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Under Fire in Italy
Mr. Stanway recalls his battery coming under fire in Italy and how his friend incurred an injury during the attack.
Anti-Aircraft Battery Driver / Mechanic
Mr. Stanway describes his position as a driver/mechanic for the 5th Battery Anti-Aircraft Unit.
Friendly Fire
Mr. Stanway recalls how his battery was mistakenly attacked by an American fighter, which they in turn shot down.
Wounded: A Narrow Escape
Mr. Stanway recalls being wounded by shellfire just outside of Ortona, Italy.
D-Day Dodgers: Forgotten in Italy
Mr. Stanway recalls that he and his Battery (and other troops in Italy) were discouraged by being labelled the D-Day Dodger and by the amount of news attention given to the Western Front.
Personal Sacrifice
Mr. Stanway notes that his one regret of serving in the war was giving up Junior hockey. However, he notes that in similar circumstances he would do it all again.
Comradery
Mr. Stanway speaks to the comradery that still exists between himself and the friends he joined up with, and other WWII Veterans.
Training in Canada
Mr. Finestone was a Junior Officer. He describes the training he received and the training he provided in Canada to prepare himself and his men for war.
Preparing for War
Mr. Finestone recalls his father’s advice to join the COTC as the war approached.
Joining the Service
Mr. Finestone recalls why he decided to join the service. His Canadian-Jewish background compelled him to go to war.
Crossing the Atlantic Ocean
Mr. Finestone describes the crossing to England and the efforts of a German broadcaster, Lord Haw-Haw to sap the morale of the soldiers.
Defending Brighton
Mr. Finestone describes defending Brighton and training his men. He also recalls the very first time he was shot at.
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