Corporal Joe Phelan deploys with United Nations Emergency Force Middle East II (UNEFME II) in the Sinai. |
Chilliwack Range Exercise
The regiment qualified on the range at Chilliwack during the weekend 13-15 May 1977 or 3-6 Jun 1977 followed by a grenade refresher. Some of the soldiers gathered around for the safety briefing by Master Warrant Officer Bill Amos include: 1,2,3, Julie Wong, 5,6,7,8,9,10, Colin Parkinson, 12,13,14,15,Mark Jackson, 17,18,19,Eaton, 21,22,23, Mike Meehan, Stuart Mont, Clifton John, Palle,27, Kelly Stone. See more...
The regiment qualified on the range at Chilliwack during the weekend 13-15 May 1977 or 3-6 Jun 1977 followed by a grenade refresher. Some of the soldiers gathered around for the safety briefing by Master Warrant Officer Bill Amos include: 1,2,3, Julie Wong, 5,6,7,8,9,10, Colin Parkinson, 12,13,14,15,Mark Jackson, 17,18,19,Eaton, 21,22,23, Mike Meehan, Stuart Mont, Clifton John, Palle,27, Kelly Stone. See more...
Reforger 1977
August – October 1977 Bombardier Lorne Gilmour
The opportunity to partake on an attachment to the 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery is often a once in a lifetime opportunity. The Regiment, as with all units in 4 Canadian Mechanized Battle Group, have two manning establishments: peacetime and war. For the purposes of the annual Exercise REFORGER (Reserve Forces to Germany) the unit requires augmentation, often from the Militia, in order to meet the requirements of the NATO exercise.
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August – October 1977 Bombardier Lorne Gilmour
The opportunity to partake on an attachment to the 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery is often a once in a lifetime opportunity. The Regiment, as with all units in 4 Canadian Mechanized Battle Group, have two manning establishments: peacetime and war. For the purposes of the annual Exercise REFORGER (Reserve Forces to Germany) the unit requires augmentation, often from the Militia, in order to meet the requirements of the NATO exercise.
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Trade Qualification (TQ) 1 Artilleryman Course
The Regiment conducted a course in November 1977 which undoubtedly included a weekend in Ft Lewis, WA. The following pictures may be from a dry deployment exercise in Chilliwack. The Troop Sergeant Major was Warrant Officer Leon Jensen. See more ...
The Regiment conducted a course in November 1977 which undoubtedly included a weekend in Ft Lewis, WA. The following pictures may be from a dry deployment exercise in Chilliwack. The Troop Sergeant Major was Warrant Officer Leon Jensen. See more ...
Exercises
22 Jan 1977 Range Exercise
25-27 Feb 1977 Ex Live Firing, Fort Lewis, WA
Signals Warrant Officer Warrant Officer Leon Jensen
22 Jan 1977 Range Exercise
25-27 Feb 1977 Ex Live Firing, Fort Lewis, WA
Signals Warrant Officer Warrant Officer Leon Jensen
7-9 Oct 1977 Ex Live Firing, Fort Lewis, WA
Gun Troop Sergeant Major Warrant Officer Leon Jensen
Defensive Drivers Course
Gun Troop Sergeant Major Warrant Officer Leon Jensen
Defensive Drivers Course
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Musician Courses
Private Steven Oatway qualified Musician R871 Trade Qualification 1 and 2 course. |
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Regimental Rifle Team - Blair Shoot
Bombardier Mike Hennessey, Bombardier John Large, Lieutenant John Carter, Captain Martin Casey, Warrant Officer Gary Palmatary, Sergeant Mark Jackson, Bombardier Dale Bliss, Bombardier Barry Cotter, Bombardier Shane Culver, Bombardier Dave Gamage, Bombardier Williams, Bombardier Wong. Master Bombardier Bill Loiselle compiles the scores. Regimental ascots and blue regimental t-shirts were popular this year. It was also the year when it was difficult to distinguish the rank of a Bombardier from that of a Master Bombardier. See more...
