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IN THIS ISSUE 26:

• Week in Review (20 – 24 June)

• CoC at CDA & Major-General Daniel Gosselin Retires…

• College Chief Warrant Officer and Both Padres…On the Move

• Summer on the Peninsula – Transition Well Underway

• Ex-Cadets in the News

• La Chasse-Galerie & 9143 Bruce McAlpine

• Where are they now?

• Careers | Carrières & Please Take Out a Club Membership

• SONDAGE DES ANCIENS DU CMR SAINT-JEAN: IMPORTANT / CMR SAINT-JEAN EX-CADETS SURVEY: IMPORTANT

• Ottawa Golf / Reunion Weekend / Edmonton Leadership Dinner & Much more…

• RMC Club Vancouver Branch – Update from Konrad Mech

• DART honoured with new medal for Op HESTIA

• TKD Team Twice & Serena Palmer – In the News

• Photos from 1958 & 1959

Commandant Keeping Up the Two Year Pace

We tried to keep track of the commandant, Commodore Bill Truelove over the past days, as he moves into the last few weeks of his two year tour at the college. He is due to depart in about three weeks.

Following are some his highlights from the The Week That Was…

Tuesday – On Tuesday, the RMCC BOG convened in the Senate Chamber. Chaired by BGen(Ret’d) Don MacNamara and Vice Chair, Comd CDA, MGen Gosselin, the board conducted a full day of business during which it received updates from the VChair, Commandant and Principal. Also in attendance were MGen Forgues, new Comd CDA/VChair of the BOG and BGen Tremblay, Cmdt RMCC designate.

More info on the Board of Governors

Members of the BoG

Photo: Brad Lowe

Wed/Thurs – On Wednesday and Thursday, members of the College leadership team participated in the departure activities for Comd CDA, MGen Gosselin. On Wed, family, friends and colleagues gathered in the Cadet Mess for the Depart With Dignity ceremony for MGen Gosselin. The large crowd also included the CDS, CMP and a number of retired and current serving CF members. It was clear from both the great attendance and moving tributes, that MGen Gosselin has had an outstanding career during which he has made had a significant impact on the CF and its members.

Photo: Brad Lowe

On Thurs, the formal Change of Command parade for Comd CDA occurred at the Thompson Drill hall. Again, a large crowd attended this important ceremony. The Guard of Honour was comprised of Cadets from RMCC along with various other members from across the Formation. MWO Skinner, College DSM, did an outsanding job as the Guard Sergeant Major.

MGen Forgues (Photo above), is the new Comd CDA

On behalf of the College, we want to thank MGen and Mrs Gosselin for their incredible support to RMCC and wish them both all the best in retirement.

On Thursday the College bid farewell to CWO Slack and his wife, Debbie in a CCWO Change of Appointment ceremony in Currie Hall. Presided over by the Commandant with representation from across the Formation; CWO Slack ‘passed the cane’ to CPO1 Elizabeth Lindsay. On behalf of all the readers, I would like to extend a warm welcome to CPO1 Lindsay (photo left) and thank CWO Slack and Debbie for their incredible contributions to the College over the past year. We also wish him a safe deployment and look forward to seeing him back soon.

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On Friday, the Commandant and many members of Senate attended the end of year ceremonies at the Canadian Forces College. This is a unique event which recognizes the accomplishments of the many students attending the various courses at CFC while also incorporating the Convocation of graduates from the RMCC programs. Unfortunately, the Chancellor, the MND, Hon Peter MacKay, could not be present so the Convocation was presided over by the Vice Chancellor; RMCC Commandant. During the ceremony, the 91st RMCC Convocation, the Vice Chancellor was priviledged to confer an Honourary ‘Doctor of Laws’ to The Honourable Michael Wilson Canadian Ambassador to the United States of America.(Photo left)

Congratulations and well done to the many graduates.

There was a Change of Command ceremony at CFB Kinston last Thursday 23 June.

Major General Pierre Fourges assumed control of the Canadian Defence Academy (CDA) from Major General Daniel Gosselin.

The Academy is relatively new to the Canadian Forces and came into being in the 1990s.

MAJ. GEN. DANIEL GOSSELIN

“I THINK ONE OF THE CENTRAL ELEMENTS OF THE ACADEMY IS YOU HAVE A GROUP OF PEOPLE THAT ARE THINKING ABOUT EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONALIZATION WHILE BEFORE SOME OF THOSE ASPECTS HAD BEEN MARGINALIZED.”

MAJ. GEN. PIERRE FORGUES

“MANY NATIONS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD THAT LIKE TO COME AND SEE WHAT WE DO AND WOULD LIKE TO LEARN FROM IT. SO THAT’S A GREAT TESTAMENT I THINK TO THE WORK GENERAL GOSSELIN HAS DONE SO I SEE MY PRIMARY JOB IS TO KEEP THAT MOMENTUM GOING.”

Major General Forgues is now the IV Commander of CDA.

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Fitting Tribute to a Fine Officer and a Fine Athlete

MGen Daniel Gosselin was honoured with a Departure with Dignity Ceremony last Wednesday  (22 June) at the RMCC Cadet Mess in Yeo Hall.

Family including -  his Dad, wife and three children; many senior CF serving officers including the CDS General Walter Natynczyk, former RMCC commandant just recently promoted to LGen, Tom Lawson, and numerous other colleagues from near and far were treated to a first class event and enjoyable afternoon.

The Master of Ceremonies was M50 Colonel Tony Battista.

The DDC program included an impressive a number of presentations; Slide Show; numerous colourful speeches; reading of messages from all over the Globe high-lighting the career of this highly respected professional Military Engineer.

In the first dozen years or so of his military career, Daniel was  likely better known as the top Broomball player in the Canadian Forces. His teams both as a player and a coach – won numerous national championships in that sport. He was one of those rare broomball players that even the most casual fan would make special arrangements just to see him play.

To this day he is a very fit looking individual who was often seen working out in the gym.

Photos: Brad Lowe – Base Kingston Photo.

