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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old

For a strong adversary (corps) the opposition of twenty-four squadrons and twelve guns ought not to have appeared very serious, but in war the psychological factors are often decisive. An adversary who feels inferior is in reality so.

- Field Marshal Carl Gustav Baron Von Mannerheim, 1953

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Today in Military History

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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