Comments for Ubique

Ubique

2006-05-18T04:59:28Z

Close Station. March Order.

Canada loses her first female soldier since World War II.

A Gunner.

Canadian Soldier killed in Afghanistan CEFCOM NR�06.009 - May 17, 2006
OTTAWA � A Canadian soldier was killed during a firefight with insurgents that occurred approximately 24 kilometres west of Kandahar. The incident occurred at approximately 6:55 p.m. Kandahar time (10: 25 a.m. EDT) on 17 May.

Killed was Captain Nichola Kathleen Sarah Goddard who was serving with Task Force Afghanistan as part of the 1st Battalion Princess Patricia�s Canadian Light Infantry (1 PPCLI) Battle Group. Captain Goddard was stationed with the 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery in Shilo, Manitoba; her next-of-kin have been notified.

H/t, Damian, of The Torch.

Now is the time at Castle Argghhh! when we dance: In Memoriam.

Smokey Smith probably already has a beer poured. And Jimmy Doohan is there to explain why there's not enough power, Captain!

Now - will Canada stand firm? Or, waver?

Comment from CWO4 KGP on 2006-05-21

2006-05-21T15:58:40Z

May God Bless the young Captain, and provide comfort to her family and friends. She is at the place all good soldiers go - where they are protected and do not have to worry that their life is in danger. Rest in Peace, and know that others will carry on your mission and your traditions. Thus it has been, thus it shall be. With Deepest Respect and Sympathy. CWO4 Kevin G. Peterson US Army

Comment from John of Argghhh! on 2006-05-18

2006-05-19T02:29:06Z

Which is why Last Post is the dance music.

Comment from V29 on 2006-05-18

2006-05-18T23:50:49Z

Commonwealth troops play the last post. The lone piper playing "Flowers of the Forest" is a Scottish tradition.

Comment from JimC on 2006-05-18

2006-05-18T19:43:57Z

John, Do the Canadians still play The Flowers of the Forrest over their fallen's graves? Sad day for all who wear or ever war a military uniform with honor.

Comment from V29 on 2006-05-18

2006-05-18T18:02:51Z

Yep Barb, couldn't agree more. All these kids that are being maimed and dying, twist my heart strings; the women more so. Call me old fashioned!

Comment from Barb on 2006-05-18

2006-05-18T16:05:11Z

RIP, Capt. Goddard. Heartfelt thanks to you for serving. My condolences to her family and all who love her. V29 - With respect, I understand what you are saying, but it breaks my heart to read the name of every man and woman who falls. Thank heaven for all our warriors - past and present.

Comment from V29 on 2006-05-18

2006-05-18T13:26:58Z

Slow hand salute rendered. God Bless and keep her. It's tough for this old man to see young women fighting and dying in the mud and blood of war.

Comment from MaryAnn on 2006-05-18

2006-05-18T12:57:59Z

Godspeed Cpt Goddard. God bless her family and the rest of the brave Canadian troops in Afghanistan.

Comment from John of Argghhh! on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T03:26:45Z

Ceremonially, perhaps. But the RCHA uses trucks to haul their guns now.

Comment from Chuck Simmins on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T03:24:45Z

John, I think they use real horses. Did you ever read my dad's unit history, field arty in WWII? http://fifthfield.simmins.org/

Comment from Janette Stripling on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T03:21:56Z

God bless Capt. Goddard and God bless Canada!

Comment from Jane on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T03:19:22Z

awww, damn, she looks like a damned fine soldier, woman, person. crap. RIP with gratitude and honor.

Comment from Huntress on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T03:17:08Z

Update: The vote came in....149 to 145 to continue our mission in Afghanistan. The vote was close ONLY because many opposition leaders simply chose to vote against Stephen Harper, NOT against our mission. This means that inspite of the close vote Canada's leaders remain supportive and committed to our mission in Afghanistan, and to our part in the War on Terrorism!

Comment from JimC on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T03:11:00Z

A toast to a fallen comrade. Eternal rest grant unto her, Oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her.

Comment from beth on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T02:42:54Z

Heartbreaking.

Comment from Neffi on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T02:14:51Z

Salute

Comment from John of Argghhh! on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T01:48:04Z

Gunners is gunners is gunners, Chuck. With the demise of coast, fortress and rail artillery, we're *all* horse artillery. I've got the badges right.

Comment from Chuck Simmins on 2006-05-17

2006-05-18T01:41:19Z

She's not your ordinary Red Leg. She was Horse Artillery.