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Gen. Rick Hillier says Canada faces ‘death by a thousand cuts’
Apr 15, 2024
Gen. Rick Hillier, former Canadian General, speaks on the lack of the Canadian Victoria Cross award and the state of Canada's military. He discusses Canada's declining world stature, the broken army, and leaders dividing the nation. Hillier aims to change the narrative with the 'Heroes Among Us' project.
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- Canada's lack of recognition for military valor needs to change with the Heroes Among Us project.
- General Rick Hillier emphasizes the importance of unity and strong leadership for Canada's armed forces.
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History of the Victoria Cross
The Victoria Cross is a highly esteemed military valor medal, with just over 1,300 recipients in its history. While Americans have the Purple Heart and the Medal of Honor, the Victoria Cross holds a unique significance. Despite the creation of the Canadian version of the Victoria Cross in 1993, no Canadians have received it, sparking a discussion on the need for recognition in military history.
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