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Deadly Shelling and Mines
Mr. Goodfellow describes the death by shelling of several sick comrades quarantined in the same tent, and witnesses an unfortunate incident where a civilian and his dog are seriously injured by a land mine.
His Head Split in Two
Mr. Ferguson describes being designated to tend a mule which becomes the unfortunate victim of a German shell fragment.
My Hands Turned Black
Mr. Ferguson describes stealing a pair of boots, and after returning them being tightly lashed to a wagon wheel as punishment.
I Was Lucky All The Time
Mr. Ferguson discusses how lucky he felt he'd been and gives two good examples. The first is when a German shell lands at his feet and fails to explode. The second is having his great coat riddled by a strafing German airplane yet leaving him unharmed.
Training in Kingston, Ontario
Mr. Adamson tells a funny story about the shooting range.
Friendly Fire
Mr. Adamson talks about the last day he spent in Germany.
Arriving in Egypt
Mr. Gourlay speaks about his first impressions of Egypt and UN presence.
Egyptian Customs
Mr. Gourlay describes the customs of the Egyptian people and the implications thrust upon one another if they are disrespected.
Sandstorms and Flying Ants
Mr. Gourlay describes the type of living conditions experienced within their headquarters.
Hard Labour for Young Girls
Mr. Gourlay speaks about the role of the young women and the hard labour they endured.
Importance of Sterilization
Mr. Gourlay speaks about the many diseases affecting the soldiers and the importance of water sterilization.
Travelling to St. John's to Enlist
Mr. Brinson describes his train voyage to St. John's, being assisted by a soldier once there, and getting a complete uniform when he enlisted the following day.
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