Change of CCWO at RMCC

photos by: 25385 Alex Zaporzan

From one mentoring role to another

A/SLt 24498 Noelani Shore

Though Chief Warrant Officer Tony Slack was only posted to the Royal Military College as the College Chief for one year, it is a position he will miss. He spent the last two years at the College, and the combined experience as a student and a leader made it a career highlight.

“Watching the progress of the fellow students I attended classes with throughout this last year has been very rewarding. Many of them have graduated and moved on, but I was able to monitor their progress and help them as much as I could by giving advice,” he said.

On June 23, CWO Slack participated in the change of appointment ceremony, and handed over command to Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Elizabeth Lindsay. He was chosen to deploy to Afghanistan for one year as the Regimental Sergeant Major of the Consolidated Fielding Centre. This deployment came as somewhat of a surprise, as CWO Slack has only been at the College for one year, and the decision was also made fairly recently. He received confirmation that he would be going to Afghanistan in late May, so he has been focused on the work-up training ever since.

“The Fielding Centre is the culmination of the Afghan Army training. Once their battalions have completed their individual training, they’ll come to us, where they will be embedded with the NATO mentoring teams. We will give them some additional training, some live-fire training on the ranges, and we’ll equip them with their weapons and vehicles. Once we assess them, we’ll allow them to deploy to their Area of Responsibility,” he explained. “We’re past the turning point in Afghanistan; we really need to build the institutions they have, and start what is called ‘capacity building’ of the country. So those skill sets, although they start low, are something that I’m going to be actively involved in. I hope to make a difference with the Afghan battalions that are leaving our care, and also to have some influence on the soldiers and the officers that will be within our command.”

This posting poses some unique challenges, as there will be NATO troops from many different countries working within the Centre. There will be American, British, Australian, and Italian soldiers there, so CWO Slack anticipates some challenges working with all those nations at one time. In any deployment, it takes time to build a relationship with the people who are there, and the different backgrounds and levels of training will demand extra patience from everyone involved.

“I’ll be replacing an Australian CWO, and one of the reasons I’m going over early is so that he’ll be able to give me a five or six day handover. I should be well-versed by the time he leaves.”

CWO Slack’s appointment at RMC will help him in his upcoming role, as he will switch from mentoring officer cadets to mentoring members of the Afghan National Army. Both groups are learning to become new leaders in an armed force.

“Young people have their own culture, so in the case of mentoring the OCdts, you have to figure out what that is, and what’s important in order to leverage that. It’s the same thing with other cultures. The Afghan culture is completely different from what we’re used to in Canada, so I have to understand what’s important to them, where they want to go, and what their goals are, so I can help them achieve their goals, instead of forcing ours on them.”

In his role as the College Chief, CWO Slack noticed some distinct differences between college life and the traditional role of a Chief within a unit. Because RMC is a much bigger place, there are more moving pieces to keep track of. With the academic wing, military wing, mess staff, and many other personnel working together, it can be challenging to keep everything moving smoothly.

“There’s a lot of information, so my role changed so that I could gather all of that information and message it right, both within the organization, and to outside agencies such as CFB Kingston, CDA, or CMP,” he said. “My advice to CPO1 Lindsay was to participate as much as possible, to get out and see as many people as you can, not just within the workplace, but at sporting and social events as well. That way, you get to know the pulse of the organization, and you can bring your own influence. Every CWO and CPO1 brings their own style to the job, and I trust that she’ll bring her style to this position as well.”

CWO Slack would like to thank everyone he’s had a chance to work and interact with over the past two years.

“Myself and my wife Debbie have had a wonderful year, and we’ve enjoyed almost every moment of it. The cadets have such a great energy and enthusiasm. I’m leaving here with happy memories; it is sad to leave, but I’m certainly leaving with happy memories. I will miss the people the most; I’ve gotten to work with a fine group of professionals, both the staff and cadets.”

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Two Padres moving On…

RMCC PADRES RECOGNIZED BY THE MILITARY WING

The Military Wing is greatly appreciative of the contribution made by the Canadian Forces Chaplains located at RMCC. They play a significant role in providing spiritual support to the Cadet Wing that lives and works on the College grounds for four years. Further, their presence provides that link to demonstrating how Canadian Forces leaders rely on integrating staff advisors with a purpose to focus on the more humanistic dimensions of issues in order to effectively achieve mission goals.

We salute our two Padres who have actively supported the well being of both staff and cadets and participated in innumerable ceremonies and events. Padre Bujold is posted to Ottawa to assist with health issues of the sick and injured, while Padre Lublink is posted to Belgium to minister for the Canadian Forces personnel located in Europe.

Though reluctant to leave, both are excited about their new positions and we wish them all the best in the future.

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That Time of the Year When Big Changes Take Place on the Peninsula

By: WJO – Photos by Alex Zaporzan

It’s beginning to really look like summer in and around RMCC!

While some officer-cadets and other students have been enjoying a relaxing summer, away from the college – a number of those staying on the Peninsula along with high numbers of staff have been quite busy over the past couple of weeks.

Various military and civilian staffs have been seen hustling from one meeting to the other most days. Cadets are busy either doing second language training; decompression classes (Engineers taking Arts courses); or involved in formal physical training. In short it has not been all fun & games.

This is about to change.

The Yeo Hall dining facility although not as packed as in the regular school year, nevertheless, is still a busy spot.

The past seven days also saw the arrival of HMCS Ontario staff – sea cadets by the car loads were also seen arriving with nervous parents seeing them off. The In-Clearances are administered in the Old Gym – next door to the Stone Frigate.

By the time this short article is published, most of the meetings will have been completed; the landscape will be changed dramatically. Regular staff in large numbers have now started their holidays.

As I write this (Thursday) – the Sea Cadet Band in what looks like their first practise are playing music and marching on the Parade Square. For a first time, they don’t sound too bad!

The cadet staff are honing up their various areas of expertise.

Starting in a couple of days, ankle biters wearing sea cadet uniforms will be all over the Peninsula – parade square in the mornings;  in the water or under the shade in the afternoons. A beautiful sight this time of year!

