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Ryan Palmer

@COCalgHighrs

Lieutenant-Colonel Ryan Palmer

 Calgary, Alberta
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Joined January 2016
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It's our birthday this week! To celebrate we'll be sharing a fav from the archives every day. First up is this great piece from GC founder @clareoneill on owning your own professional development. This is really why we exist! #challengetheaccepted #bday groundedcuriosity.com/owning…

Owning Your Professional Military Development – Junior Leaders - Grounded Curiosity

Doctrine Man recently penned the well-known military adage that “no one can manage your career better than yourself”. Deployments, top jobs and plum geographic postings won’t be handed to you on a...

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With a combined force of over 15 000 how can we maximise engagement, training efficacy and future readiness amongst those serving in the Part Time Army? As Brody Hannan writes - just ask. groundedcuriosity.com/?p=931…
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The idea of a tripwire force to deter an attack figures prominently in NATO's plan to protect the Baltics, and in some proposed plans to protect Taiwan warontherocks.com/2021/06/de…
Death Without Deterrence, or Why Tripwire Forces Are Not Enough

Death Without Deterrence, or Why Tripwire Forces Are Not Enough

Many people think that U.S. troops deployed abroad have only one function: to die in the event of war. Before conflict breaks out, troops are often

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Two hundred and fifteen pairs of shoes have been placed at the Oodena Circle @TheForks in #Winnipeg as a powerful tribute to the 215 children who didn’t make it home from the #KamloopsIndianResidentialSchool. Here is a look at the display:
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Wavell Room@wavellroom8 May 2021
The regimental system might need reform - but massive changes should be avoided. Do you agree? wavellroom.com/2018/08/16/th…

The British Regimental System: essential or outdated?

The British Army and the Regimental System are synonimous. But is the Army getting all it can out of this system, or should it adapt to something new?

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What is the @CanadianArmy Modernization strategy? Why do we need one? For answers to these questions, and to learn more about this vital plan for our future, check back Friday @ 11h00.
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On 9 April 1917, Canadian soldiers captured most of Vimy Ridge in one day during the First World War. It became a key moment in our history and a symbol of Canadian success and sacrifice. Learn more: ow.ly/dP6050EiKSQ #CanadaRemembers
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Lieutenant-General Sir Arthur Currie was instrumental in planning for the Battle of Vimy Ridge, thoroughly preparing his troops. Today’s Canadian Army continues to follow his example, learning from the past while adapting and planning for the future. #UBIQUE150 #StrongProudReady
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#CanadaRemembers #Vimy #Arras1917 #Vancouver
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6 SCOTS@6SCOTS8 Apr 2021
#Throwbackthursday - August 2017, soldiers from #6SCOTS took part in the Walcheren Challenge. The first leg of the cycle took part in the Dumfries area, starting at our Bravo Company detachment. @The_Black_Rats @The_SCOTS #kiltstocombats #weareinfantry
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I would like to thank Col Arsenault for his dynamic and inspiring leadership at the head of 5 CMBG. A warm welcome to Col Harvey, the 1st woman to command the Brigade.
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Wavell Room@wavellroom27 Mar 2021
Is artillery really the Queen of the battlefield? What do the numbers show? wavellroom.com/2020/08/18/th…

The psychology of artillery effectiveness

Studying the shock effect of artillery is difficult. Our author reveals that its not the size of the fire support , but how you synchronise it.

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Recent screenshot is a not so subtle reminder 2 those ashore that the global economy floats... interruptions at key "choke-points" are felt quickly around the world. @RoyalCanNavy @RoyalNavy @USNavy @Australian_Navy #Evergreenship @PaulMaddison7 @RayGriggs_ @Comd_RCN @COMD_MARPAC
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Are you a current or former CAF member, or current or former DND/SNPF, CF employee who experienced sexual misconduct in a military workplace? You may be eligible for financial compensation and to participate in a Restorative Engagement program.
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Letter from the Acting Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant-General Eyre, 24 March, 2021. 1/2
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This is very good. Not only for junior commanders (says Captain Obvious - sorry).
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Newly commissioned Lt? Why should your OC trust you? “These simple rules do not guarantee a platoon commander will be trusted. However, they are the result of deep analysis into the views of some successful and experienced former company commanders” thearmyleader.co.uk/trust-pl…
Why Should I Trust the New Lt? How to Be Trusted by Your Commander.

Why Should I Trust the New Lt? How to Be Trusted by Your Commander.

Why are platoon and troop commanders trusted by their chain of command? Here are 10 research-proven ways for new platoon commanders to build up trust.

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Our @CanadianForces members have arrived in 📍Pauingassi First Nation in Manitoba to help community members with #COVID19 response efforts.
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The tactical mobility platforms (TMP), capable of transporting enough eqpt, wpns, ammo & water, to sustain soldiers for 48-72 hrs. “They will be operated by a driver, with space on the top for a gunner who will be able to operate the section’s heavy wpns, up to TOW or AGLS”
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When @CanadianArmy Light Forces next deploy into a conflict zone, it could be on a fleet of four-wheeled, lightweight, off-road vehicles. PSPC today issued an RFI for the #LightForcesEnhancement project. Here is what the Army is looking for. canadianarmytoday.com/tactic…
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