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Pride of Being a Veteran
Mr. MacDonald expresses his reluctance to participate in Remembrance Day yet how his service reinforced his pride of being a Veteran.
Taught by World War Two Veterans
Mr. Patrick speaks about his experiences while getting equipped for the Korean War and how protected he felt because of being taught by World War Two Veterans.
Operation Rudder Canceled
Mr. Poolton recalls the readiness of his regiment to embark in action against the enemy, only for it to be canceled.
Germans on the Beach
Not wanting to surrender, Mr. Poolton and company return to the beach where the Germans have taken over.
Getting Stretchers for the Wounded
With such ghastly sights of severely wounded soldiers, Mr. Poolton and company begin to assist while the German soldiers continue to shoot.
Taken Prisoner
Mr. Poolton shares his experience about being marched as a prisoner of war.
The First Night was Unforgettable
Having no food or water, Mr. Poolton describes the treatment and conditions en route to the POW camp.
Infestation of Bed Bugs and Fleas
Mr. Poolton describes the severe conditions of living quarters and the three types of soup they were given to eat.
Two Months Tied in Ropes
Marching off in Groups of 10, the POW’s are tied in ropes, left with very low morale and little hope for the future.
From Ropes to Chains
After two months in ropes, Mr. Poolton describes the situation where chains were used to tie their hands.
Decision to Dig a Tunnel
Mr. Poolton speaks about the announcement made by their sergeant major to dig a tunnel and process used to succeed.
Taking On A New Identity
Mr. Poolton describes his alternate escape plan since it was deemed best that he not use the tunnel.
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