Bombardier Mike Hennessey, Bombardier John Large, Lieutenant John Carter, Captain Martin Casey, Warrant Officer Gary Palmatary, Sergeant Mark Jackson, Bombardier Dale Bliss, Bombardier Barry Cotter, Bombardier Shane Culver, Bombardier Dave Gamage, Bombardier Williams, Bombardier Wong. Master Bombardier Bill Loiselle compiles the scores. Regimental ascots and blue regimental t-shirts were popular this year. It was also the year when it was difficult to distinguish the rank of a Bombardier from that of a Master Bombardier. See more...
Freedom of the City of Vancouver
On 12 June 1977, the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel William T. Wickett was granted the Freedom of the City of Vancouver. This is a tradition that dates back some 300 years in British Army history and provides an opportunity of recognizing military units.The ceremony begins with the unit marching to City Hall led by the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel William (Bill) T. Wickett. The Regimental Band and the Cadets are already in position. See more...
On 12 June 1977, the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel William T. Wickett was granted the Freedom of the City of Vancouver. This is a tradition that dates back some 300 years in British Army history and provides an opportunity of recognizing military units.The ceremony begins with the unit marching to City Hall led by the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel William (Bill) T. Wickett. The Regimental Band and the Cadets are already in position. See more...
Remembrance Day 1977
The Salute Troop fires at Hallelujah Point in Stanley Park. The Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Bill Wickett with the Second in Command Major Barrie Hamilton and the Honorary Colonel Graham Blyth and Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel J.C. Griffiths. There was a considerable quantity of troops formed up beside the salute troop. Chief Warrant Officer Eric Tyldesley-Gore, Master Warrant Officer Bill Amos, Gunner Colin Parkinson, Sergeant John Wright, Warrant Officer Dag Gruban, Sergeant Darlene Willing, Warrant Officer Leon Jensen. Who else did I miss in the crowd?
The Salute Troop fires at Hallelujah Point in Stanley Park. The Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Bill Wickett with the Second in Command Major Barrie Hamilton and the Honorary Colonel Graham Blyth and Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel J.C. Griffiths. There was a considerable quantity of troops formed up beside the salute troop. Chief Warrant Officer Eric Tyldesley-Gore, Master Warrant Officer Bill Amos, Gunner Colin Parkinson, Sergeant John Wright, Warrant Officer Dag Gruban, Sergeant Darlene Willing, Warrant Officer Leon Jensen. Who else did I miss in the crowd?
Soldiers' Christmas Parade
The day starts out with a Commanding Officer's Parade, the last one of the year. Major Bob Mugford escorts the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel Bill Wickett and special guest through his Battery. The salute is taken by the Honorary Colonels and our special guest. Commissioning scrolls are presented to Lieutenant Brown and Lieutenant John Carter. The Canadian Forces Decoration for twelve years of service is presented. See more...
The day starts out with a Commanding Officer's Parade, the last one of the year. Major Bob Mugford escorts the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel Bill Wickett and special guest through his Battery. The salute is taken by the Honorary Colonels and our special guest. Commissioning scrolls are presented to Lieutenant Brown and Lieutenant John Carter. The Canadian Forces Decoration for twelve years of service is presented. See more...
Band Performances
Summer 1977 State Visit Chancellor of West Germany, Helmut Schmidt and the Prime Minister of Canada, Pierre Elliot Trudeau.
11 Nov 1977 CFB Chilliwack parade
Summer 1977 State Visit Chancellor of West Germany, Helmut Schmidt and the Prime Minister of Canada, Pierre Elliot Trudeau.
11 Nov 1977 CFB Chilliwack parade
Silver Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Gala
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA and the Pipes and Drums of the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada performed on 11 June 1977 with a Regimental Guard, a Legion Colour Party and an audience of 3,000 at the newly refurbished Orpheum Theatre. See more...
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA and the Pipes and Drums of the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada performed on 11 June 1977 with a Regimental Guard, a Legion Colour Party and an audience of 3,000 at the newly refurbished Orpheum Theatre. See more...
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Silver Jubilee message
The Commanding Officer receives a response from Buckingham Place after sending loyal greetings on her Silver Jubilee. |
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Recruiting 1977
The letter clearly states 1977 however the coloured handout is undated. The handout also mentions exercises in Whitehorse, Yukon and I'm unaware of the Regiment ever deploying there for training. The letter is interesting in that it is aimed at male recruits only. This is due to the restriction on female recruitment that were in place back in the 70s. |
The Gunner
The regimental submission for 1977 highlights many of the activities that took place during the year.
