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Childhood Memories of the First World War
Mr. Meiklejohn recalls childhood memories of the First World War, describing casualty lists, Armistice Day 1918, and meeting returning soldiers.
Starving in Holland
Mr. Gouchie describes the conditions in Holland when it was liberated by the Canadians.
Better to Wound than to Kill
During training Mr. Gouchie was told it was better to wound the enemy than to kill him. He tells us why and also tells us of the house they referred to as the "ghost house."
Mutt and Jeff
Mr. Gouchie tells a humorous story of his friend trying to eat his supper.
Close Call With a Tank
Mr. Gouchie recalls a time when he was almost run over by a tank.
Digging Holes
Mr. Gouchie tells us that he dug more holes over there (France) than you could plow up in a month and explains why.
Eleven Months of Action
Mr. Gouchie describes what he saw and went through for the eleven months following D-Day.
Being a Sniper
Mr. Gouchie talks about his role as a sniper.
The 2nd Wave
Mr. Gouchie was part of the 2nd wave that landed at Juno Beach on D-Day. He tells us about that landing and the first few hours of the battle.
A 50 Mile Forced March
Mr. Melanson describes reaching the Baltic ahead of the Russians and the hoard of German POWs in Canadian care.
Landing in a Tree!
Mr. Melanson describes parachuting over the Rhine with both tragic and humorous consequences.
Jonesy’s Story - A Tremendous Brotherhood
Mr. Melanson describes the tremendous bond among the remaining members of his battalion.
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