The 2011 summer transition is almost complete on the Peninsula.

Governor General presents 45 military decorations

Recipients include at least 13  Ex Cadets

His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, presented seven Military Valour Decorations and 38 Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division) to members of the Canadian and allied forces on June 10, 2011 at Rideau Hall in Ottawa. Among them were several Ex Cadets from RMC, CMR & RRMC.

The Governor General presented two Stars of Military Valour and six Medals of Military Valour to members of the Canadian Forces who have displayed gallantry and devotion to duty in combat, as well as four Meritorious Service Crosses (Military Division) and 33 Meritorious Service Medals (Military Division) to individuals whose specific achievements have brought honour to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.

(The information below reflects the rank of the recipient at the time of the event for which they are being recognized.)

23577 Lieutenant Gabriel Chassé-Jean, S.M.V.

Alma, Quebec

Star of Military Valour

From June 8 to 29, 2009, Lieutenant Chassé-Jean demonstrated valiant service under fire while leading his platoon to defeat the enemy in Afghanistan. Over an extended period, and amidst the chaos and confusion of combat, his fearless conduct in the engagement of a determined enemy, as well as his ability to keep his soldiers composed, were critical to multiple victories in a difficult theatre of operation. Whether leading a frontal assault, controlling the situation while trapped in dangerous positions, or directing supporting gunfire, he showed courage and inspirational leadership, which were key to the success of multiple engagements.

21016 Major Timothy Maurice Arsenault, M.S.C., C.D.

Sudbury, Ontario

Meritorious Service Cross (Military Division)

As company commander from March to October 2009, Major Arsenault’s front line leadership, tactical acumen and unwavering determination greatly contributed to enhancing security in Kandahar province, Afghanistan. Operating with Afghan and coalition forces during numerous combat operations, he demonstrated courage under fire that inspired those around him and enabled them to consistently defeat the enemy. Major Arsenault’s remarkable efforts were critical to the success of Joint Task Force Afghanistan and brought great credit to the Canadian Forces.

14681 Lieutenant-Colonel Marc Joseph André Bigaouette, M.S.C., C.D.

Québec, Quebec

Meritorious Service Cross (Military Division)

As commanding officer of Canadian Helicopter Force Afghanistan from April to November 2009, Lieutenant-Colonel Bigaouette demonstrated leadership, professionalism and unwavering dedication which contributed to the success of his unit’s operations. Orchestrating and executing all missions with precision, he ensured exceptional support was provided to Canadian and allied ground forces, whether supporting combat and sustainment operations or transporting dignitaries. Lieutenant-Colonel Bigaouette’s command of his unit reinforced the first-class reputation of Canadian aviation forces among Canada’s international allies in Afghanistan.

12324 Rear-Admiral Tyrone Herbert William Pile, C.M.M., M.S.C., C.D. (See Where are they now?)

12389 Colonel Anthony Joseph Mark Hilaire Ashfield, M.S.M., C.D.

Montréal, Quebec

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

As the deputy chief of Staff Support for Canada Command, Colonel Ashfield provided exceptional leadership in the planning and execution of Operation Podium, one of the Canadian Forces’ most complex domestic missions to date: military support of the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Vancouver. Colonel Ashfield’s professionalism and dedication ensured the efficient training, deployment and operational support of over 4 000 people. Of particular note were his efforts to establish and enhance cross-border relations with his counterparts at NORAD and the United States Northern Command, in the common security requirements of western North America at that time. His steady hand and personal involvement were instrumental in Operation Podium’s success.

14851 Colonel Gregory Dawson Burt, O.M.M., M.S.M., C.D.

Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

Colonel Burt was the commanding officer of the Operational Mentor and Liaison Team, in Kandahar, from March to October 2009. His command presence and mentorship empowered the 1st Brigade, 205th Corps of the Afghan National Army to successfully conduct increasingly complex operations, disrupting enemy objectives and strengthening the Afghan government’s authority within the province. His leadership inspired his soldiers to persevere as they faced peril on a daily basis, all while mentoring soldiers at remote locations throughout the area of operations. Colonel Burt’s understanding of Afghanistan’s political situation ensured his unit’s success and reinforced Canada’s international reputation.

Major Trevor John Cadieu, M.S.M., C.D.

Vernon, British Columbia

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

From October 2006 to February 2007, Major Cadieu commanded B Squadron of Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians), in Afghanistan. Leading the first tank squadron in combat in almost 60 years, Major Cadieu immediately forged a cohesive combat team that excelled during two major offensives and numerous other engagements. His leadership played a decisive role in battling insurgents, and contributed to the battle group’s domination of the Arghandab River area. Major Cadieu’s courage and performance contributed significantly to his squadron’s operational success.

16656 Lieutenant-Colonel Scott Norman Clancy, M.S.M., C.D.

Ottawa, Ontario

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

From spring 2008 until summer 2009, Lieutenant-Colonel Clancy played a crucial role in the coordination, preparation and training of the initial deployments of Canadian Forces helicopters into Afghanistan. He oversaw the development of essential new aviation tactics and procedures, implemented standards for the newly acquired Chinook helicopters, and integrated aviation training with deploying land forces. His actions directly contributed to the success of Canada’s deployed aviation forces and reflected highly upon the Canadian Forces.

This is the second Meritorious Service Medal for Lieutenant-Colonel Clancy

10095 Lieutenant-Colonel Roland Grant Delaney, M.S.M., C.D.

Kingston, Ontario

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

Lieutenant-Colonel Delaney was instrumental in planning and coordinating the training requirements and personnel preparation for the Chinook helicopter program. His in-depth contract management skills allowed him to overcome complex and conflicting challenges, ensuring all tactical level requirements were properly integrated. This resulted in a new critical capability being made available in-theatre in record time, proving beneficial to Canadian and allied troops.

