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HMCS MONTREAL comes alongside United States Naval Ship (USNS) TIPPECANOE in order to conduct a liquid Replenishment at Sea (RAS) while participating in Exercise TALISMAN SABRE as part of Operation PROJECTION on 25 July 2023. Photo by: Cpl Connor Bennett, Canadian Armed Forces
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Dear Visitor, Welcome to the September 2023 issue of our monthly e-newsletter - Dispatches. In this Issue: |
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Rocky Mountain Conference on Security and Defence (RMCSD)
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The Story the Kremlin tried to cover up forever and the White House fears to reveal |
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LIVE EVENT ONLY - Given the confidential nature of its content this event will not be live-streamed, recorded, or available in any digital format. |
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Canadian television journalist and author Arthur Kent delves into the continuing investigation of the Murder In Room 117: Solving the Cold Case That Led to America's Longest War — the 1979 assassination of U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Adolph Dubs, considered to be the ignition point in America's longest war. Get a sneak peek into the official reopening of the cold case, as even now, the case is before the federal court in Washington, D.C. to recover the original records in the case. Solving the Cold War's
Most Mysterious Cold Case
Arthur Kent, Canadian television journalist/author
Tuesday, 19 September 2023
1900hrs (Mountain)
The Military Museums, Calgary, AB All are welcome. Invite a guest. Registration required. |
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SPECIAL OFFER
Register by 8 September, 2023
for a Chance to Win! Get your hands on a gripping tale before the author's exclusive talk! As a token of our appreciation for your early commitment, members who register for the event by 8 September, 2023 will automatically be entered into a draw to win one of two copies of Arthur Kent's riveting book. This is your chance to own a copy of Murder In Room 117 and experience the compelling narrative for yourself.
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| A limited number of books are also available for purchase through RAUSI. After payment is received, your book can be picked up from Owl's Nest Bookstore in Brittania Plaza (SW Calgary), or at the event on 19 September, 2023. | |
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Honouring Fallen UN Peacekeepers
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On Sunday, 13 August, 2023, a RAUSI delegation attended the UN Peacekeepers Day Ceremony in Calgary, AB. Several RAUSI member were also in attendance to honour the Fallen UN Peacekeepers. Since 29 June, 1948 (UNTSO – Palestine) Canada has provided Peacekeeping military personnel, Army, Navy and Air Force, for service around the world in an effort to support the United Nations in its efforts to help bring peace to troubled lands. The Canadian Association of Veterans in United Nations Peacekeeping (CAVUNP) was established in 1986 to honour fallen Peacekeepers and to support the families of those who willingly suffered the supreme sacrifice. | |
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IN THE NEWS
Vladimir Putin’s suspected elimination of Yevgeny Prigozhin: The hunter to become the hunted?
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Aurel Braun, Professor, International Relations and Political Science, University of Toronto
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner Group, is presumed dead. Russia’s Air Transport Agency has said he was on the passenger manifest of 10 people on board a private jet that came down in a fiery crash close to Moscow, killing everyone on board, while a Telegram channel associated with Wagner confirmed his passing. Plane crashes do happen, but in Russia, any unexpected events with political links are viewed with great suspicion. An incident of this magnitude will invariably cast suspicion on the Kremlin.
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IN THE NEWS
How Can NATO Overcome Russia’s Black Sea Blockade?
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Dr Sidharth Kaushal, Research Fellow, Sea Power Military Sciences, RUSI
In a recent article, Admiral James G Stavridis, the former NATO SACEUR, suggested that a NATO-led convoying system in the Black Sea could go some distance towards alleviating the costs of Russia’s de facto blockade of Ukraine following President Vladimir Putin’s withdrawal from the grain deal. While Stavridis makes a number of important points, a convoying system would be an impractical solution to the challenges posed by a blockade, one which would incur significant risks for uncertain gains. Instead, an approach to meeting the challenge of the blockade should be built on two pillars: circumvention in the short term, and a wider effort aimed at coercing Russia back into a settlement in the medium term. |
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You're cordially invited to join Ship's Company of HMCS Tecumseh as we commemorate this historic milestone, 100 years in the making! This will be an unforgettable evening as we cap off a year of celebrating our 100th Anniversary with a Centennial Gala Ball held at the beautiful Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire. Enjoy dinner, dancing and nostalgia as we commemorate the achievements of the past century and embark on the thrilling journey of the next 100 years. Where: Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire (address)
When: Saturday, 14 October 2023
Tickets: $125 - $193.18
> More information or to purchase tickets |
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Sydney Frost Commemorative Battlefield Tour, 16 - 31 May 2024
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Retrace the valiant steps of the 1st Canadian Infantry Division, focusing on the remarkable Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI), as they fought for Italy's liberation during WWII. On this profound Sydney Frost Commemorative Battlefield Tour, you'll journey from Rome to Venice, visiting pivotal battlegrounds like Sicily's landing beaches and the daunting Hitler Line. Pay tribute to the brave "D-Day Dodgers" and gain insights from esteemed Military Historians like Doug Delany, Ian Hope, and Karen Storwick. |
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Your support is important as we evolve ways of presenting relevant content to members, and opportunities to connect. Show your support and join or renew today! Memberships run 1 January - 31 December each year. In accordance with the Institute’s Bylaws, renewal payments must be received by 31 January of the membership year for accounts to remain in good standing.
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Membership is now $10.00/year for full membership benefits. | |
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Look for the next RAUSI Dispatches in your mailbox Monday, 2 October 2023. All members are welcome to contribute newsworthy matters to future monthly issues of Dispatches by e-mailing us at admin@rausi.ca. The content submission deadline is Monday, 25 September 2023. Questions or submissions? Write to admin@rausi.ca. We are excited to keep you informed about RAUSI and our upcoming events and news. If you ever find that this e-newsletter is not for you, simply click on the link at the bottom of this newsletter to unsubscribe. |
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