If any year in a Regiment’s history can be considered as one of regiment's most productive, then the past year must be regarded as such. It must also be considered as one of the busiest. Training was conducted in Vancouver as well as CFB Chilliwack and the United States Army ranges at Fort Lewis and Yakima, Washington. There were times when it seemed that the unit was either getting prepared for one exercise as a previous one was winding down. In support of training the Regiment's vehicles travelled 77,800 miles.
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The regimental submission for 1977 highlights many of the activities that took place during the year.
If any year in a Regiment’s history can be considered as one of regiment's most productive, then the past year must be regarded as such. It must also be considered as one of the busiest. Training was conducted in Vancouver as well as CFB Chilliwack and the United States Army ranges at Fort Lewis and Yakima, Washington. There were times when it seemed that the unit was either getting prepared for one exercise as a previous one was winding down. In support of training the Regiment's vehicles travelled 77,800 miles.
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Bessborough Armoury Cannons
Major Ian Newby was visiting Woolwich, England when a number of old cannon barrels were uncovered during the excavation for a housing project on the site of an old ordnance factory. The London County Council offered the barrels to the Royal Artillery at Woolwich. Major Newby made a request for two of the barrels to be donated to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment and after a bit of paper work, the barrels were ours. Now the problem was how to get them to Vancouver. See more...
Major Ian Newby was visiting Woolwich, England when a number of old cannon barrels were uncovered during the excavation for a housing project on the site of an old ordnance factory. The London County Council offered the barrels to the Royal Artillery at Woolwich. Major Newby made a request for two of the barrels to be donated to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment and after a bit of paper work, the barrels were ours. Now the problem was how to get them to Vancouver. See more...
Regimental Wedding – March 1977
The sword party from the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess gather and receive their swords that are on loan from the Officers’ Mess. It’s a bit of a foreign item for the Senior NCO's! Sergeant Brian Hill, Sergeant Dave Levien, Warrant Officer Richard Van Slyke, Warrant Officer Dag Gruban, Warrant Officer Brian Harmon and Sergeant Mark Jackson.
The sword party in action! As the bride, the former Private Nancy Olson, and the groom, Warrant Officer Leon Jensen, exit the church the sword party responds to the command, “Form Arch!”
The sword party from the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess gather and receive their swords that are on loan from the Officers’ Mess. It’s a bit of a foreign item for the Senior NCO's! Sergeant Brian Hill, Sergeant Dave Levien, Warrant Officer Richard Van Slyke, Warrant Officer Dag Gruban, Warrant Officer Brian Harmon and Sergeant Mark Jackson.
The sword party in action! As the bride, the former Private Nancy Olson, and the groom, Warrant Officer Leon Jensen, exit the church the sword party responds to the command, “Form Arch!”
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Canadian Forces Reserve ID Cards
This is an example of the ID Cards issued in the 70s. Notoriously easy to alter (how else was your editor supposed to pick up the booze for the Junior Ranks when he was only 18 years old (or was that 17?) and voted in as the PMC?) |
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Recruiting Letter
The local schools have always been a traditional recruiting area for the Regiment. Did you attend one of the information sessions? |
Members transferred to other units
Headquarters Militia Area Pacific
Captain Art Gee attached to Headquarters’ staff.
Captain Bill Laschuk attached to Headquarters’ staff.
Former Members now in the Regular Force
Lieutenant EE Johnson posted to 3rd Regiment Canadian Horse Artillery
27 June 1977 Trooper Colin V Norris promoted to Bombardier.
6 July 1977 1 Airborne Battery, RCA disbanded. Bombardier Colin V Norris posted to "E" Battery (Para) 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery.
4 Dec 1977 Bombardier Colin V Norris promoted to Master Bombardier.
Lieutenant Gary S Woloski posted to 2nd Regiment Canadian Horse Artillery
Headquarters Militia Area Pacific
Captain Art Gee attached to Headquarters’ staff.