17680 Major J.R. Mario Ferland, M.S.M., C.D.

Baie St-Paul and Québec, Quebec

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

As deputy commander of the Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group from April to October 2009, Major Ferland significantly contributed to the success of the international counter-insurgency campaign in Afghanistan. His effective oversight of the planning, execution and coordination of major combat operations enabled the battle group to achieve significant gains against insurgents and contributed to strengthening the Afghan government’s authority within Kandahar province. Major Ferland’s leadership, planning capabilities and operational focus were key elements of the battle group’s success.

14442 Commander Christopher John Hargreaves, O.M.M., M.S.M., C.D.

Victoria, British Columbia

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

Since his appointment in 2008 as commanding officer of Canadian Forces Fleet School Esquimalt, Commander Hargreaves’ inspirational leadership, detailed analytical skills, dedication and infectious motivation have been the driving force behind initiatives to improve naval courses. His actions were instrumental in enhancing the sailors’ quality of life and reducing time away from home and units. His commitment and professionalism have had a significant impact on the individual training requirements for naval force employment, generation and development.

22237 Captain Francis Joseph Michel Mallet, M.S.M., C.D.

LaSalle, Quebec

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

In 2008 and 2009, Captain Mallet demonstrated exemplary leadership and dedication, which contributed to the 430 Tactical Helicopter Squadron achieving a high state of readiness for its deployment to Afghanistan. He developed a training plan for the unit that became the cornerstone for individual training, and which transformed a group of inexperienced individuals into an effective team. His initiative, as well as his exceptional ability to analyze and prioritize, allowed the unit to deliver an important operational capability in Afghanistan.

20875 Major Russell Neal Washburn, M.S.M., C.D.

St. George, New Brunswick

Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division)

From September 2008 to April 2009, Major Washburn’s outstanding mentorship of and excellent rapport with the commanding officers of two Afghan National Army infantry brigades enabled him to significantly progress their professional leadership qualities. With the brigades dispersed across Zhari district, he developed ingenious methods to ensure the optimal placement of his mentoring resources. Major Washburn’s diplomatic and leadership skills enhanced the officers’ capacities and abilities to effectively lead their soldiers, which earned him their respect as a combat leader and trusted advisor.

Note: If we missed anyone let us know…Source

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No reason why injured vets can’t serve: Former ombudsman

“I could walk down the halls of NDHQ and show you people with no medals on their chest who are not deployable, either because they’re overweight or because they’ve got family problems or whatever and no one challenges them,”

12723  Pat Stogran      Article

In defence of soldiers

Gen. Walt Natynczyk Letter

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Canada’s top soldier in running for highest NATO job: source

“That puts us in a front seat at NATO,” he said. “Natynczyk is very popular amongst his colleagues and Canada has been very supportive of NATO missions, so that should help his case.”

6349 Alain Pellerin Article

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Keep Algonquin College’s values at heart, Gen. Natynczyk tells new graduates

“My message to you is, to ensure Canada remains the great, prosperous, free and safe land that it is today, that you adhere to your college’s values in both your professional and your personal life,”

12320 Walter Natynczyk Article

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Living the dream

“I flew two tours with the Snowbirds, the Starfighter, and had a great 23-year career in the military,”

10223 Dan Dempsey

“they are as bright, motivated, proud, patriotic and ready to carry the mantle as any of us that have gone before. Being in a position to help inspire and enable some of them is one of life’s greatest rewards and it is why I give talks alongside Hawk One.”

13738 Chris Hadfield  Article

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Canadian Forces cancel Afghan mission tribute

“When it was brought up to the CDS’s attention, he said, ‘No, we’re not going that route’,” Blanchette explained. “It would be very awkward, not only for Canadians, but also for our allies. What would we be commemorating when you have some of our allies (still) being killed in Afghanistan?”

13595 Richard Blanchette

“It pisses me off,” he said. “They’re talking about this as public affairs. The chain of command should look at this as part of the healing process.

“There’s a reason why militaries have historically done (ceremonies), because it is a way to try to heal some of the wounds,”

12723  Pat Stogran – Article

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“Logo courtesy of Sleeman/Unibroue”

25892 NCdt (soon to be III Year) Meghan Thompson interviewed , 9143 Bruce McAlpine one of fifteen Ex-Cadets who will raise money for the Danny McLeod Athletic Endowment Fund by paddling a voyageur canoe from Ottawa to Kingston this September, 2011. Readers can make a pledge or donation at www.rmcclubfoundation.ca.

To support Bruce on his 2011 Rideau Canoe Trip: RMC Club Foundation 1-800-541-6000 x 6807

” I found an old military pic of me (in the middle) eating raw python (with white wine!) during the survival training part of the Jungle Warfare course in Australia. My comrades and I put an end forever to the belief the Aussies had that Canadians were afraid of snakes! They were horrified when we jumped on the snake and killed it with our bayonets – it was a protected species, and they had gotten it from the zoo to scare us!”

Bruce McAlpine

College Experience

Coming from a military family, it is unsurprising that Bruce McAlpine was at home in the disciplined, respect-driven environment of college. Starting at CMR in St. Jean in 1967, McAlpine spent time at both CMR and RMC before graduating from RMC in 1972 with a Bachelor of Engineering. Having been appointed DCWC (Deputy Cadet Wing Commander) at in his final year at CMR, McAlpine later took on the role of CWCO (Cadet Wing Communications Officer) at RMC in Kingston in his final year—his second opportunity to embrace a four-bar HQ position. This also earned him the opportunity to do the recruit obstacle couse 3 times – once as a recruit, and twice as a member of Wing HQ!

Complimenting his involvement in with Cadet Wing leadership, McAlpine was also involved athletics, representing the college on the rep swimming and water polo teams. McAlpine’s teams may not have been the most likely to win in the league, but still competed gamely against the big Ontario and Quebec universities despite the disadvantage of having a much smaller pool of swimmers to draw from.

Bruce may have the distinction of being the only cadet ever to have had a roommate with a pet monkey. Unfortunately, neither the roommate nor the monkey remained at the college long once the pet was discovered…

Military Career

After graduation, McAlpine served with the Royal 22nd Regiment as an infantry officer. McAlpine started as a Platoon Commander, and did a 6 month tour of Cyprus the the UN in his first year at the unit. He later held the positions of Company Commander of a mechanized unit and of Batallion Operations Officer.

