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  • First of four subs returns to service (Canadian Forces)

    05/18/2005 6:45:53 AM PDT · by Levante · 9 replies · 432+ views
    Canadian Press via National Post ^ | May 18, 2005 | Andrew Vaughn
    VICTORIA -- One of the four submarines Canada purchased from Britain has been returned to active service after being docked in the wake of the at-sea disaster on board HMCS Chicoutami that claimed one submariner's life. HMCS Victoria, under the command of Lt.-Cmdr. Jamie Clarke, returned to sea on Tuesday. "HMCS Victoria met all the requirements for a safe return to sea,'' said Vice-Admiral Bruce MacLean, commander of Canada's Navy. "Having implemented all the immediate recommendations from the Chicoutimi board of inquiry, I am satisfied that all our crew and submarine verification work has proven Victoria ready and safe for...