The Rise and Fall of Canada’s Cold War Air Force

Extract from article: “During the critical Cold War period, the RCAF became Canada’s first line of defence, making an essential contribution to the collective defence of Western Europe through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Concurrently, the RCAF underwent tremendous expansion in Canada contributing to North American defence, along with significant increases in its training, maritime and transport capabilities. The RCAF developed into the largest military service with the biggest portion of the defence budget.”

Bomarc Interceptor Missile

RCAF Voodoo Interceptor Firing a Genie Rocket

CF 100 Canadian Designed and Built Interceptor