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Night Patrols into the German Lines
Mr. Buchanan explains how the weather affected patrolling at night.
Teamwork
Mr. Garrison describes the interdependence and diversity of an air crew.
'Friendly Fire' incident.
Mr. Garrison describes the consequences of inaccurate targeting, the death of 600 allied soldiers.
Stay or Go
Mr. Chaisson recalls how a going away party for him helped him decide to make a career out of the services.
Discipline and Modern Readiness
Mr. Chaisson speaks of how the level of discipline in the military today is nowhere near what it was when he entered the service, and the negative impact he thinks it's had on the readiness of the military.
Training and Deployment
Mr. Reid describes deployment on arrival in England. He discusses the difficulties presented by the Sterling Bomber, and his posting to 49 Squadron / 5 Group and bombing raid the day of his arrival.
Crew Composition
Mr. Reid describes crew composition and the relationship between British and Canadian airmen.
Bombing Run
Mr. Reid describes a bombing run; the responsibilities of the crew and sequence of events during a bombardment.
Master Bomber
Mr. Reid describes in detail the technique of aiming bombs. He adds some comments about improving technology.
'Coning'
Mr. Reid describes German anti-aircraft strategy. Describes an air fighter evasion and emergency landing.
Bombing Strategies
Mr. Reid describes American 'formation' bombing vs. the more individualistic approach used by the Royal Air force. Mentions consequences of missing targets.
No Recognition
Mr. White recalls how the service of the Merchant Navy wasn't recognized after the war.
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