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D-Day
Mr. Thompson describes the atmosphere among his troops as D-Day arrived.
Enemy Encounter
Mr. Thompson recalls his first encounter with the enemy.
Juno Beach
Mr. Thompson remembers the first and second days in France after going ashore at Juno Beach.
Shrapnel Injury
On his second day in France, Mr. Thompson was taken out of action after a piece of shrapnel lodged in one of his legs.
Close Relationships
Close relationships developed as a result of wartime service. Mr Thompson reflects on one that lasted a lifetime.
Close Relationships
Mr. Thompson speaks of the impact his wartime service had and continues to have on his life. He also shares what he feels future generations of Canadians should know about the sacrifices his generation made during the Second World War.
Attack on Hellville (Part 1 of 2)
Mr. Rusling describes the attack on Hellville with 20mm guns and mortars. It was the first time that he saw a grenade being thrown. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Attack on Hellville (Part 2 of 2)
After the initial attack they had to search all the buildings one by one.
Joining the Royal Canadian Artillery (RCA)
Mr. Blackburn talks about why he ended up in the RCA, versus the navy or the air force (or the infantry).
Lessons learned in Training
Mr. Blackburn talks about valuable lessons he learned in training.
Motorcycle Convoys
Mr. Blackburn talks about the dangers of riding a motorcycle in a convoy.
Verriere Ridge
Mr. Smith talks about how he was wounded on the Verriere Ridge.
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