We salute you on having reached this milestone moment along your journey from being Officer Cadets to becoming Alumni and future leaders in a world that is sorely in need of your help.
A bit about us: We were born and grew up during The Great Depression. Many of us had family members who served overseas during WWII. Some of our Seniors who had excelled on the sports fields of RR and RMC went on to be decorated for gallantry on the battlefields of Korea. We entered the Colleges in 1950, the third Class to do so in the post-war era. Yes, we are somewhat older now at 92+, but we have never subscribed to that often quoted refrain “Old soldiers never die, they just fade away”. At least 14 of us are carrying on and keeping in touch.
As Alumni, we were enormously proud of the achievements of our Classmates in the Canadian Armed Forces in Canada and abroad, in Business and Industry, in Academia, in Athletics, in Public Service and in Community Service roles. Our unique Canadian Military Colleges experience included a huge level of respect for the great many Alumni who have contributed so significantly to Canada , the world, and even as astronauts.
As you take on the role and the responsibility of being an Alumni, be proud. It is an honour like no other. Every Alumni is forever an Alumni and never a “former” Alumni. Welcome aboard and very best wishes to you all as you now go forward on your journey into the future.
TDV … We are Canadian … !
Submitted on behalf of the Class of RR 1952 / RMC 1954
3201 Austen Cambon
Class Secretary
Amazing!
Thank you, Austen.
This message from the Class of 52/54 is truly inspiring.
TDV