Post by Matthew Connelly

In early 2021, I first met David Marshall, who over the years would grow to be my favorite Canadian of all time 👇🏻 Fast forward to 2026, For me, Dave became a profoundly inspiring mentor on all things Arms Control. —A niche subfield in international diplomacy that deals with security and trust among nations. Dave is an amazing storyteller as he teaches, And even though reading treaties are often a cure for insomnia, Thier verification is actually quite thrilling. Not to mention important in ways the public rarely hears about. Unsung heroes like Dave are one of the reasons we can rest a bit easier at night. Find people who inspire you, and learn from them, my friends 🦄 ——— #wearenato | NATO | NATO SCHOOL OBERAMMERGAU Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes 🇨🇦 | United States Air Force 🇺🇸