Captain Bill Laschuk attached to Headquarters’ staff.
Former Members now in the Regular Force
Lieutenant EE Johnson posted to 3rd Regiment Canadian Horse Artillery
27 June 1977 Trooper Colin V Norris promoted to Bombardier.
6 July 1977 1 Airborne Battery, RCA disbanded. Bombardier Colin V Norris posted to "E" Battery (Para) 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery.
4 Dec 1977 Bombardier Colin V Norris promoted to Master Bombardier.
Lieutenant Gary S Woloski posted to 2nd Regiment Canadian Horse Artillery
Officers’ Mess
New Year's Day Levee
The Officers are all bright eyed to start the New Year. Alas, the photographer wasn't as bright eyed as he should be and cut off some of the members that were present. Here's the crew that can be seen: Major Bob Mugford, Kelly Stone, Captain Martin Casey, Charles I Young, Lieutenant-Colonel Bill Wickett, Officer Cadet Paul Mirko, Lieutenant Peter Erwin, Major Stuart McDonald, Captain Laschuk, Second Lieutenant Donna Brown, Lieutenant John Carter.
Don and Jean Maskovich lay on an impressive feast for the Officers and their guests.
The Officers are all bright eyed to start the New Year. Alas, the photographer wasn't as bright eyed as he should be and cut off some of the members that were present. Here's the crew that can be seen: Major Bob Mugford, Kelly Stone, Captain Martin Casey, Charles I Young, Lieutenant-Colonel Bill Wickett, Officer Cadet Paul Mirko, Lieutenant Peter Erwin, Major Stuart McDonald, Captain Laschuk, Second Lieutenant Donna Brown, Lieutenant John Carter.
Don and Jean Maskovich lay on an impressive feast for the Officers and their guests.
Officers' Mess Dining in
In May the Officers hosted the officers of the 1st Bn 11th Field Artillery, United States Army. Whenever we fire on the American range, the 1st/11th provide both safety officers and administrative support. To thank the Americans for their hospitality a joint mess dinner was arranged. Much to our chagrin, we found out that our guests had been very well briefed. For many of our guests a mess dinner in a Regimental Mess complete with trophies, candelabra, china and crystal was completely beyond the imagination of some of the younger officers. See more...
In May the Officers hosted the officers of the 1st Bn 11th Field Artillery, United States Army. Whenever we fire on the American range, the 1st/11th provide both safety officers and administrative support. To thank the Americans for their hospitality a joint mess dinner was arranged. Much to our chagrin, we found out that our guests had been very well briefed. For many of our guests a mess dinner in a Regimental Mess complete with trophies, candelabra, china and crystal was completely beyond the imagination of some of the younger officers. See more...
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Commanding Officer's Birthday
Lieutenant-Colonel William (Bill) T. Wickett cuts a birthday cake prepared for him in the Officers Mess during a buffet dinner prepared to host a visit from the Commander Force Mobile Command. |
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Commanders' Conference Dinner
Lieutenant-Colonel and Mrs Bill Wickett attend. As well as Major Stuart McDonald, the Honorary Colonels and Captain Red Harrison. |
Sergeants’ Mess
New Year’s Day Levee
The Warrant Officers and Sergeants were at home for the Officers to visit this year. Back Row – Warrant Officer Brian Harmon; Warrant Officer Richard Van Slyke; Sergeant Darlene Willing; Sergeant Brian Hill; Sergeant Mike Meehan; Warrant Officer Leon Jensen. Front Row – Sergeant Yvan Thibert, CD; Master Warrant Officer Bill Amos; Chief Warrant Officer Eric Tyldesley-Gore, CD; Master Warrant Officer Don Friedsam; Warrant Officer Gary Palmatory.
The Warrant Officers and Sergeants were at home for the Officers to visit this year. Back Row – Warrant Officer Brian Harmon; Warrant Officer Richard Van Slyke; Sergeant Darlene Willing; Sergeant Brian Hill; Sergeant Mike Meehan; Warrant Officer Leon Jensen. Front Row – Sergeant Yvan Thibert, CD; Master Warrant Officer Bill Amos; Chief Warrant Officer Eric Tyldesley-Gore, CD; Master Warrant Officer Don Friedsam; Warrant Officer Gary Palmatory.
