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Originally posted by Herb Danter
...FYI Jon: the current Master Gunner Of St.James Park is
General Sir Alex Harley KBE CB and I understand that as long as we are part of the Royal Regiment of Artillery he is also our Master Gunner of the Royal Regiment Of Canadian Artillery
UBIQUE
Herb Danter
co-Chair & Secretary/treasurer
Limber Gunners Association
c/o 7th Toronto Regiment RCA
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Another Artillery anomaly. There is, as was very well described by Mr. Danter, The Master Gunner of St. James Park. But there are also many fine gentlemen wearing Artillery and Armoured cap badges who are granted the title of Master Gunner as well. The distinction between the two: one is a very well respected honourary appointment, the other a hard earned Canadian military qualification.
We tend to be different and distinct in our traditions than the "others", i.e. The Artillery are the only army organization that has a Captain General.
I wonder if Gunner will be posting soon? Mike?