A flag lowering ceremony marking the end of Canada’s military mission in Afghanistan was held earlier today at ISAF headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan. After more than 12 years, the largest deployment of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel since the Second World War has drawn to a close.
The Hon. Rob Nicholson, Minister of National Defence.
“Today, after more than 12 years and the deployment of over 40,000 Canadian Armed Forces members, our mission in Afghanistan has come to a close. This mission has had a profound impact on the generation of soldiers, sailors, airmen and women who contributed to it, and to their families who supported them throughout. Together with all Canadians, we will commemorate our fallen and we will care for our ill and injured. As our flag comes down today, we look back on our mission with pride, knowing that through our efforts we have helped Afghans to gain the hope of a brighter and more secure future."
General Tom Lawson, Chief of the Defence Staff.
Lieutenant General Stuart Beare, Commander Canadian Joint Operations Command
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