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Was it wicked leaders who led innocent populations to slaughter, or was it wicked populations who chose leaders after their own hearts? On the face of it, it seemed unlikely that one leader could force millions of Englishmen against their wills. If, for instance, Mordred had been anxious to make Englishmen wear petticoats, or stand on their heads, they surely would not join his party, no matter how clever or persuasive or deceitful or even terrible his inducements?

A leader was surely forced to offer something which appealed to those he lead.

- T.H White; The once and future King

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Today in Military History

July 8

1915:

Order in Council passed to increase Canadian Expeditionary Force to 150,000 men

1919:

The RCR deploy from the Halifax Garrison in Aid of the Civil Power to Glace Bay, Nova Scotia

1944:

Battle of Buron - Highland Light Infantry Despite their terrible losses, the Highland Light Infantry are proud of their first major action. Eleven soldiers were decorated for various acts of valour and inspired leadership, and Buron is eventually added to the regiments battle honours. The RHF of C holds an annual officers mess dinner in honour.

1944:

Operation Charnwood, frontal assault on Caen begins (Caen taken 9-10 July 43)

1944:

THE ORNE, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 9 July 44)

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