Damian Brooks at Babbling Brooks been pointing out the shriveling of the Canadian military for some time. Now, in one thorough post, he collects a lengthy listing of evidence that is, to say the least, very persuasive.
You spot shadows in the woods and yell ‘wolf’. Everyone ignores you.
Read it all. Our neighbors up north have certainly taken a leisurely walk down the path of international obsolescence, whistling merrily along the way. Had the country a fraction of the love and respect for their military and its past glory that it did for hockey, Damian’s efforts would not be needed.
Also, read the comments for a good Tolkien analogy and this sad observation from Damian:
Our military is collapsing, and Canadians don’t seem to care.