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Canadian troops do a lot around the world, but achieve very little

None of five overseas missions they’re currently committed to or deployed on has a clear-cut or attainable goal.

Opinion
BY SCOTT TAYLOR
October 10, 2018

Opinion | BY SCOTT TAYLOR | October 10, 2018

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