April 24, 2015
OTTAWA — Approximately 120 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel deployed today to replace personnel currently serving overseas as part of Op IMPACT, the CAF’s contribution to the Middle East Stabilization Force.
The departure of personnel drawn from bases across the country is part of an ongoing rotation of troops that supports Canada’s continuing operations while allowing deployed troops to return home.
Photos of the arrivals will be posted to: www.combatcamera.forces.gc.ca/site/default.asp
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Lauren Armstrong
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