Questions 36-52 Flashcards
Who presented the force with its second Guidon?
Queen Elizabeth II in July 1973 at Depot on Sleigh Square
What are the four battle honours on the retired Guidon in the Chapel?
1) Northwest Rebellion 1885
2) South Africa 1900-1902
3) France and Flanders (WW1) 1918
4) Siberia 1918-1919
What battle honour did they add to the new Guidon?
Europe: 1939-1945
What was the first plane used and when was it first put into service?
The Dragonfly in 1937
Why was the NWMP created in 1873?
To prevent American expansion north of the 49th parallel post Civil War and to create a government presence among First Nations prior to western settlement.
What was the intended route of the Lost Patrol?
Fort MacPherson, NWT to Dawson, YT
What do the yellow stripes on our blues signify?
Calvary (In 1876 a yellow stripe was added to navy pants/breeches replacing the tan or steel grey breeches)
What was the troop number of the first all-woman troop and when did they start training?
Troop 17, September 1974
What is the proper name for the parade square at Depot?
Sleigh Square, named after Cst. Ralph Bateman Sleigh who was killed in a skirmish at Cut Knife Hill.
What is the significance of the 7lb cannon in front of the Drill Hall during summer months?
It was used in the Yukon Gold Rush, under the command of Sam Steele.
What is the significance of 3 paces?
3 paces is approximately 8 ft or the length of a horse.
When did equitation training end for regular recruits at Depot?
- The building is currently MPTF.
What is the official anniversary of Depot?
November 1, 1885
Which ministry is responsible for the supervision of the RCMP?
Ministry of Public Safety
There is a National Historic site marker on the east side of B Block. What is it dedicated to?
The St. Roch, one of the RCMP’s vessels.