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The Brigadier DuMoulin Trophy
This trophy is awarded to the most efficient member of the Sergeants’ Mess as determined by the displayed rating system. Sergeant Gary S Palmatary and Sergeant Mike P Meehan were presented the trophy at the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants Mess’ Annual Dinner for their performance during 1976. |
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Annual Dinner 1977
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Obituaries
Lance Bombardier Stanley Howard Consterdine
Passed away suddenly on September 16, 1977, Stanley Howard Consterdine of 1564 W. 60th Ave., Vancouver. Survived by his loving wife, Peggy; 1 brother, Bob of Vancouver; 1 nephew, Fred Dunton of Victoria; 2 nieces, Mrs. D’rene Turner of Ladysmith, Mrs. Beverly Parson of Oshawa, Ontario. Private family service was held, donations to the B.C. Heart Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements through First Memorial Srvices Ltd.
Lance Bombardier Consterdine was a member of 201 Battery, 11th (Reserve) Anti-Aircraft Regiment, RCA; during the Second World War.
Passed away suddenly on September 16, 1977, Stanley Howard Consterdine of 1564 W. 60th Ave., Vancouver. Survived by his loving wife, Peggy; 1 brother, Bob of Vancouver; 1 nephew, Fred Dunton of Victoria; 2 nieces, Mrs. D’rene Turner of Ladysmith, Mrs. Beverly Parson of Oshawa, Ontario. Private family service was held, donations to the B.C. Heart Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements through First Memorial Srvices Ltd.
Lance Bombardier Consterdine was a member of 201 Battery, 11th (Reserve) Anti-Aircraft Regiment, RCA; during the Second World War.
Lieutenant Warren Perkins Davy
Of West Vancouver, in his 84th year, passed away on December 21, 1977. Survived by his daughter and son-in-law, June and Lloyd Goodings of West Vancouver; 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; also by his sister, Mrs. Daniel Robinson of Madoc, Ont. Rev. Paul McKinnon will officiate at a Memorial service Friday, December 30, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver. Private Internment, Capilano View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Heart Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements through Memorial Society of B.C. and First Memorial Services Ltd.
Lieutenant Davy served as a Bombardier with 31 Battery, 8th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery in 1917 and 68th Battery, 16th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery in 1918.
Of West Vancouver, in his 84th year, passed away on December 21, 1977. Survived by his daughter and son-in-law, June and Lloyd Goodings of West Vancouver; 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; also by his sister, Mrs. Daniel Robinson of Madoc, Ont. Rev. Paul McKinnon will officiate at a Memorial service Friday, December 30, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver. Private Internment, Capilano View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Heart Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements through Memorial Society of B.C. and First Memorial Services Ltd.
Lieutenant Davy served as a Bombardier with 31 Battery, 8th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery in 1917 and 68th Battery, 16th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery in 1918.
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Captain Canon William Garbutt
On March 6, 1977, passed away peacefully. Survived by his loving wife, Maud; daughter Loraine, Memphis, Tenn.; son Gordon, Vancouver, 5 grandchildren and an aunt and cousins in England. During his 50 years in the church Canon Garbutt served in Newfoundland, Saskatchewan and British Columbia, he also was a Padre in the Second World War. Funeral service Wednesday, March 9th at 2 PM in Holy Trinity Church, 10th Ave. at Pine St., Rev. A.A.T. Northrup and Venerable Arch Bishop T.D. Somerville officiating. Cremation, Garden Chapel, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to Holy Trinity Church. Arrangements by Simmons & McBride Memorial Funeral Centre. Canon Garbutt was attached to 15th Field Regiment RCA from Western Command Chaplain Unit 19 Jan 1956. |
Sergeant William George Morgan CD
On July 3, 1977 George Morgan C.D. of Vancouver aged 72 years. Survived by his loving wife Doris, 1 son Evan, Vancouver; 2 grandchildren. Served with 15th Field Regiment R.C.A. (Reserve), late member of B.C. Ex-Artillery Sergeant’s Assn. & of Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Unit No. 26. Funeral service under the auspices of Loyal Order of Moose No. 888, Vancouver, Thursday July 7th at 3:30 pm in the Chapel of Chimes Harron Bros. Ltd on 10th Ave, 2 blks W. of Main St. Rev F.A. Ramsey officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be sent to Canadian Cancer Society, 1926 West Broadway.
