Just the other day I watched a history show about the WWII joint Canadian/American fighting force called the Devils Brigade also known as The Black Devils.
They took some 77% casualties scrubbing the nazis off a few northern italy mountaintops but they got the job done.
By way of a little extra news, Canada has sent about 70 special force soldiers to help the Iraqis with knowledge and knowhow with tactics etc.
It so happened that while the Canadians were pinpointing targets with technical devices, they were fired on by Isis. They fired back.
The cries of protest came from the opposition. They accused the Prime Minister of falsely saying Canadian troops are not "boots on the ground, but advisers. Prime Minister Harper stated that Canadian troops are instructing allies. He said "If they (Isis) fire on us - we will kill them.
I know you will be aware of the ceremony yesterday honouring the Brigade in Washington DC. A Calgary newspaper titled it- A long time coming.
14 Canadian vets along with their American band of brothers got the US Congressional Medal. This was a one award for the group. They will each get a replica in bronze.
Well done gentlemen! we could sure use a Devils Brigade today and for you know who! (smile)