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Horror of Hitler Youth
Mr. Ross speaks about the murder of members of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and other regiments by a division of Hitler Youth under the command of Kurt Meyer.
His Regiment Reacts to Hitler Youth Executions
Mr. Ross talks of the reaction of his regiment to the Hitler Youth executions and describes being on patrol in Bray.
Dangerous Front Line Night Patrols
Mr. Ross gives a remarkable account of night patrols on the front lines.
More Reaction To Hitler Youth Actions
The account of the night patrolling is concluded with a grim reference to the murder of Canadian soldiers and a reaction to the actions of members of the Hitler Youth.
Injured by Shrapnel - Cared For by Canadian Nursing Sisters
During an encounter with German forces, Mr. Ross sustained injuries from flying shrapnel. He was flown to hospital in England and recalls the kindness and care of the Canadian Nursing Sisters.
Back To The Front Line
Back in France, Mr. Ross is re-assigned to a mortar platoon as it moves into Belgium and the battle for Antwerp
More on the Liberation of Antwerp
Mr. Ross continues his account of the liberation of the city of Antwerp.
“The Glass House”
Mr. Weir describes the “Glass House”. A place where pilots that were lacking in moral fibre were sent to strengthen their courage and resolve.
Getting Shot Down (Part 1 of 4)
Mr. Weir recalls being shot down as a result of flying with many new recruits. He recalls that his attention was more focussed on helping the new recruits, rather than the flying.
Getting Shot Down (Part 2 of 4)
Mr. Weir continues his account of being shot down. He recalls how he ended up blind and in enemy occupied territory.
Getting Shot Down (Part 3 of 4)
Mr. Weir thinks back to the time when he had to bail out of his plane at 25,000 feet.
From Belgium Into Holland
Mr. Ross concludes his description of the action in Belgium and describes the move into Holland.
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