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Irish, French or English
Mr. Toney discusses his recruitment and the army’s failure to accept his Aboriginal heritage, forcing him to enlist as an Irish Catholic.
We Relied On One Another
Ms. Streppa discusses the various emotional support networks that helped hospital and combat staff handle stress.
Managing Personnel in Cyprus
Mr. Henry describes being deployed to Cyprus and successfully managing his squadron in a somewhat uneventful theatre.
Reflections on Remembrance Day
Mr. Gray reflects on his contribution on D-Day and remembers past and present service personnel.
Transporting the Wounded
Mr. Gray describes transporting the wounded back to England after D-Day.
Slaughter at Omaha Beach
Mr. Gray gives a chilling description of the Allied assault at Omaha Beach on D-Day
Set to Sail!
Mr. Gray describes sweeping mines in the English Channel in preparation for the D-Day landing.
What are all the Minesweepers Doing Here?
Mr. Gray describes sailing to England and being briefed for the D-Day invasion.
They Were Ruthless and They Were Cruel
Mr. Gray talks about reassignment to HMCS Vegreville, sweeping mines in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and his respect for the abilities of German U-Boat captains.
First Christmas Away From Home
Mr. Gray talks about the ship’s crew and his first Christmas dinner at sea.
Nazi Submarines were Ruling Supreme
Mr. Gray talks about convoy duty and the HMCS St. Croix’s demise.
The Monkey Code
Mr. Gray discusses his initiation to life at sea, aboard HMCS St. Croix.
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