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End of War Reaction
Mr. Haegert describes his reaction on the day in which he learned that the Second World War had ended.
Contribution of the Merchant Navy Towards War Efforts
Mr. Haegert talks about the contribution of the Merchant Navy to Canada’s war efforts in the Second World War.
Sweeping Mines
Mr. Guthrie describes the process of sweeping submerged mines with a ship.
Thick Jungle
Mr. Guthrie describes going ashore into the thick Burmese jungle.
Pick Up No Prisoners
Mr. Guthrie explains why they would not pick up enemy mariners from the water.
Ferrying Special Forces Behind Japanese Lines
Mr. Guthrie describes ferrying special forces behind Japanese lines, highlighting one instance when it was doubtful they would make their return.
VE Day
Mr. Guthrie recalls finding out the war in Europe was over, a few days after the fact.
Interesting Leave
Mr. Guthrie describes two interesting leaves in Burma involving a rogue elephant and a tiger.
People Paid to Kill You & You're Paid to Kill Them
Mr. Hawn explains why the time he was stationed with North Atlantic Treaty Organization in West Germany was not "peacekeeping".
What’s a Starfighter?
Mr. Hawn describes the Starfighter CF104, the plane he flew while stationed in West Germany.
Fleeting Fear
Mr. Hawn explains how fear was a fleeting emotion during missions, describing how time would pass exponentially faster the more scared you became.
Fat, Dumb, and Happy in Hostile Territory
Mr. Hawn recalls accidentally flying into East German airspace while stationed in West Germany, and explains the repercussions that followed.
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