Statement by the Minister of National Defence on the Death of Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud
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OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- 07/05/09 --
The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National defence and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, issued the following statement today on the death of a Canadian Soldier.
"I wish to express my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud.
Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud was a valiant and courageous Canadian soldier who died in service to his country and the world community after being wounded in Afghanistan during a patrol June 23.
His sacrifice will never be forgotten and increases Canada's resolve to help the Afghan people in a UN-sanctioned, NATO-led mission.
Thanks to Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud, progress and change is taking place in Afghanistan."
Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud is from the 2e Batallion, Royal 22e Regiment based at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier, near Quebec City.
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Information: 1-866-377-0811/613-996-2353
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