Canadians have a great deal of respect for soldiers, but they don’t know enough about what they actually do, says Governor General David Johnston who is also commander-in-chief. Canadian Press (CP) reports that Johnston says events such a Remembrance Day on November 11 “are important for recognizing and raising awareness of the duty and sacrifice demonstrated by Canada’s military personnel on the battlefield.”
A public opinion poll conducted by Canada’s Department of National Defense found many people have only a limited familiarity with the military, if any, reports CP.
‘Construct order out of chaos’
Johnston is quoted as saying he has come to learn that Canada’s military is unique in its ability to both fight and “construct order out of chaos.” Besides being soldiers they offer help rebuilding communities and countries stricken by natural disaster or conflict, he noted in an interview with the wire service.
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