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

Among the men who fought on Iwo Jima, uncommon valor was a common virtue.

- Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz (March 16, 1945)

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Military Word Of The Day

723 Comm Sqn

723 (Halifax) Communication Squadron

Today in Military History

August 7

1858:

Ottawa selected as the capital of Canada

1914:

Le Regiment de Hull: On Ne Passe Pas

1944:

FALAISE, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 22 Aug 44)

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