Canadian Armed Forces Collection

Returning from Snow-Shoe Drill; The Regiment of Canadian Artillery passing through the... Quebec. Creator: Unknown
Returning from Snow-Shoe Drill; The Regiment of Canadian Artillery passing through the St.Louis Gate, Quebec

The 6th Regiment of Cavalry (Hussars, Canada), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 6th Regiment of Cavalry (Hussars, Canada), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

Halifax Garrison Artillery, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
Halifax Garrison Artillery, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 2nd Queens Own Rifles (Canada), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 2nd Queens Own Rifles (Canada), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

Airbus CC-150 Polaris tanker aircraft of the Royal Canadian Air Force at Trapani Airbase, Sicily, during Operation Unified Protector

AIM-9L Sidewinder missile and GBU-12 Laser-Guided Bomb loaded on a CF-18 Hornet
AIM-9L Sidewinder missile and GBU-12 Laser-Guided Bomb loaded on a Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 Hornet on the airbase at Trapani, Sicily, during Operation Unified Protector

Royal Canadian Air Force CT-114 Tutor aircraft of the Snowbirds display team
Four Royal Canadian Air Force Tutor trainer aircraft of the Snowbirds display team cross at Waukegan, Illinois

A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 Hornet
A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 (F/A-18A) Hornet turns on to final approach at Naval Air Station El Centro, California

A Canadian Air Force CC-150 Polaris MRTT

GBU-12 Laser Guided Bombs of the Royal Canadian Air Force ready to be loaded on CF-18 Hornet during Operation Unified Protector

A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 preparing for takeoff
A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 (F/A-18A) Hornet preparing for takeoff from Mihail Kogalniceanu, Romania, during the bilateral exercise Resilient Resolve 2016

Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130 Super Hercules taxiing at Natal Air Force Base, Brazil, during Exercise Cruzex

The Canadian patrol frigate HMCS Halifax
January 18, 2010 - The Canadian patrol frigate HMCS Halifax (FFH 330) transits the Caribbean Sea

A Canadian CF-188 Hornet taking off from Naval Air Facility El Centro, California

The Canadian frigate HMCS Regina
Pacific Ocean, January 11, 2013 - The Canadian frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334) sails into position for a passing exercise

A CF-188A Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force
April 8, 2011 - A CF-188A Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force carrying laser guided bombs and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles while bound for Libya during Operation Unified Protector

A CF-188 Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force
A CF-188 (F/A-18A) Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force turns after taking off from Naval Air Station El Centro, California

A CF-188 Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force in 70th anniversary markings
A CF-188 (F/A-18A) Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force in Battle of Britain 70th anniversary markings, flies by over Chino, California

A Canadian Air Force F / A-18 Hornet armed with weapons
A Canadian Air Force F/A-18 Hornet armed with weapons sits at Trapani Air Base, Sicily, awaiting its next mission over Libya

USS Stockdale and the Canadian frigate HMCS Regina
South China Sea, February 11, 2013 - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) and the Canadian frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334)

Paratroopers wait to board a UH-60 Black Hawk for a jump exercise
June 22, 2014 - A 173rd Airborne Paratrooper, left, waits with a Canadian Paratrooper to board the UH-60 Black Hawk for a jump exercise, as a part of persistent presence, at Adazi Training Area

CH-146 Griffon helicopter of the Canadian Air Force during winching operations in Kiel, Germany

Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate HMCS Calgary
June 24, 2010 - Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate HMCS Calgary (FFH 335) pulls into Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, to support the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010 exercises

CH-146 Griffon of the Canadian Forces during a joint search and rescue exercise with the German Navy, Kiel, Germany

Close-up of the AN / aQ-33 Sniper targeting pod
Close-up of the AN/aQ-33 Sniper targeting pod on a CF-18 Hornet of the Royal Canadian Air Force at Trapani Airbase, Sicily, during Operation Unified Protector

Close-up of a GBU-12 smart bomb on a Canadian CF-18 Hornet at Trapani Airbase, Sicily, during Operation Unified Protector

GBU-12 Laser Guided Bombs loaded on a Canadian CF-18 Hornet
GBU-12 Laser Guided Bombs of the Royal Canadian Air Force loaded on a CF-18 Hornet during Operation Unified Protector

The Snowbirds 431 Air Demonstration Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Force
The Snowbirds 432 Air Demonstration Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Force perform aerobatics during the Wings Over Houston 2007 airshow

A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 Hornet preparing for takeoff
A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 (F/A-18A) Hornet preparing for takeoff from Mihail Kogalniceanu, Romania, during the bilateral exercise Resilient Resolve 2016

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The Canadian Armed Forces have a rich history and continue to showcase their strength and dedication through various drills and displays. In this captivating collection of images, we catch a glimpse of their remarkable journey. Returning from Snow-Shoe Drill, the soldiers trudge through the snowy terrain with unwavering determination. Their resilience is commendable as they train tirelessly to protect our great nation. The Regiment of Canadian Artillery passes through Quebec, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape. With precision and expertise, these brave individuals demonstrate their mastery over artillery warfare. In 1890, the 6th Regiment of Cavalry (Hussars) stands tall in their resplendent uniforms. Their noble presence exudes confidence as they uphold tradition and honor. The Halifax Garrison Artillery showcases its might in another timeless photograph captured by Godfrey Douglas Giles. These defenders of our shores stand ready to defend against any threat that may arise. The 2nd Queens Own Rifles exemplify discipline and unity as they march forward with purpose. Each step taken symbolizes their commitment to safeguarding our freedoms. Shifting gears from land to air, Craig R. Bomben becomes a pilot in NASA's Dryden Flight Research Center. His achievement serves as an inspiration for aspiring aviators across Canada. Royal Canadian Air Force CT-114 Tutor aircraft soar gracefully through the sky during breathtaking aerial displays performed by the Snowbirds display team. Their synchronized maneuvers leave spectators awestruck at airshows nationwide. Awe-inspiring power takes flight with a Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 Hornet roaring across the horizon. This formidable fighter jet represents Canada's unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security globally. The Canadian Air Force CC-150 Polaris MRTT stands tall as it prepares for missions that span continents. Its versatility ensures vital supplies reach those who need them most during times of crisis or conflict. Once again, we witness the mesmerizing Snowbirds 431 Air Demonstration Squadron in action.