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Sailing into Action
Mr. Stanway recalls sailing into action from Scotland to Sicily in May of 1943; a journey which included a torpedo attack and rough seas.
Under Fire in Italy
Mr. Stanway recalls his battery coming under fire in Italy and how his friend incurred an injury during the attack.
Anti-Aircraft Battery Driver / Mechanic
Mr. Stanway describes his position as a driver/mechanic for the 5th Battery Anti-Aircraft Unit.
Friendly Fire
Mr. Stanway recalls how his battery was mistakenly attacked by an American fighter, which they in turn shot down.
Wounded: A Narrow Escape
Mr. Stanway recalls being wounded by shellfire just outside of Ortona, Italy.
D-Day Dodgers: Forgotten in Italy
Mr. Stanway recalls that he and his Battery (and other troops in Italy) were discouraged by being labelled the D-Day Dodger and by the amount of news attention given to the Western Front.
Personal Sacrifice
Mr. Stanway notes that his one regret of serving in the war was giving up Junior hockey. However, he notes that in similar circumstances he would do it all again.
Comradery
Mr. Stanway speaks to the comradery that still exists between himself and the friends he joined up with, and other WWII Veterans.
Training in Canada
Mr. Finestone was a Junior Officer. He describes the training he received and the training he provided in Canada to prepare himself and his men for war.
An Officer Too Scared To Fight
Mr. Reitsma explains how some of the officers were more scared than enlisted men, recalling an instance when one became so scared he got sent home.
One Year Was Enough
Mr. Reitsma explains how one year in Korea was enough, believing that any more time would drive a man completely nuts. He also details how his service changed him, explaining how he was so different upon his return home that his own mother was frightened of him.
Never a Question of Not Serving
Mr. James recalls how obvious it was to his family that war was imminent and they would be involved. He then explains how those trained as radar mechanics were sure to be deployed overseas rather than remain in Canada.
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