Additionally, he took the Jungle Warfare course in Australia that was being given to all Australian soldiers going over to active duty in Viet Nam. During this course, he and a comrade put an end to the Aussie belief that Canadians were afraid of snakes by jumping on a live python, killing it with their bayonets and eating it raw (washed down with white wine!). The Australian instructors were horrified because the python was a protected species, and they had brought it to the survival portion of the training just to frighten the Canadians. McAlpine also took the Escape and Evasion instructor’s course in Holland. This was the one being given primarily to NATO flight crews flying reconnaissance missions over Eastern Europe.

Civilian Career

Following his 4-year military career, McAlpine began his career in business. To this end, he completed his Masters in Business Administration at York University in 1980, and spent six years working with Xerox. It was a friend who eventually introduced McAlpine to his current business, executive search. Running his firm Fulcrum Search Science Inc. out of Toronto, McAlpine has been involved in search and placement operations throughout North America, and even abroad. A field that provides constant challenge and variety, the executive search field has proven to require versatility and discipline, but both are traits that McAlpine appears to have in ample supply. His company is currently conducting searches in Bermuda and Shanghai, good examples of the wide-spread nature of his company’s operations.

Besides his involvement with his business, Bruce McAlpine has also been involved with various national associations in the recruiting industry. Having been past President of both the Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services (ACSESS) and the Canadian national Association of Professional Placement Agencies and Consultants (APPAC), he has continued his involvement with his efforts as Chair of the ACSESS Ethics Committee and a national trainer for the industry certification program. In recognition of his work within the industry, he received the ACSESS Leadership Award, and the discretionary ACSESS Award of Excellence for “outstanding leadership and exemplary commitment” to the industry in Canada. As a speaker at industry conferences, and a teacher of business-related subjects at the University of Toronto and at Primorski State University in Russia, McAlpine has helped to spread his knowledge and understanding of business inside and outside of the executive search field.

Pass-Times

With a strong passion for fitness that began in school in France in the early 1960′s, Bruce McAlpine continues to enjoy running as an antedote to the stresses of business life. Just this spring he completed a major seven year goal of running a full marathon on all 7 continents, including Antarctica.

Along with running marathons, McAlpine is also involved with several Christian charitable organizations, including Alpha (through which he co-led three 10 week spiritual exploration programs in pubs in the downtown financial district in Toronto), Leader Impact Group, and the Navigators of Canada, on whose board he served for 26 years.

Involvement with the Chasse-Galerie

Bruce McAlpine is also no stranger to the Chasse-Galerie. This year’s voyage will be his third Chasse-Galerie, as he participated in both the 2001 and 2006 trips, taking on the role of cook. The “can-do Van Doo” was especially popular with the crew by finding a way to make cappuccinos on the Coleman stove on the side of the Rideau Canal during coffee breaks! With athletics and the military clearing still holding a place in his heart, it is no wonder that McAlpine is involved in this fundraising event for the CMR and RMC sports programs.

Our aim at e-Veritas is to conduct one-on-one interviews with all 15 participants (in no particular order) over the next few months of e-Veritas editions.    meghan.thompson@rmc.ca

Class of 1960 4815 Mike Jackson

Class of 1960 H4860 John de Chastelain

Class of 1963 5893 Tom Gee

Class of 1968 H7543 Joe Day

Class of 1971 8684 Peter Holt

Class of 1971 8725 Fergus McLaughlin

Class of 1971 8788 Geoff Bennett

Class of 1971 8816 Marius Grinius

Class of 1971 8833 John Leggat

Class of 1971 8926 Ray Hook

Class of 1972 9143 Bruce McAlpine

Class of 1983 M0288 Roxanne Rees

Class of 1986 15414 Catherine Paquet-Rivard

Class of 1997 20800 Cindy McAlpine

Class of 2002 22461 Claire Bramma

8014 Mr Brian Barrie is a trial lawyer specializing in Civil Litigation and Criminal Law with Greenfield And Barrie, serving Owen Sound & Grey-Bruce Counties. He graduated with an honours English degree from RMC, followed by a Masters degree from the University of New Brunswick. He wrote his thesis on obscure poet and lawyer Abraham Moses Klein. Then Barrie was accepted into medicine but he chose law. He worked at the Somalia Inquiry and represented an environmental officer at the Walkerton inquiry.

His first book is “The Neighbour That Wasn’t”, (Ginger Press, 2008) a ghost story centred on what was a spooky old house at 932 3rd Ave. W., the former American consulate which his kids walked past on their way to and from school. His second book “The Lady of the Cat” (Ginger Press, 2010) is based on a myth about the Northern Lights, he told his daughters Alexa & Talya and his son Morgan, when they were much younger. His third children’s book is “Est: The Story of a Bear Twice-Told” (Ginger Press, 2011).

He writes the stories for his children and his three grandchildren Rachel, Andrew and Grace. Local artist Bonita Johnson De Matteis illustrated all three books and also produced full-size paintings based on the illustrations.

Brian thinks one of his best accomplishments is that he has stayed married to his wife Helen for 42 years and they still love each other. She was a Kingston girl and he married her in his graduation year.  bdb@bmts.com

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Métis Rear Admiral Honoured by Governor-General

Tyrone Pile entered RRMC 1975

Article first appeared: NetNewsledger By: James Murray – June 22, 2011

12324 Retired Rear Admiral Tyrone Pile received the Meritorious Service Cross from His Excellency, David Johnston, Governor General and Commander in Chief of Canada’s Armed Forces at a ceremony in Rideau Hall on June 10th. Rear Admiral Pile is Métis and the brother of Tim Pile, the Secretary-Treasurer of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO). The decoration recognizes a military deed or activity that has been performed in an outstandingly professional manner, according to a rare high standard that brings considerable benefit or great honour to the Canadian Forces.

