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In 1990, Canada joined the first UN–sanctioned war against a sovereign state since Korea. Rocket War is a four-part documentary series exploring Canada’s role in the Persian Gulf War as told through the voices of those who served. Focusing on Operation Friction, the series traces Canada’s contribution at sea, in the air, and on the ground—from Royal Canadian Navy ships enforcing UN sanctions in th... more

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In the final episode of Rocket War, we explore what happened after the guns fell silent in the 1991 Gulf War. From the rapid redeployment of Canadian forces and emotional homecomings to the difficult return to civilian life, this episode reveals the ... more

In this episode of Rocket War, the ground war begins. When Britain asks for help, 1 Canadian Field Hospital is rushed to the Saudi desert, where doctors, nurses, and medics prepare for chemical attacks, Scud missiles, and mass casualties. From traini... more

In this episode of Rocket War, we explore Canada’s air war during the first Persian Gulf War, tracing how Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 fighter jets and aircrew deployed to the Middle East following Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait. Drawing on firsthand ac... more

In the early hours of August 2, 1990, Iraq invaded Kuwait, setting off a chain of events that would draw Canada into the first Gulf War. In this opening episode of Rocket War, we explore how Canada went from peacekeeping posture to active military en... more

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Recent Guests

Nathasha Mohr
Wife/partner of Gulf War veteran Richard Mohr
Family of veteran
Episode: The Aftermath
Richard Mohr
Petty Officer First Class, sailor aboard HMCS Athabaskan
Canadian Navy
Episode: The Aftermath
Harold Davis
Master Corporal, Air Force veteran
Persian Gulf Veterans of Canada
Episode: The Aftermath
David Deere
Cf-18 fighter pilot interviewed about ground support missions
Canadian Armed Forces
Episode: Boots on the Ground
Paul Molnar
Captain, CF-18 Hornet pilot, part of the first Canadian group to Gulf
Royal Canadian Air Force
Episode: Scramble Order
Claude St-Ange
Loadmaster on C-130 Hercules transporting equipment to the Gulf
Canadian Forces
Episode: Scramble Order
Donald MacPherson
Master Corporal, communications system technician at Canada Dry bases
Canadian Forces
Episode: Scramble Order
Sean Maloney
Historian for 4 Canadian Mechanized Brigade in Germany
Academic/Military Historian
Episode: Scramble Order
Jean Morin
Operations Official Historian
Canadian Forces/Academia
Episode: Scramble Order

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Ryan Barnett
Host of Rocket War (series) with a focus on military history and storytelling. Frequently serves as host and producer.

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
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#208
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#202
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Apple Podcasts
#244
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A concise, narrative-driven examination of Canada's role in the Persian Gulf War, focused on land, sea, and air contributions and grounded in firsthand veteran testimony and historical analysis. Episodes highlight the demobilization process, health and recognition challenges faced by veterans, and the broader impact on Canada's military identity in the post–Cold War era. A standout strength is the strong emphasis on personal stories from service members, medical staff, and historians, weaving in operational details with human consequences. The series' documentary approach and archival context make it a compelling listen for those interested in military history, veteran affairs, and the evolution of coalition warfare.

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Recent guests on Rocket War include:

1. Nathasha Mohr
2. Richard Mohr
3. Harold Davis
4. David Deere
5. Paul Molnar
6. Claude St-Ange
7. Donald MacPherson
8. Sean Maloney

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