Blues Study Flashcards
On what date did the Force formally and legally come into existence?
August 30th, 1873
During what period of time was the Force called the North-West Mounted Police?
1873-1904
During what period of time was the
force called the Royal North-West Mounted Police?
1904-1920
What year did we become the Royal Canadian Mounted Police?
1920
Who gave the prefix “Royal” to the NWMP?
King Edward the VII
Why did King Edward the VII give us the Royal Designation?
For our Participation in the Boer War
What colour was added to the Tunic after our Royal designation?
Royal Blue
Three members of the North West Mounted Police and Royal North west Mounted Police were awarded the Victoria Cross. Name at least one of them and the war they were involved in.
- S/M Arthur Richardson - Boer War (1899-1902)
- Cst. George Pearkes - WW1 (1914-1918)
- Cst. Micheal O’Leary - WW1 (1914-1918)
Who is the current commissioner?
Brenda Lucki
Who was the first female to serve as acting Commissioner?
Commissioner Beverly Busson
What does “Maintiens le droit” mean in english?
Maintain the right
What two historical items of significance are kept in the Chapel?
The Honour Roll and the retired guidon
What is the quote from the bible that is written on the RCMP cenotaph?
“The trumpet shall sound”
What year was the march west?
1874
Who’s Crown is used on the crest of the RCMP?
Depending on the current monarch, either the St. Edward’s or Tudor crown. The Queen currently wears St. Edwards crown, the King wore the Tudor Crown
What is the correct name for the buffalo head on the badge of the force?
Bison
Who was the first commissioner?
Lt. Col. William Osborne Smith (interim commissioner from September 25th 1873 until October 17th 1873
Major General Sir George Arthur French (Permanent Commissioner from October 1873 until July 1876
What is the meaning of “A mari usque ad mare”?
It is the motto of Canada winch mean “from sea to sea”
Where is the phrase “A mari usque a mare” found?
It is found on the Canadian coat of arms on the blue ribbon
Who was the longest serving commissioner?
Aylesworth Bowen Perry
What building was named after Aylesworth Bowen Perry?
The A.B. Perry building where the CO has an office - at the corner of Sleigh square and the Chapel
What is significant about A.B. Perry’s term as commissioner?
He was the commissioner during the time we were called the NWMP, the RNWMP and the RCMP.
Where on base can you find the honour roll?
In the Chapel, in the drum major mace and in the stetson in the officers mess
Where did the six divisions A-F meet to begin the march west?
Fort Dufferin, Manitoba
What was the first fort of the force?
Fort Macleod
How many men did the force consist of originally?
150, prior to the beginning of the march west it was increased to 300
What was the total distance of the march west?
1500kms
What is another name for the high brown boots?
Strathcona boots
When were the strathcona boots implemented?
1901
When was the last time the force was together?
Great March West in July 1874
On arrival at Roche percee they were forced off 49th parallel by GC. A troop went to Edmonton and rest went to Fort Whoop-up.
What is Fort Whoop-up known as now?
City of Lethbridge
Name of the first vessel of the force and the year it was commissioned.
Keewatin in 1890 (it sank in Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba.
Who presented the Force with its first guidon?
Governor General Lord bessborough in 1935 at Depot Division
Who Presented the Force with its Second guidon?
Queen Elizabeth the II in July of 1973 at Depot Division on sleigh square
What are the four battle Honours on the retired guidon at the chapel?
Northwest rebellion 1885
South Africa 1900-1902
France and Flanders 1918
Siberia 1918-1919
What battle honour did they add the new guidon?
Europe, 1939-1945
What was the first section of the RCMP to get air conditioned vehicles and why?
The police Dog Service. Because the dogs overheated and required them to pant. When panting in extreme temperatures it affected their ability to track.
What is the first plane used and when was it put into service?
the Dragonfly, and in 1937
Why was the NWMP created in 1873?
To prevent American Expansion north of the 49th Parallel Post civil War, as well as creating a government presence among first nations people prior to settlement
What was the intended route of the lost Patrol?
Fort Machpherson NWT to Dawson YT
What do the yellow stripes on our blues signify?
Calvary. 1876 stripe was added to navy pants.
What was the troop number of the first all women troop and when did they start training?
Troop 17, September 1974
What is the proper name for the parade square at Depot?
Sleigh Square. named after Cst. Ralph Bateman Sleigh - killed in battle for cut knife kill
What is the significance of the 7lb cannon in the front of the drill hall in the summer months?
It was used in the yukon gold rush, under command of sam steele.
What is the significance of 3 paces?
3 paces is approx the length of a horse
When did riding horses end for regular recruits at depot?
1966
What is the Official Anniversary of Depot?
November 1st, 1885
Which ministry is responsible for the supervision of the RCMP?
Ministry of Public Safety
What is the National Historic site marker located on the east side of B Block dedicated to?
The St. Roch, one of the RCMP Vessels
Name of the first horse that was given a regimental number?
Nero, and number assigned was 295
What year did the Force start teaching cadets driver training?
Beginning of 1958
What major changes did the Force go through in 1974
- Females were invited to become regular members
- Members were paid overtime working over 40hrs a week
- Married Persons were allowed to join
- All vehicles delivered were in centennial blue and white
- Summer order of dress was short sleeve short, long blues/forge cap.
What was the last year for blue and white RCMP vehicles?
1994
Where did the Forge cap come from?
Originated from British Calvary that wore caps similar that were used to gather forge for their horses.
What service in 1972 helped police track stolen items and wanted persons?
CPIC - Canadian Police Information Centre
What is the St Roch?
First RCMP Vessel to travel from Vancouver to Halifax through NW passage in 1944 - first vessel to circumnavigate North America in 1943
What’s the history of the plane beside the parade square?
RCMP beach craft D18-CF was the first new one purchased by the force after world war two. 24 years of service.
When did the scarlet tunic replace the Norfolk jacket?
1875
in what year did the force recognize religious requirements with respect to the uniform?
March 15th 1990 the Turban was approved for use.
