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Cold War Europe
Mr. Belzile describes the high level of training received by the Canadian military in Cold War Europe
I Call it a University
Mr. Belzile describes the value of training with large NATO forces.
<em>Ich bein ein Berliner</em>
Mr. Belzile discusses NATO’s commitment to West Germany, and Canada’s military role there
Cyprus Situation
Mr. Belzile discusses the frustration of peacekeeping within the cumbersome United Nations bureaucracy and talks about the situation in Cyprus.
Diplomacy Doesn’t Have a Rank
Mr. Belzile discusses the Canadian military’s predisposition towards diplomatic solutions.
As Good as Any
Mr. Belzile reflects on the character of Canada’s Armed Forces.
Keeping Mother Safe
Mr. Estwick discusses how he felt his mother’s safety was directly threatened by the German threat in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and as a result joining the Royal Canadian Air Force to fight the enemy on his own soil.
Reasons for joining the Navy
Mr. Brown shares his story about the desire to join the navy and his chance to go to sea.
Bad Outbreak of Boils
Mr. Brown describes how a bad outbreak of boils after service aboard the HMS Belfast led to a charge of “absent from duty” and a confinement to barracks for 14 days, with a surprising outcome.
Crane Operator
Mr. Brown describes his position as crane operator aboard the HMS Belfast. He describes the danger, responsibility and cold temperatures on the waters off Iceland.
Skiing in Russia
Mr. Brown shares a humourous adventure of skiing in Russia and how he accidentally skied through a group of British officers watching his performance.
The Value of Marriage
Mr. Brown speaks about meeting the love of his life during the war and how, after 59 years, they still hold a strong bond of marriage.
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