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German Directives Leave Canadian Commandos Alive
A technicality lets the Canadian commandos escape the firing squad upon their capture.
The “Dieppe Murderers”
Mr. Ryan paints a picture of the conditions of the prison camp he was taken to.
Roped for Reprisals
When German military found some of their own, hand bound and executed on the shores of Dieppe, they decided to bind the prisoners.
Changed to Chains
The initial reprisals of three months in ropes turned to a year and three months in chains.
Prison Camp’s Open Door Policy
Building and using escape tunnels is quite a process and was only used by those with important information.
Are All Canadian Soldiers Farmers?
Registering as a farmer while a prisoner of war meant having a slightly easier time.
The Dumbest Guy in the World
Mr. Ryan survives the firing squad once again, after being charged with sabotage, by playing the simpleton.
War is Not a Picnic
Killing people is not easy, especially when you are up close and personal with the enemy.
Beginning to Sense the End of the War
As the end of war draws near, Mr. Fowler remembers the feelings of relief that overcame the soldiers.
A Time to be Alone
Mr. Fowler expresses his emotions during visits to the graves of many of his fellow comrades and the importance of remembering them.
We all Serve as One!
Proud of his Metis heritage, Mr. Fowler shares his experience of serving alongside many soldiers with different cultural backgrounds all fighting for the one country they love.
A German Soldier was my Friend
Sharing a photograph of a young German soldier, Mr. Fowlers tells the story of how he connected with this young man during the war and the importance of visiting his gravesite after wartime.
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