Canadian Armed Forces

This video shows the service and contributions of many women who have served our country, dating back to the First World War to today.

Ms. Fuchs speaks about the idea of being a woman in the military and how over time she became easily accepted in the position of driver.

Mr. Snell explains the process he went through in becoming part of the crew on the HMCS Athabaskan and the work required in a short period of time before embarkment.

Realizing the burning oil fires were close, Mr. Mellor describes the sights from on board the ship with the smell and foggy surroundings.

Contrary to some media reports, everyone worked as a team and was focused on the duties at hand.

Mr. Bathurst recalls embarking from the port of Halifax and remembers the emotions felt by the sailors in seeing the support of all the people as they bid farewell.

Mr.Ethell talks about being in the Middle East at the start of the Persian Gulf War.

Women have been serving in Canada’s military for over a century and today, they play a pivotal role in defending Canada’s safety and security. The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) was one of the first military forces to allow women to serve in all occupations. This video highlights the evolution of the role of women over the years.

This video offers an overview of the air operations of the Canadian Armed Forces during the Gulf War in January 1991.