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There are some militarists who say: We are not interested in politics but only in the profession of arms. It is vital that these simple-minded militarists be made to realize the relationship that exists between politics and military affairs. Military action is a method used to attain a political goal. While military affairs and political affairs are not identical, it is impossible to isolate one from the other.

- Mao Tse-Tung

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Today in Military History

July 1



1867:

The Provinces of Canada united under British North America Act


1901:

Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians): Preservance


1903:

The Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps is authorized


1903:

The regular component of the Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers is authorized: Ubique (Everywhere)


1916:

BEAUMONT HAMEL


1916:

SOMME, 1916, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 18 Nov 16)




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