Filter by:
Displaying 4501 to 4512 of 4589 results.
Life in Trenches. Battle of Vimy Ridge.
Mr. Sutherland describes life in the trenches during the First World War. He also recalls his part in the battle of Vimy Ridge. He remembers how he spent his leaves in Scotland.
Close Relationships
As he annually takes part in Remembrance Day services each November 11th, Mr. Thompson's thoughts take him back to those days of the 1940's.
Pride in Sacrifice
Mr. Doherty recalls how his pride in service changed as the war progressed, and explains how he takes more pride in it today.
Protecting Convoys From The Wolf Pack
Mr. Doherty recalls the attack strategies of packs of German submarines, and describes hunting for them while escorting convoys.
Dangerous Stoke Hold Makes for Jumpy Nerves
Mr. Doherty recalls how the stoke hold was the most dangerous part of the ship. He then describes how he exited the war with jumpy nerves, having experienced so much, and remembers when he and a Petty Officer on the Guysborough thought they'd been torpedoed.
Sinking of the Guysborough
Mr. Doherty recalls hearing of the sinking of the Guysborough, and how it affected him emotionally.
Joining Up at Age 15
Mr. Doherty recalls how he was able to join the Navy at age 15, and his motivation for doing so.
I was a trumpeter
Mr. Wilson demonstrates that although his memory of overseas service may have faded, his love of singing and ability to do so are still very obvious.
“. . . I think it’s necessary to remember...”
Mr. Pochailo reflects on November 11
“...my final respects.”
Mr. Pochailo recounts a haunting reunion with a fallen friend
“...and yet he was a good man.”
Mr. Pochailo describes his encounter with an honourable enemy doctor while in hiding.
Courage and Patriotism
Mr. Pochailo reflects on the diversity of courage and patriotism
Displaying 4501 to 4512 of 4589 results.