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Just in Time For D-Day
Mr. Ross enlisted on his 18th birthday and was assigned to ‘C’ Company of the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada. He recalls preparation for the invasion of Normandy.
Help on the Home Front
Mr. Ross was only 14 years old when Canada declared war on Germany in September, 1939. As the home front war effort expanded, he was hired as an apprentice fitter in the aircraft division of Vickers, near Montreal.
The Sights and Sounds of War
Mr. Finestone explains the factors of war that may cause Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
What Makes a Good Fighter Pilot?
Mr. Weir gives his opinion about the characteristics that make a good fighter pilot.
The Hurricane vs The Spitfire
Mr. Weir compares the Hurricane and the Spitfire.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Mr. Finestone responds to the question, “Was Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) common during your service?”
Remembrance Day
Mr. Finestone describes the significance that November eleventh has for him.
Some Words For Children of Future Generations
Mr. Finestone describes what he would say to children of future generations.
Reaction to the Holocaust
Mr. Finestone describes his reaction to the Holocaust.
Would You Do it Again?
Mr. Finestone describes why he would do it all over again.
Readjusting to Civilian Life
Mr. Finestone describes how he had a hard time readjusting to civilian life after he returned home to Canada. He also describes the contrast between what was going on in Canada and what his regiment was doing overseas.
Return Home to Canada
Mr. Finestone describes his injuries, his return home and the reaction of his parents upon his return to Canada.
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