A military or military force (n., from Latin militarius, miles "soldier") has seen many different incarnations throughout time. Early armies were most likely men with sharpened sticks and rocks; through time they have included advancements such as men mounting horses, men wielding swords and other metallic weapons, the bow and arrow, siege weapons, the stirrup, to the advance of the musket which form the roots of the armed forces of most nations we know today. In modern times people use motorized vehicles and firearms.
While military can refer to any armed force, it generally refers to a permanent, professional force of soldiers or guerrillas—trained exclusively for the purpose of warfare and should be distinguished from a sanctioned militia or a levy, which are temporary forces— citizen soldiers with less training, who may be "called up" as a reserve force, when a nation mobilizes for total war, or to defend against invasion. The term military is often used to mean an army.
The doctrine that asserts the primacy of a military within a society is called militarism.
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16 Wing Borden / 16e Escadre Borden - A selection and training unit of the Canadian Forces (Air Force). Presents a history of the unit and bio of its commander.
Army Lessons Learned Centre - This Canadian Forces Land Force staff organization presents its methods in studying operations and producing change as well as documents on new and recommended tactics, techniques and procedures for Canada's Army (French available).
Canada and Peacekeeping - The view of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade on this subject is presented with text, photos, and maps (French available).
Canadian Armed Forces Recruiting - Army, Navy, Air Force recruiting site with descriptions of Armed Forces jobs and Armed Forces life. Also leads to the main Department of National Defence server (French available).
Meta Description: [ Canadian Forces - Recruiting - Forces canadiennes - Recrutement ]
Canadian Heroes - Dedicated to Private Henri Richard and Private Loren Nelson.
Meta Description: [ Canadian Heroes is a web site for the ordinary soldier. This site has been set up for web surfers, veterens, historians and relatives to see the exploits and accomplishments of two great Canadians. Exploits of WWII soldiers
in Kiska, Normandy and Holland. Battle Honours include Falaise, Foret ... ]
Canadian Navy of Yesterday and Today - Information in text and photo about the Ships of the Canadian Navy of the past and present.
Meta Description: [ Information about the Ships of the Canadian Navy ]
Canadian Tracks - Vehicles and equipment of the Canadian Army from World War Two to today.
CBC Indepth: Canada's Military - News archive and information about Canada's Forces overseas, NORAD, Peacekeeping, and links to information about Canada's involvement in various military campaigns.
CdnMilitary.ca - Web-based discussion community for Canadian military issues. Includes monthly feature articles and military fact sheets.
Military Photographers Association of Canada - Information regarding a reunion of all past and present members of the Canadian Forces Imagery trade.
Meta Description: [ A Canadian Military Photographers Association site with information regarding a reunion of all past and present members of the Canadian Forces Imagery trade. ]
National Search and Rescue Secretariat (NSS) - Acts as a liaison for Search and Rescue (SAR) agencies and all partners involved in Canadian search and rescue.
Pinetree Line - North American air defence radar stations.
Meta Description: [ The many radar stations on the Pinetree Line from the 1950s to 1990s employed thousands of Canadian and American service personnel. ]
PPCLI Kitshop - Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Regimental kit shop, an e-commerce site selling military gear, clothing and collectibles.
RCAF.com - Tells the story of Canada's Air Force from its beginning through to its creation as a permanent component of Canada's defence forces.
Meta Description: [ The history and Heritage of the the Canadian Air Force from its inception in 1918 to the present day. Includes photo galleries, online store, aircraft database and much more. ]
Ready Aye Ready - An Unofficial Canadian Navy Page - Text and photo information on the naval forces of Canada.
The Canadian Centres for Teaching Peace - Nonprofit organization promoting peace. Online centre provides resources, proposals, solutions and details regarding events and peace activists.
Meta Description: [ A peace resource site providing resources, information, proposals, solutions, links, feedback, a Peace guestbook and constant additions. ]
The Canadian Military Heritage Project - Presenting Canadian military history (the wars, uprisings and conflicts in which Canadians participated) to maintain the tradition of remembrance and to foster pride in our military heritage.
Meta Description: [ Search for your military ancestors. Learn about Canadian military history and find your genealogy ]
Veterans Affairs Canada - Canadian military history, medals and decorations and other collections. Tips on researching military related school projects. What services and benefits are available to veterans and how to apply for them (French available).
Victoria Cross Recipients - Lists Canadian recipients of the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy, many of which include links to their stories.
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