The Canadian Signalling Corps (Militia) was formed on 24 October 1903 and was one of the first military organizations of the British Commonwealth to be fully dedicated to military communications. Communicators, assisted by their civilian partners, have provided vital communications and electronics support during the First World War, the Second World War, the Korean War, United Nations and other multinational operations, and humanitarian and disaster relief - performing with great distinction, devotion and pride, often at great personal risk. The rich and illustrious history of the men and women of the military communications community is reflected in the motto of the Communications and Electronics Branch of the Canadian Forces: Velox Versutus Vigilans (Swift, Accurate, and Watchful).