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Joining Under Peer Pressure
Mr. Summersides recounts his training and being drafted to go overseas to Naples.
Going in the Right Direction
Mr. Preece provides his opinion of the importance the youth of today must have working together as a team rather than individuals to make our country strong.
The Dutch People Love Us!
Mr. Preece expresses the deep sense of gratitude the Dutch people have for the Canadian soldiers like himself and the care and upkeep of graves given to the Veterans who are laid to rest in their cemeteries
Not Prepared To Be So Frightened
Mr. Preece discusses the expectations he had on himself in being a good solder yet realizing that he was never prepared to be so afraid.
Unexpectedly Meeting My Brother
Unbelievable as it may seem, Mr. Preece shares the experience he had in meeting his brother in hospital; neither one aware the other joined up!
Getting Wounded Ended My Service
Mr. Preece recounts the situation where he became wounded and the path that followed being cared for in hospital by special doctors and nurses.
Close Encounter With The Enemy
Mr. Preece speaks about an instance where he encountered the enemy and struggles to accept the fact about his personal willingness to defend.
My First Time In Action
Thinking combat was going to be like the movies, Mr. Preece shares his story of the realization of fear and gruesome sights witnessed against the enemy
Signing Up Myself and a Friend
Once having an opportunity to join the Royal Regiment of Canada, Mr. Preece shares an amusing story of how he volunteered his friend to join as well.
A Great Thing To Be A Soldier
Mr. Preece shares his reasons for joining the service and the path of excitement and pride he experienced in being a soldier
Freedom is not Free
Mr. Palmer expresses his views on how Canada’s freedom has been hard fought.
The Importance of Paying Your Respect
Mr. Palmers shares a sincere moment with his son as they salute and honour the fallen at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider memorial in Ottawa.
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