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Taking a Hit for the New Guy
While trying to comfort a nervous reinforcement soldier, Mr. McInnis took a bullet that landed him in bed for seven months! He tells us how.
The Way Home
Though he had been wounded twice and had been through some tough times, Mr. McInnis still felt awkward going home. He tells us why.
Was the Second World War Worth Fighting?
Although no war can keep away from politics, Mr. McInnis believes they must be fought if they are just. In his opinion the Second World War was a just war. He explains why.
Remembrance Today
A very touching and thought provoking testimony on the value of remembrance.
Haunting Memories
In Mr. McInnis' own words "a combat soldier never gets over the war". Find out why...
Ack-Ack on the Monacher of Bermuda
Smokey talks about heading overseas on the Monacher of Bermuda and why he was assigned to the ack-ack.
Reaction to Dieppe
Smokey gives us his account of the Dieppe Raid and who he felt was responsible for the raid. He also tells of the reaction of the Canadian troops that were not involved in the raid.
First Successful Amphibious Landing
The Allies first successful amphibious landing in the Second World War took place on July 10, 1943, at Pachino, Sicily. Smokey tells us about that landing.
From England to Sicily
Smokey talks about his journey from England to Sicily
Wounded in Action
Smokey was injured by a piece of shrapnel near Mt. Etna. He speaks about being injured and returning to action.
Shoe Mines and S-Mines
When the German’s were retreating from a position the only thing they left behind were mines. Smokey tells us about two types of mines they used.
Mouse Holing
Smokey talks about the procedure of "Mouse Holing" used in the Battle of Ortona.
Displaying 1921 to 1932 of 4589 results.