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New Environment can be Difficult
Mr. Feyko speaks about the reality of being released from the military and the path he chose for himself.
Giving Back Through Soldier On Program
Years after his accident, Mr. Feyko finds a way to give back to the ill and injured comrades through Soldier On.
Remember to Thank a Veteran
Mr. Feyko hopes Canadians thank Veterans when they can. It is really appreciated.
Pride for Being a Part of the Games
Ms. Bate speaks about her involvement in 2017 Invictus Games and how it gave her a sense of belonging.
Finding Safe Shelter on the Beaches of Dieppe
Feeling very vulnerable during the Dieppe Raid in the open space of the beach, it was decided to try to take refuge behind one of the nearby disabled tanks.
Prisoner of War
Little could be done at the Dieppe hospital. As German Prisoners of War, the men were loaded into train boxcars for an overnight journey to a large hospital in Rouen, France for treatment by German doctors. Mr. Gorman’s friend, Ted Broadbent, accompanied him. He speaks of his friend’s kindness to the injured, refusing to tell anyone of his own injury which eventually resulted in Broadbent’s hospitalization in Germany.
English Channel Voyage to Dieppe
Mr. Grand describes how the ship continues to move across the English Channel toward France.
Carnage and Courage
At 11 o’clock in the morning, the Royal Navy ship, from which Mr. Grand was observing the carnage on the beach, lay three miles off-shore. Orders were received to proceed to the beach with instructions to “use everything”. Mr. Grand tells of the events that followed and the remarkable courage of three British Navy men who saved the lives of those on board.
Wounded on Green Beach
Colonel Merritt was wounded as his troops were evacuating Green Beach. He recalls the activity.
Battle Drills and Maneuvers
While on coastal defense, Mr. Poolton describes the responsibilities and duties of his regiment as well as the unbelievable amount of soldiers involved in action.
Ready for Battle
Heading to Dieppe, Mr. Poolton is equipped with mortars, loaded down on the landing craft, prepared and ready for battle.
Two Miles From the French Coast
Mr. Poolton describes his landing at Dieppe.
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