RCRM Speakers Series - Season 3

Food, Guns and Clan Politics: UNOSOM and UNITAF in Somalia (1992-1995)


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Season 3, Episode 2 Food, Guns and Clan Politics: UNOSOM and UNITAF in Somalia (1992-1995) In the early 1990s, Somalia was the theatre of violent clashes between various factions, wide spread starvation, and a refugee crisis. Under UN mandate, an international force was deployed to ensure delivery of humanitarian aid and restore order. Two of the participants, in leadership positions, former members of The Royal Canadian Regiment, were there and agreed to share their experience. Panellists: Brigadier General (retired) Dr Jim Cox, Colonel (retired) Dr. Colin McGee Facilitator: Dr. Georgiana Stanciu Sound Director: Mark Vogelsang
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RCRM Speakers Series - Season 3By The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum