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Names chosen for the Royal Canadian Navy's new Joint Support Ships |
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have been chosen for the Royal Canadian Navy’s two new Joint Support
Ships (JSS), which will be built by Vancouver Shipyards Co. Ltd. in
North Vancouver, B.C. The ships will be named Her Majesty's Canadian
Ship (HMCS) Queenston and HMCS Chateauguay in recognition of the significant
battles of Queenston Heights and Chateauguay during the War of 1812. |
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Royal Canadian Navy future Joint Support Ship
(Picutre: ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems)
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The announcement was made by the Honourable Rob Nicholson,
P.C., Q.C., Member of Parliament for Niagara Falls and Minister of National
Defence, during a ceremony in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., October 25.
"The names recognize the achievements and sacrifices of those early
Canadian soldiers who fought and died in these critical battles during
the War of 1812," said Minister Nicholson. "The War of 1812
was a defining moment in our nation's history that contributed to shaping
our identity as Canadians and ultimately our existence as a country."
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The JSS is based on based on the German Navy’s Berlin Class Einsatzgruppenversorger
(EGV – Task Force Support Ship)
(Picutre: ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems)
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"Canada's rich military history is a source
of inspiration for the men and women who currently serve in the Royal
Canadian Navy," said Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, Commander Royal
Canadian Navy. "The events surrounding the War of 1812 remind us
of the sacrifices of soldiers and sailors who fought for their country
during a pivotal moment in Canadian history."
Traditionally, the name of a class of warship is derived from the name
of the first vessel in this class to be constructed. HMCS Queenston
will be built first, therefore, the two JSS will be known as the Queenston-class.
These ships will provide underway replenishment capability for fuel
and other supplies, and offer hospital facilities and strategic sealift
for operations ashore. They will ensure that the military can continue
to monitor and defend Canadian waters and make significant contributions
to international naval operations. The JSS will provide Canada with
a modern, task-tailored, globally deployable support capability for
naval task groups for extended periods.
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