The citation for the award reads: “As Commander of Joint Task Force Games for Operation Podium, the Canadian Forces’ mission in support of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, Rear Admiral Pile led one of the most complex domestic military operations ever conducted in Canada. He demonstrated exceptional leadership in shaping a co-operative and effective working environment among dozens of partners, including all levels of government and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, as well as their civil and military counterparts in the United States. His ability to facilitate the collaboration and coordination of these entities, while ensuring that strategic and operational goals were understood, respected and met by all, was instrumental to the success of Operation Podium and brought great credit to the Canadian Forces.”

Retired Rear Admiral Pile is the son of Eileen Pile and the late Herbert Pile of Geraldton. As a teenager he was the senior cadet at 227 Raven Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets. He enrolled in the Canadian Forces upon graduating from Geraldton Composite High School and attended both Royal Roads and Royal Military College, graduating from the latter in 1979. During his career as a naval officer he served in a number of Canadian warships, including a brief tour aboard Her Majesty’s Yacht Britannia in 1983 during the Queen’s Royal Visit to North America. In 1995 he was appointed as Commanding Officer of the new frigate HMCS Regina, later becoming the first Canadian warship to fully integrate with a United States Carrier Battle Group on deployed operations. He subsequently served as Director of NATO Policy and as Commander of Maritime Operations Group Four in Victoria before being promoted to Commodore and appointed as Commander Canadian Fleet Atlantic in 2003. Promoted to Rear Admiral in 2005, he served as Chief Military Personnel and Commander of Military Personnel Command until being appointed Commander of Maritime Forces Pacific and Joint Task Force Pacific in 2007. From 2007 to 2010, he was also concurrently appointed as Commander Joint Task Forces Games, leading Canadian Forces support to security and public safety for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games for which he received this award.

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Kingston man lands spot at defence headquarters

A Kingston man is the new director general of Land Capability Development at National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa.

13041 Jim Simms Article

Home Town article

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Renew your membership today!

Last Wednesday 22 June, we sent out a generic e-mail letter (friendly reminder) to about 300 former members of he RMC Club. We say fomer because the folks according to our records on the mail list have let their membership elapse.  The initial response has been quite good. Many have quickly replied either by phone; or Online.  For that we ae very appreciative.

As we mention in the letter we need tangible support.

For those we have yet to hear from – please keep the calls & Online memberships coming! Create a pleasant problem for us. Keep us so buy doing renewals that we can hardly keep up.

PLEASE REMEMBER:

The RMC Club Relies On Its Members. Contact us to renew or to take out an annual or life membership. 1-888 386 – 3762

https://www.rmcclub.ca/forms/membership.asp

Do you wish to be taken off of our call list? If yes, let us know rmcclub@rmc.ca

Souvenez vous que:

Le Club des CMR compte sur ses membres. Afin de renouveler ou de vous procurer une adhésion annuelle ou à vie, veuillez communiquer avec nous au : 1-888 386 – 3762

http://www.rmcclub.ca/Membership.htm

Si vous préférez ne pas être sur notre liste d’appels, veuillez nous en informer au rmcclub@rmc.ca

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SONDAGE DES ANCIENS DU CMR SAINT-JEAN: IMPORTANT

Chers ami(e)s, Anciens, Anciennes,

Depuis la fermeture du Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean en 1995, la communauté constituée de ses Anciens et Anciennes a vécu des changements importants. Ainsi, les activités autrefois parrainées par le Club des Anciens(nes) ont repris avec vigueur sous la gouverne du Chapitre du Fort-Saint-Jean du Club des Collèges militaires royaux du Canada et ce, surtout depuis la réouverture du Collège en 2002.

Dans les années soixante, le Royal Military College Club of Canada, a mis sur pied une fondation avec pour mission générale d’offrir un soutien au RMC. Les buts de cette fondation ont été élargis depuis la fermeture du CMR et celle de RRMC et elle est maintenant connue comme la Fondation du Club des Collèges militaires royaux du Canada inc./ Royal Military Colleges Club of Canada Fondation Inc.

Dès 1984, les Anciens(nes) du CMR s’étaient également pourvu d’une fondation, la Fondation des Anciens du CMR, qui n’a pas cessé ses opérations malgré la fermeture du CMR. Tous les anciens/anciennes du CMR sont membres de facto de cette fondation.

Les administrateurs de la Fondation des Anciens du Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean désirent consulter ses membres dans le but de formuler des recommandations quant son avenir, lequel sera débattu lors de l’assemblée générale annuelle qui aura lieu au CMR à compter de 14h00 le vendredi 9 septembre 2011. Nous vous invitons donc à répondre au sondage en vous rendant au http://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/36d0g4b4fd et nous vous convoquons à l’assemblée annuelle du 9 septembre. Votre participation est très importante.

Merci de votre collaboration.

Normand Perreault

Président

CMR SAINT-JEAN EX-CADETS SURVEY: IMPORTANT

Dear Ex-Cadet Friends

Since the closing of the Collège Militaire Royal de Saint-Jean in 1995, the Alumni community has seen some important changes. The activities formerly sponsored by the Club des Anciens(nes) have been revitalized by the Fort-Saint-Jean Chapter of the Royal Military Colleges Club of Canada since the re-opening of the College in 2002.

In the 1960’s, the Royal Military College Club of Canada established a foundation with the general mission of supporting RMC. The goals of this foundation have originally been to support RMC but were extended to all Royal Military Colleges since the closing of CMR and RRMC. This foundation is now known as Fondation du Club des Collèges militaires royaux du Canada inc./Royal Military Colleges Club of Canada Fondation Inc.

In 1984, the CMR alumni set up a similar foundation : the Fondation des Anciens du CMR, which, despite the closing of the CMR, never ceased its operations. Every CMR ex-cadet is a de facto member of this foundation.

