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Posted on 07/05/2009 12:50:58 PM PDT by Clive
Canadian soldier dies in Quebec hospital from injuries sustained in Afghanistan
CLS NR–09.001 - July 5, 2009
OTTAWA– A Canadian soldier who recently sustained serious injuries in Afghanistan passed away in a Quebec hospital yesterday.
The deceased is Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud from the 2e Batallion, Royal 22e Régiment based at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier, near Quebec City.
At approximately 9:15 a.m. Kandahar time on June 23, 2009, Master-Corporal Michaud was seriously injured when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated near his dismounted patrol in Panjwayi District, southwest of Kandahar City.
Master-Corporal Michaud was evacuated by helicopter to the coalition medical facility at Kandahar Airfield and subsequently moved to the Landstuhl Regional Medical Centre in Germany. He arrived in Quebec City on June 28, 2009 and succumbed to his injuries at approximately 2 p.m. EDT on July 4, 2009 in a Quebec City hospital.
Master-Corporal Michaud was serving as a member of the 2e Batallion, Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group in Kandahar, Afghanistan. This was his third operational tour and second to Afghanistan.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of our fallen comrade during this very difficult time.
Master-Corporal Michaud lost his life as a direct result of his participation in operations to enhance security for the people of Kandahar Province. We will not forget his sacrifice as the Canadian Forces continues to work with Afghans and our allies to bring peace and stability to the region.
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Prayers for his eternal rest.
This regiment sometimes called the 'Vandoos' is made up primarily of French Canadians, most from the province of Quebec. This regiment has distinguished itself in WWI, WWII, & in various NATO roles.
CTV.ca News Staff
A Canadian soldier injured in Afghanistan last month has died of his injuries in a Quebec City hospital.
Master Cpl. Charles-Philippe Michaud, from the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment based at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier, died at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Michaud was injured around 9:15 a.m. on June 23, when he stepped on a mine while on foot patrol in the Panjwaii district, southwest of Kandahar City.
He was evacuated by helicopter to the hospital at Kandahar Airfield before being flown to the Landstuhl Regional Medical Centre in Germany.
Michaud was flown to Quebec City on June 28.
According to a Defence Department news release, Michaud, 28, was on his second tour in Afghanistan.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Sunday he knew of Michaud’s “heroic battle” to survive his injuries and offered his condolences to the soldier’s family.
“We honour his sacrifice,” Harper said in a statement. “We stand by our troops and allies in the struggle to bring Afghans a better future and make Canadians safer.”
Defence Minister Peter MacKay also issued a statement, saying Michaud’s “sacrifice will never be forgotten.”
“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,” MacKay said.
“Thanks to Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud, progress and change is taking place in Afghanistan.”
Col. Jean Marc Lanthier, commander of the 5th Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group, called Michaud a mentor to other soldiers, as well as a model soldier.
According to Lanthier, Michaud never regained consciousness.
He is survived by his wife, parents and brother.
Michaud’s death brings to 122 the total number of Canadian soldiers who have died as part of the Afghan mission since it began in 2002.
Thank you for this note.
May God bless and keep our Canadian brother. He has served his country, and freedom, well.
Our hearts ache for the loved ones of those giving all in this struggle. We also care for those who have been hurt or maimed whole protecting our countries.
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