On July 3, 1977 George Morgan C.D. of Vancouver aged 72 years. Survived by his loving wife Doris, 1 son Evan, Vancouver; 2 grandchildren. Served with 15th Field Regiment R.C.A. (Reserve), late member of B.C. Ex-Artillery Sergeant’s Assn. & of Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Unit No. 26. Funeral service under the auspices of Loyal Order of Moose No. 888, Vancouver, Thursday July 7th at 3:30 pm in the Chapel of Chimes Harron Bros. Ltd on 10th Ave, 2 blks W. of Main St. Rev F.A. Ramsey officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be sent to Canadian Cancer Society, 1926 West Broadway.
Major John Edward Northfield
On July 6, 1977, John Edward Northfield of 6690 Yew St. aged 67 years. Survived by his loving wife, Doreen; 1 son, John, Montreal; 2 grandchildren, Amanda and Howard; 2 sisters, Margot, England, Mary, South Africa; stepmother, Tess, England. Served overseas in the Second World War, affiliated with Reserve 43rd and 15th Field Regiments R.C.A., late member of Royal Canadian Legion, Kerrisdale Branch No 30. Memorial service Friday, Jul 8 at 2:30 PM in St. Faith’s Anglican Church, 57th & Cypress Sts. Rev. Canon F.A. Ramsey officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. Donation may be sent to Canadian Cancer Society, 1926 W. Broadway. Harron Bros. Ltd. In charge of arrangements.
On July 6, 1977, John Edward Northfield of 6690 Yew St. aged 67 years. Survived by his loving wife, Doreen; 1 son, John, Montreal; 2 grandchildren, Amanda and Howard; 2 sisters, Margot, England, Mary, South Africa; stepmother, Tess, England. Served overseas in the Second World War, affiliated with Reserve 43rd and 15th Field Regiments R.C.A., late member of Royal Canadian Legion, Kerrisdale Branch No 30. Memorial service Friday, Jul 8 at 2:30 PM in St. Faith’s Anglican Church, 57th & Cypress Sts. Rev. Canon F.A. Ramsey officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. Donation may be sent to Canadian Cancer Society, 1926 W. Broadway. Harron Bros. Ltd. In charge of arrangements.
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Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Allen Royce ED
(Royal Canadian Artillery, Bank of Montreal, Ontario Securities Commission). At the Wellesley Hospital on Thursday August 4, 1977. Edward A. Royce, beloved husband of Diana; dear father of Michael and Penny; loving grandfather of Jonathan. Dear brother of Edith Dunn, Vancouver. Funeral service in Grace Church On The Hill, Russel Hill Road at Longsdale, Toronto, on Monday, August 8, 1977 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ontario Heart Foundation. Lieutenant-Colonel Royce was taken on strength 15th Field Brigade, RCA in Vancouver 1937, a Second Lieutenant in 58th Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Brigade, RCA, CASF in 1939, and a Major in the 17th Field Regiment, RCA in 1941. He was the Battery Commander 1st Rocket Battery, RCA and appointed Commanding Officer 15 Coast Regiment, RCA after the War. He was later appointed Honorary Colonel 7th Toronto Regiment, RCA 1967. |
Gunner Reginald Williams Seys
On June 3, 1977, Reginald Williams Seys of 1075 Jervis St. in his 93rd year. Survived by his loving wife, Charlotte; 1 sister, Mrs. Florence Heseltine, Vancouver; 2 nieces, Mrs. Viva Large, Vancouver, Mrs. Beth Oppenheimer, Winnipeg; 2 nephews, Charles and John Heseltine, Vancouver. Served in the First World War with the 60th Battery C.F.A. Memorial service Wednesday, June 15th at 2:30 p.m. in St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 1130 Jervis St., Rev. H. J. McSherry officiating. Flowers gratefully declined. Barron Bros. Ltd., funeral directors.
