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A Lot of Opposition
Mr. Chiasson describes the level of opposition and loss of men during the attack on the beach.
Scared all the Time
Mr. Chiasson expresses his emotions during his time and the wonder of his own survival.
Living in a Slit Trench
Mr. Chiasson describes a slit trench and the importance of taking cover.
Dreams still haunt
Mr. Chiasson shares the emotions of dreaming of fellow comrades and experiences of so many years ago.
Holding the Nijmegen bridge
Mr. Chiasson explains how his regiment was called in to hold the Nijmegen bridge for the winter to allow supplies to be built up for the anticipated spring drive.
The Final Days
Mr. Chiasson describes the final push and the last few hours before the war was finally over.
No Troop Ships Available
With the war over, Mr. Chiasson tells of the rigmarole and frustration in returning to Canada.
Appreciation of the Service Provided!
Mr. Chiasson expresses his admiration for the people who appreciated his service including the gratitude from the Dutch citizens for their liberation.
signing up
Mrs. Wilson talks about why she joined the air force, she explains she joined up after her brother was lost by being shot down as a tall gunner.
The Voyage to Hong Kong
Mr. Gerrard discusses the diet of mutton aboard ship and how pervasive its odor was. He describes his role as a signalman during the voyage overseas and on the difficult approach to Manila in pitch black conditions.
The Attack on Sham Shui Po Barracks
Mr. Gerrard describes the first air raid at Sham Shui Po which destroys the barracks. He is moved up to join the 1st Scottish Regiment's signal corps. With the threat of being overrun by the Japanese, a chaotic evacuation sees him move to the island of Hong Kong.
Shelling at Wan Chai Gap
Mr. Gerrard describes seeking refuge in a building in the Gap during a Japanese shelling. While inside, a shell bursts, blowing him backwards from the doorway of a room he was about to enter. He soon finds the room is full of dead and wounded men. A wounded soldier whom he helps evacuate later dies.
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