MESSAGE FROM THE COLONEL COMMANDANT
As we approach the end of another year in the long history of our Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery I welcome this opportunity to address a few words to all of you “who serve the guns”.
The many adjustments in the configuration of both the Militia and Regular components of our regiment which have been dictated by the current Forces structure have been carried out during the year with dignity and despatch. While it is natural that we regret the loss of a number of units in both components, we must now look to the future and fulfill with spirit and skill our continuing duties in the defence requirements of our country. The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery has always been in the forefront in playing its essential part and will continue to do so.
Of the many events which have taken place within our Regiment in recent months two call for special note. The first took place in Vancouver when the 15th Field Artillery Regiment celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Vancouver Gunners. The second was the formation of the Peterborough Artillery Association to keep alive the spirit of the disbanded 50th Field Artillery Regiment so that it will be ready to foster an active regiment whenever the call may come. The Regiment extends its best wishes to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment as it embarks on its next half century, and to the Peterborough Artillery Association in its determination to continue the role of good Gunners and citizens.
Turning to 1971, an event of major significance in the fortune of Canada requires to be acknowledged when on October 20th the 100th anniversary of the birth of the first of Canada’s Regular Armed Forces will occur. On that date in 1871 “A” Battery and “B” Battery of Garrison Artillery and Schools of Gunnery came into being in Kingston and Quebec City with a total authorized strength of 10 officers and 285 other ranks. Our Regiment, and perhaps others, will recognize this historic event.
Finally, a word of appreciation is due from the Regiment to the Editors and staff of The Canadian Gunner and to all who contribute to its content. The Canadian Gunner is an outstanding contribution to the well being of our Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery. We must ensure it will continue to flourish.
The Canadian Gunner 1970, Volume 6, December 1970
The many adjustments in the configuration of both the Militia and Regular components of our regiment which have been dictated by the current Forces structure have been carried out during the year with dignity and despatch. While it is natural that we regret the loss of a number of units in both components, we must now look to the future and fulfill with spirit and skill our continuing duties in the defence requirements of our country. The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery has always been in the forefront in playing its essential part and will continue to do so.
Of the many events which have taken place within our Regiment in recent months two call for special note. The first took place in Vancouver when the 15th Field Artillery Regiment celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Vancouver Gunners. The second was the formation of the Peterborough Artillery Association to keep alive the spirit of the disbanded 50th Field Artillery Regiment so that it will be ready to foster an active regiment whenever the call may come. The Regiment extends its best wishes to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment as it embarks on its next half century, and to the Peterborough Artillery Association in its determination to continue the role of good Gunners and citizens.
Turning to 1971, an event of major significance in the fortune of Canada requires to be acknowledged when on October 20th the 100th anniversary of the birth of the first of Canada’s Regular Armed Forces will occur. On that date in 1871 “A” Battery and “B” Battery of Garrison Artillery and Schools of Gunnery came into being in Kingston and Quebec City with a total authorized strength of 10 officers and 285 other ranks. Our Regiment, and perhaps others, will recognize this historic event.
Finally, a word of appreciation is due from the Regiment to the Editors and staff of The Canadian Gunner and to all who contribute to its content. The Canadian Gunner is an outstanding contribution to the well being of our Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery. We must ensure it will continue to flourish.
The Canadian Gunner 1970, Volume 6, December 1970