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Wainwright tragedy highlights military risks
Four Canadian soldiers died in a peacetime training fire at CFB Wainwright.
In brief
Four Canadian soldiers died in a peacetime training fire at CFB Wainwright. A fire during peacetime military training at CFB Wainwright killed four Canadian soldiers. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Wainwright fire incident
A fire during peacetime military training at CFB Wainwright killed four Canadian soldiers.
Military service risks
Military service carries risks beyond the battlefield, even during peacetime.
Soldiers' families affected
Sons, daughters, husbands, wives, fathers, and mothers have been forever changed.
Training dangers
Soldiers train with weapons, explosives, and heavy equipment in unforgiving conditions.
Peacetime training
The tragedy occurred during peacetime exercises, not combat.
In short
A fire during peacetime military training at CFB Wainwright killed four Canadian soldiers.