The Directors of the Fondation des Anciens du Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean wish to sound out its members regarding the future of the Fondation. The Board of Directors will then formulate its recommendations at the general annual assembly beginning at 2:00 PM, Friday September 9th at the RMC Saint-Jean. We invite you to answer a short online survey accessible by this link : http://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/36d0g4b4fd and also wish to inform you that we will convene at the annual assembly September 9th. Your participation is of the utmost importance.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Normand Perreault

President

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Ottawa Branch Golf Tournament – 8 July

Birchall Leadership & Yellow Ribbon Dinner 2011 – Edmonton

ARMY RUN – Sunday, September 18, 2011

Reunion Weekend 2011 – Schedule of Events

Ship’s mast restored at RRU

2011 Vimy Award – call for nominations / Prix Vimy 2011 – appel de nominations

RMC Vancouver Branch Golf Scramble After Action Report – June 12th 2011.

We had 23 golfers again this year which is the same number as last year. Weather was great, course was dry, friendship was excellent as usual. The low gross this year again was the 4some of Jim Reith, Dave and Alannah Reith, and Chris Richardson. KP for the men was Gloud Blaikie who eagerly grasped the photo prize – if you zoom you can see the reason for his smile. KP for the ladies went to Linda Senft, which was awesome considering she wasn’t even on the course.

The Silent Auction raised $ 840.00. Therefore, total proceeds were $1,124.85 to be donated to Gen. Hillier’s Military Families Fund (which compares to $1104 last year and a 3 year total donation to the MFF of $3570 from the golf event).

I would like to thank Jim Reith for his time and effort to organize the tournament and Silent Auction, and I would also like to thank the donors of the auction items: Roy Strickland, Mark Duncan, Ken Tanner, Jim Reith, Domaine de Chaberton Winery and Township 7 Winery. It was determined over dinner that a couple of the non-golfing partners decided to tour some of the local wineries. This was determined to be an excellent idea so next year we will add a winery excursion to run in parallel with the golf, followed by the dinner.

Photos:

Gloud Blaikie Mens KP

Linda Senft Ladies KP by proxy

Mark Duncan

Group shot 1 clockwise from lower left: Ken Orr, Blair Trousdell, Mark and Joan Duncan, Roy Strickland, Gary Nijman, Kim Breakell Mech, Gloud Blaikie, Wayne Baldwin, Wendy Trousdel

Group shot 2: Linda Senft in foreground, Wayne Baldwin, Mark Duncan, Gary Nijman, Jim Reith, Wendy Trousdell, Roy Strickland, Blair Trousdell.

Upcoming Events Calendar

Vancouver Branch Road Bike Ride, July 16th 2011- please respond with interest so we can estimate numbers.

This is a 46+ km ride starting and ending at Golden Eagles Golf Course in Pitt Meadows. Family and Guests are welcome. Kim and I rode the route this past weekend and it is safe and flat with the exception of a descent to and climb from the Fraser River. The route will minimize the amount of time on Dewdney Trunk Road and Highway 7, while maximizing dedicated bicycle lanes and controlled road crossings. The scenery is really pleasant. Start time is 2 p.m. from the Golden Eagles parking lot. Estimated time depending on the riders’ skill level is under 2 hours. This will allow us to have some post-ride hydration before dinner. Cost is $30 per person and this includes a steak dinner at the golf course after the ride. For those who do not have road bikes, do not worry – there is easy access to the Alouette dyke bicycle trails and you are welcome to avail yourselves of that on your cyclocross or mountain bikes. The dyke is kid-friendly with parking lots at the road head.

Coordinating Instructions

Date/Time: 2 p.m. July 16, 2011

Place: Golden Eagles Golf Course, 1770 Ladner Road, Pitt Meadows

Cost: $30 including steak dinner

Attendees: Open to Ex-Cadets, family and friends.

Vancouver Branch Flotilla, August 13th 2011- please respond with interest so we can estimate numbers.

Terry Senft, Kate Armstrong and Mark Duncan have offered their boats for a day trip to Bowen and back, with lunch at Snug Harbour (Dutch lunch). Terry and Kate have sail boats, Mark has power. Please advise if you’re interested and your location so we can balance numbers and assign people to each boat depending on where they’re moored.

Coordinating Instructions

Date/Time: 9 a.m. August 13th, 2011

Place: Boarding Locations TBD

Cost: $by donation (fuel); dutch lunch

Attendees: Open to Ex-Cadets, family and friends pending space limitations on the watercraft.

Pub Nights: Restart in September – details TBD per Ed Hare. We’ll get a couple out of the City for our valley brethren.

Fall BBQ – September 17th 2011 Chez Duncan

Mark and Joan Duncan have kindly offered to host the popular Fall BBQ classic (which is great because my deck needs a new coat of paint). Normally this is held the first weekend after Labour Day, but Mark and his brother are riding in the Vancouver-Whistler Fondo on the 10th, so the 17th it is.

Coordinating Instructions

Date/Time: 4 p.m. September 17th , 2011

Place: 3116 Duchess Avenue, North Vancouver (closest exist is the Williams Street exit off of the Upper Levels highway at the top of the Cut heading Westbound).

Cost: $TBD

Attendees: Open to Ex-Cadets and family.

Annual AGM – October 29th 2011 – Coast Coal Harbour Hotel, 1180 West Hastings Street, Vancouver.

Ken Tanner has selected a great venue for us for the AGM – the Coast Coal Harbour Hotel. The price per couple is $200 for a plated dinner. Further details will be provided re: speaker, special rates for those staying at the hotel after the dinner. Please book mark this date now. Costumes are strictly optional.

Coordinating Instructions

Date/Time: 6 p.m. October 29th , 2011

Place: Coast Coal Harbour Hotel, 1180 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

Cost: $200 per couple

Attendees: Open to Ex-Cadets and spouses.

NEW EVENT – November 17th, 2011 Scotch Tasting Lessons

Unbeknownst to many, the flavours of scotch whisky are as diverse as wine, and range from light, fruity and floral, to full bodied and sherried, to smoky and peaty, and everything in between. There are over 100 whisky distilleries in Scotland in 5 or 6 distinct areas and each tries to make a distinct product.

One object of this affair (the first being social) is to learn how to explore the four elements of a whisky: nose, taste, finish and balance, in terms the beginner can understand, and to find the type of whisky that you prefer (or perhaps to confirm that you are a dedicated rye-coke person).

