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And there were nobody allowed ashore
Mr. Evans describes how he went ashore to Iceland despite orders because of the presence of German spies in Iceland. When he returned, he was severely reprimanded by his superiors.
They called that the coffin side.
Mr. Evans tells of his ship running out of ammunition on a voyage to Russia in a convoy, and how some men refused to go down into the hold because they feared they’d be trapped if the ship was bombed by German planes.
Thank God for us who were the lucky ones.
Mr. Evans reflects on the loss of everyone involved in the Second World War, gives thanks for his own survival, and describes a pilgrimage to Russia.
You didn’t know whether you’d live or die.
Mr. Evans describes his feelings while being under attack on the way to Murmansk, the destruction of the docks at Murmansk by the Luftwaffe, and returning safely to England while the other half of his convoy strays into an Allied minefield and loses six ships.
He fought tooth and nail for the Merchant Navy.
Mr. Evans describes how Canada’s fledgling Merchant Navy was manned, and describes the trials that the Merchant Navy had in getting recognition for its war service, with particular thanks to the late Senator Jack Marshall who championed their cause.
Former enemies
Mr. Sperry talks about how he looks at Veterans from the opposite side and what it would have been like if he had been born in their countries.
Harassing Fire
Mr. Field talks about a Harassing Fire Command Post and about getting pinned down by enemy fire.
Friendly Fire
Mr. Grossinger talks about being in Afghanistan when four soldiers where lost to friendly fire.
Afghanistan
Mr. Grossinger talks about being in Afghanistan and what it was like to be in a combat situation. He describes the environment and the physical challenges of being there. He also talks about going through caves when looking for the enemy.
Flashbacks
Mr. Grossinger talks about having flashbacks and how difficult it is to deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He also talks about how he lost a friend to suicide who suffered from PTSD.
Sights and smells in Bosnia
Mr. Grossinger talks about what he saw and smelled going into Okachani.
Nursing and how it has changed since the War
Mrs. Page talks about her love of nursing, and how much different it is today. She talks about nursing her own mother until her death at 108, and her hospital getting ready for D-Day.
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