The August 2025 issue of Esprit de Corps (Vol. 32, Issue 7) covers a wide range of stories and commentary centered on Canadian military affairs, defence policy, veterans’ advocacy, procurement, and historical retrospectives. Here’s a concise summary:
Summary
This issue explores the Canadian Armed Forces’ ceremonial roles, procurement initiatives, and defence policy shifts under PM Mark Carney. It questions the value of traditional duties like the King’s Mounted Guard, given Canada's strained military resources. Key features include a major CAF pay raise, limited DND budget cuts amid government-wide austerity, and updates on the Royal Canadian Air Force’s $18B Griffon replacement program. Spain’s S-80 submarine is pitched for Canada’s under-ice fleet. Veterans' issues take center stage, with Minister Jill McKnight engaging women veterans and calls to defend the Veterans Review and Appeal Board against criticism. Commentaries debate the 5% GDP defence target and Canada’s foreign policy posture under U.S. pressure. A grassroots veteran support event is spotlighted alongside profiles of overlooked Canadian female athletes. Historical articles delve into Captain Thomas G. Fuller’s WWII exploits and Korean War naval stories.
