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Wireless Air Gunner Training
Mr. Pitt describes his training experiences, including an amusing story about the antics of some of the training pilots ‘wing wrestling'.
Repercussions of War
Mr. Grossinger talks about the nightmares and flashbacks he has had and how it has affected his life, after the war in Afghanistan.
First Contact With The Battle Front
Mr. Ferguson describes travelling to the front by train, and arriving as Hill 355 was being consolidated by Canadian troops. He then describes proceeding to The Hook, where he comes to realize that the enemy are trained killers too.
Listening Patrols Vulnerability
Mr. Ferguson describes the purpose of a listening patrol, and reflects on his vulnerability in such an exposed environment.
Civilians Helped At Great Risk
Mr. Ferguson describes how Korean civilians provided food and laundry services, despite the fact that they were often targeted by enemy artillery.
Canadian Losses at Hill187
Mr. Ferguson describes the Canadians being overrun on Hill 187.
Imminent Cease Fire
Mr. Ferguson discusses the cease fire negotiations, the potential impact of Hill 187 on those discussions, and the relief on both sides that accompanied the truce.
North Korea’s Psychological Warfare
Mr. Ferguson describes North Korea’s efforts to unnerve Canadian entrenchments, and offers a vivid example of its success.
Fighter Patrols and Rules of Engagement
Mr. Ferguson describes the nervous tension he experienced during fighter patrols, and discusses ‘Rules of Engagement’, which outlined the procedures for entering a fire fight.
Band of Brothers
Mr. Ferguson discusses the bonding and brotherhood that begins in basic training, and which receives its ultimate test in combat.
North Korean Leaflets and PA Systems
Mr. Ferguson describes the mind messing that the North Koreans did with propaganda leaflets and messages broadcast on huge PA systems.
Military and Civilian Casualties
Mr. Ferguson discusses the importance of remembering both military and civilian victims of war. He stresses the need for today’s youth to lobby our politicians to adopt a stance that embraces peace as the first option.
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