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Flight Training Accidents
Mr. Sproule recalls some dangerous incidents during his time as a flight instructor at Uplands Airport in Ottawa.
ATA Girls
Mr. Sproule remembers his surprise at seeing a female fighter pilot, and praises the abilities of the Air Transport Auxiliary.
Flying on Fumes
Mr. Sproule recalls a mission during which his Typhoon suffered a mechanical failure, placing him in quite a predicament.
Mid-Air Engine Failure
Mr. Sproule remembers experiencing a mid-air engine failure in a Typhoon during a test flight.
Camouflaging Sound from the Air
Mr. Sproule recalls being detailed to provide camouflage for the Army who was crossing a river - driving back Japanese from Burma.
Mistaken Identity
Mr. Sproule recalls a near dangerous case of mistaken identity in the jungle of Burma.
Shot on a Bombing Run
Mr. Sproule recalls being hit during a bombing run in Burma.
Duty to Defend, and Youth Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
Mr. Sproule expresses his opinions on one's duty to defend one's Country, and the young ages of Allied Airmen who paid the ultimate price.
Remembrance Day
Mr. Sproule reflects on what Remembrance Day means to him.
Nursing Near The Front Line In Belgium
After a short time at No. 20 Canadian hospital near London, England and some further training in Yorkshire, Miss Turner and some of her fellow nursing sisters are sent to Belgium. She chooses to serve at a Casualty Clearing Station. She explains the purpose of the CCS and the role it played near the front line.
Remembering Her Patients
Ms. Turner recalls one British soldier she had cared for at the Casualty Clearing Station in Belgium. Her memory of him still brings her to tears.
No Time For Making Friends In Belgium
Belgium was an occupied country while Miss Turner was in the Casualty Clearing Station there. Was she able to move freely around the country during her posting in Belgium?
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