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The Dropping of the Bomb Saved Us
Mr. MacDonell explains that with the help of the radio, the prisoners were made aware of the dropping of the bomb and that things were coming to an end.
Obtaining Parts for a Radio Receiver
Mr. MacDonell speaks about a dangerous undertaking by fellow POW’s stealing parts and building a radio receiver.
Canadian Families Knew Nothing
Mr. MacDonell tells how the Canadian families back home were in the dark about their capture and how they eventually found out.
Debilitating Health
Mr. MacDonell shares his countless bouts with a variety of diseases and infections.
Putting Dignity Aside
Mr. MacDonell talks more about daily life as a prisoner.
Typical Day as a POW
Mr. MacDonell describes his daily routine while working at the mine and the general treatment given by the Japanese army.
Physically Unfit to Work
Mr. MacDonell describes his physical state and inability to function all the while keeping hope alive.
Japanese Treatment Towards POW’s
Mr. MacDonell gives his thoughts on why they may have been treated so badly.
Humiliation as a POW
Mr. MacDonell shares his story of the inhumane treatment witnessed over his four year period as a POW.
Role as a Battlefield Leader
Mr. MacDonell speaks about the fact that there was not a lot of time for reflection.
The Attack of Stanley Village on Xmas Day (Part 2)
As platoon commander, Mr. MacDonell tells of the horrific order received to attack the village and how his soldiers kept up the fight and strength to defend showing no signs to surrender.
The Attack on Stanley Village on Xmas Day. (Part 1)
As platoon commander, Mr. MacDonell tells of the horrific order received to attack the village and how his soldiers kept up the fight to defend, showing no signs of surrender.
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