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I can’t tell you what fear is
Mr. Hall discusses the concept of fear in relation to the action at Leopold Canal.
My wireless set was blown to nothin’
Mr. Hall describes close calls at The Abbie and at Calais.
We fought and saved each other’s lives
Mr. Hall reflects on how people change during wartime, and making today's children aware of the contribution of Veterans to their freedom.
“Shot Down!!!” Part 1 of 8
Mr. Pochailo begins his saga describing an aerial attack on his bomber
“Shot Down!!!” Part 2 of 8
Mr. Pochailo describes his escape from his disabled bomber
Poor Preparation, Poor Procedure
Mr Peterson recalls how the Canadians were trained following their arrival in Hong Kong.
Reunited
Mr. Peterson recalls the night he was reunited with his twin brother during the Battle of Hong Kong.
"I'd rather shoot myself"
Mr Peterson recalls what he said he’d do if he was to be captured, and what happened when the time came.
Escape
Mr. Peterson tells about the now famous incident of four Winnipeg Grenadiers escaping from North Point POW Camp, and how he was supposed to be amoung them.
Diseases
Mr Peterson recalls the toll disease took on the POWs in Shamshuipo POW Camp: diphtheria, beri-beri, dysentery, malaria, and hot feet.
Slave Labour Selection
Mr Peterson recalls the selection process of the slave Labour drafts.
Christmas Propaganda
Mr Peterson recalls the Christmas of 1944, and how their day of relief was nothing more than a propaganda exercise.
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