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Canadian Woman Fights on Ukraine Frontline

A Canadian tank gunner serves on the front lines of the war in Ukraine, detailing her experiences, motivations, and challenges.

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Lord Strathcona’s Horse RegimentCanadian Armed Forces25Th Airborne Brigade

Brittney Shki-GiizisVladimir Putin

What are the main dangers she faces in combat?: The biggest dangers she faces are Russian explosive drones. Although she has engaged in combat and hit targets, she acknowledges the inherent risks of her position.
Who is Brittney Shki-Giizis and what is her current role?: Brittney Shki-Giizis, a 31-year-old Canadian tank gunner, is fighting on the front lines in Ukraine near Pokrovsk. She left the Canadian army to actively participate in the fight against Russia.
What are the conditions and challenges of her service in Ukraine?: She joined Ukraine's 25th Airborne Brigade and operates a Soviet-era T-80 tank. Despite facing sexism and language barriers, she's adapted and enjoys the adrenaline of combat.
What are her feelings about her decision and her current situation?: While she misses her family and former colleagues, she feels her skills are better utilized in Ukraine, and finds camaraderie with her Ukrainian comrades-in-arms.
What was her previous role in the Canadian military and why did she leave?: Shki-Giizis previously served as a captain in the Canadian Armed Forces, training Ukrainian soldiers on Leopard-2 tanks in Poland. She left due to dissatisfaction with her role in the CAF.

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