You will also learn the difference between: single malt whisky, blended whisky and blended malts (aka vatted malts). Cost is $25 per person which will cover product, glass rental, and snacks (served after the tasting so as not to damage the palate).

Space will be limited to 22 only, to allow for an educational event so please indicate your interest early – First Come First Served. This event will be graciously hosted by Gary Nijman at the offices of Alexander Holburn Beaudin & Lang LLP, #2700-700 West Georgia Street. Thanks Gary!

Coordinating Instructions

Date/Time: 6 p.m. November 17th , 2011

Place: Alexander Holburn Beadin & Lang LLP, #2700-700 West Georgia Street, Vancouver.

Cost: $25 per person

Attendees: Open to Ex-Cadets and spouses.

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DART honoured with new medal for Op HESTIA

A/SLt 24498 Noelani Shore (RMC 2009)

Less than 24 hours after the devastating earthquake rocked Haiti on Jan 12, 2010, members of CFB Kingston’s Disaster Assistance Response Team were on the ground, ready to begin humanitarian operations on OP HESTIA.

On June 9, 2011, those members were honoured at a public ceremony at CFB Kingston by being presented with the new Operational Service Medal, with the Humanitas Bar, by Major General David Fraser, the outgoing Commander of 1st Canadian Division in Kingston.

“I offer my congratulations to all receiving this new medal. We ask an awful lot of you by sending you into unknown, complex situations, and you make us proud,” he said. “You have proven with deeds, not words, that you are worthy of wearing this medal, and it is your commitment that has put this formation on the map.”

“We go on these missions as part of our job,” said Major David McQueen, Deputy Commanding Officer of the DART in Haiti. “We don’t do it to get an honour or receive a medal; it’s just part of our jobs. But to receive it is something special. I really appreciate being able to receive this on behalf of all Canadians.”

The speed with which the DART deployed is a testament to the training and readiness, and personnel were able to affect change sooner.

“We are trained to deploy on very short notice in this unit,” he explained. “We started working the evening we arrived, and the medical staff were even treating people as they were getting on the plane to be evacuated. The Canadians worked very hard right from the beginning, and that ability to do good work is just amazing, and this deployment is certainly a career highlight for me.”

The medical staff were indeed hard at work in the unpredictable environment in Haiti. Lieutenant Commander Paul Cervenko, the Base Surgeon at CFB Kingston, was shocked to see how much damage was done, and how little there was to work with. The medical staff saw more than 9,979 patients in all.

“You don’t have time to be overwhelmed; you just do your job the best you can. I had confidence in my team and my training,” he explained. “A lot of credit goes to the people that I worked with, and also our support back home. When we heard how ordinary Canadians were supporting the Haitian people and the mission, it really kept people going.”

Members of the DART will wear their new medal with pride and as a reminder to the people they were able to help.

“[The Haitian people] really appreciated us being there,” Maj McQueen said. “Canadians on the ground, providing water and health services, gave them such a sense of safety and security. As a member of the team that made that happen, it was an amazing feeling to be able to have that level of impact on a community.”

Military Personnel Command 2010 Team of the Year

Each year, the CF recognizes personnel who have achieved athletic excellence in their field, through the presentation of CF Sports Awards.

The winners of the 2010 Military Personnel Command sports awards are:

Female Athlete of the Year: OCDT S.M. PALMER

Team of the Year: RMC VARSITY TAEKWONDO TEAM

These awards will be formally honoured in Ottawa, at the 2011 CF Sports Awards Ceremony, in the Fall – which will bring ALL the Command winners together to see who will win the top prize.

RMC will once again be well-represented at this ceremony.

The RMC varsity Taekwondo team had numerous accomplishments in 2010. The team competed in the Ontario interuniversity league, and finished on top of the standings in each of the 2 qualifying tournaments, as well as in the league finals. The RMC Taekwondo team won its fourth league championship in five years in 2010.

At the 2010 CF National championships, RMC was represented by two competitors. Team captain, Felix Kesserwan took the gold medal in the men’s bantamweight division, while Jason Song finished with a 2nd place finish in the men’s lightweight class.

Due to these various accomplishments, the Taekwondo team was named RMC Team of the Year during the annual RMC Varsity Awards Ceremony.

Military Personnel Command 2010 Female Athlete of the Year

OCdt Serena Palmer is an outstanding individual who dedicates all of her time to succeed in everything she endeavours. During the 2010 calendar year, she excelled in several regional, national and international swimming and lifesaving events. She was also selected to be the 2011 CISM Women Swim team captain and represented CISM Canada at the Women’s CISM Conference in South Africa this past October.

This very high level of confidence in OCdt Palmer’s abilities and leadership comes from her amazing work ethics in and out of the pool. She is an extremely motivated athlete whose passion for the sport is contagious. This is demonstrated by the ever-increasing membership in the RMC swim club, which she manages with great diligence. She always has a positive attitude towards training which is deeply recognized by her coaches and colleagues and is an inspiration for them.

Best of luck to the two RMC nominees at the 2010 CF Sports Awards Ceremony.

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TKD Coach & Team Captain Selected for 2011 FISU in China

Master Joel Ridley (photo left), head coach of the RMC Taekwondo team, has been selected as an assistant coach with the 2011 Canadian FISU team.

The Toronto native will join Master Ashley Castaneda from Montreal, QC and Master Shin Wook Lim from Port Moody, BC on the coaching staff.

He will also be accompanied at this event by Officer-Cadet (OCdt) Jason Song (photo right) from RMC. Originally from Vancouver, BC, Song will be one of nine Canadian athletes participating at this year’s Games.

The FISU team will compete at the 2011 World Universiade Games in Shenzhen, China from 12-23 August.

“We are very happy for Joel,” said Darren Cates, RMC Director of Athletics. “This is a tremendous professional development opportunity, and it also brings great recognition to the RMC and to our taekwondo program”.

Ridley has been the head coach of the RMC taekwondo team since 2006. He also served as head coach of the Canadian FISU team at the 11th World University Taekwondo Championships in Vigo, Spain in 2010.