Statement from the Minister of National Defence on the First Place Finish by the Royal Military College of Canada at the Sandhurst Competition in West Point, NY

“It is my honour to congratulate the Royal Military College of Canada military skills team for their first place finish at the Sandhurst Military Skills Competition at the United States Military Academy in West Point. Over two days of grueling competition, the RMCC team covered nearly 60 km and completed many simulated operational combat challenges. Success at Sandhurst demands a high level of perseverance, tactical skills, and leadership, and RMCC’s team delivered.

“The Sandhurst Competition is attended by military academies from 12 different countries, contributing over 60 individual teams. This competition demonstrates the leadership, resilience, and teamwork that the profession of arms demands. RMCC’s achievement is significant and is a testament to the commitment and skill of everyone involved.  We are proud that they represented the Canadian Armed Forces and Canada with such distinction.

“Bravo Zulu RMCC military skills team!”