To the Soldier Medic

Sensors to Support the Soldier

The Canadian Medic-Alert Foundation.

A little girl, Linda Collins, cut her finger while playing. Taken to hospital to have it sutured she was routinely tested for tetanus antitoxin sensitivity. Within minutes she was in violent anaphylactic shock. It was touch and go for several days. The year was 1956, the place l'urlock, California. Linda's father, Dr. Marion Collins, decided then that a distinctive ident must be devised to prev...

The physical and skill standards of the future soldier to be present on the battlefield

Background: Looking at recent wars and studying their impact on the military, economic and political independence of countries, as well as anticipating the organization of future wars in science and technology, one can infer the importance of appropriate strategies, approaches, policies, and tactical measures in pursuit of success on the battlefield. Among these measures, planning to train huma...

The Soldier and Autonomy

Sergeant Varisano was part of an art team called upon to document Operation Desert Shield in the Persian Gulf War. This watercolor, depicting the loneliness and responsibility of guard duty, also depicts all soldiers who, by virtue of being soldiers, set aside their individual autonomy for this period to be part of the team and the mission.

The Female Soldier

Since the 1970s, women have been increasingly integrated into the military; in Iraq and Afghanistan many women served on the frontline in combat. This article argues women’s integration has been facilitated by the all-volunteer professional forces in which individuals are judged purely by competence. Female soldiers have been accepted in all military roles if they perform competently. There are...