Gunner Seys enroled in the 59th Battery, 15th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery 22 March 1916 and served overseas with the 60th Battery, 14th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery.
On June 3, 1977, Reginald Williams Seys of 1075 Jervis St. in his 93rd year. Survived by his loving wife, Charlotte; 1 sister, Mrs. Florence Heseltine, Vancouver; 2 nieces, Mrs. Viva Large, Vancouver, Mrs. Beth Oppenheimer, Winnipeg; 2 nephews, Charles and John Heseltine, Vancouver. Served in the First World War with the 60th Battery C.F.A. Memorial service Wednesday, June 15th at 2:30 p.m. in St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 1130 Jervis St., Rev. H. J. McSherry officiating. Flowers gratefully declined. Barron Bros. Ltd., funeral directors.
Gunner Seys enroled in the 59th Battery, 15th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery 22 March 1916 and served overseas with the 60th Battery, 14th Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery.
Gunner Charles Gustavus Gray Slater
On June 29, 1977, Charles Slater of 3925 West 33rd Avenue, aged 86 years. Survived by his loving wife Florence; 1 brother John, Vancouver. Served in the First World War, late member of U.C.T. Memorial service Monday, July 4th at 11 a.m. in St. Phillip’s Anglican Church, 3741 West 27th Avenue. Rev. W.R. Stephens officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. Harron Bros. Ltd. In charge of arrangements.
Gunner Slater enrolled in the 68th Overseas Depot Battery on 21 February 1916.
On June 29, 1977, Charles Slater of 3925 West 33rd Avenue, aged 86 years. Survived by his loving wife Florence; 1 brother John, Vancouver. Served in the First World War, late member of U.C.T. Memorial service Monday, July 4th at 11 a.m. in St. Phillip’s Anglican Church, 3741 West 27th Avenue. Rev. W.R. Stephens officiating. Cremation. Flowers gratefully declined. Harron Bros. Ltd. In charge of arrangements.
Gunner Slater enrolled in the 68th Overseas Depot Battery on 21 February 1916.
Sergeant Vince Upton
On April 9, 1977, Vincer Upton, 6870 Vivian Street, in his 67th year. Survived by his loving wife, Elsi; mother, Mrs Maude Upton; son, David; daughter, Dianne; 4 brothers, Alec, Allan, Cliff and Clive; 1 sister, Mrs. Olive Penault; also 5 grandchildren. Mr. Upton served in the 85th Battery R.C.A. and was a member of the B. of R.T. He was an honorary member of the Board of Directors and past-president of the Van-Fed Credit Union. Service of Remembrance Thursday, April 14th at 11 a.m. in the Dogwood Chapel of HAMILTON MORTUARY, 5390 Fraser Street (at 38th Ave) Rev. Dennis Morgan officiating. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society appreciated in lieu of flowers.
On April 9, 1977, Vincer Upton, 6870 Vivian Street, in his 67th year. Survived by his loving wife, Elsi; mother, Mrs Maude Upton; son, David; daughter, Dianne; 4 brothers, Alec, Allan, Cliff and Clive; 1 sister, Mrs. Olive Penault; also 5 grandchildren. Mr. Upton served in the 85th Battery R.C.A. and was a member of the B. of R.T. He was an honorary member of the Board of Directors and past-president of the Van-Fed Credit Union. Service of Remembrance Thursday, April 14th at 11 a.m. in the Dogwood Chapel of HAMILTON MORTUARY, 5390 Fraser Street (at 38th Ave) Rev. Dennis Morgan officiating. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society appreciated in lieu of flowers.
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The following pages contain additional information relating to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Honours and Awards
Trophies
Commanding Officers and Regimental Sergeants Major
Honoraries
Battery Commanders and Battery Sergeants Major
Band Appointments
Nominal Roll
Guns of the Regiment
Memorial Page
The following pages contain additional information relating to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Honours and Awards
Trophies
Commanding Officers and Regimental Sergeants Major
Honoraries
Battery Commanders and Battery Sergeants Major
Band Appointments
Nominal Roll
Guns of the Regiment
Memorial Page