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The 2nd Wave
Mr. Gouchie was part of the 2nd wave that landed at Juno Beach on D-Day. He tells us about that landing and the first few hours of the battle.
Being a Sniper
Mr. Gouchie talks about his role as a sniper.
Eleven Months of Action
Mr. Gouchie describes what he saw and went through for the eleven months following D-Day.
Digging Holes
Mr. Gouchie tells us that he dug more holes over there (France) than you could plow up in a month and explains why.
Close Call With a Tank
Mr. Gouchie recalls a time when he was almost run over by a tank.
Mutt and Jeff
Mr. Gouchie tells a humorous story of his friend trying to eat his supper.
Better to Wound than to Kill
During training Mr. Gouchie was told it was better to wound the enemy than to kill him. He tells us why and also tells us of the house they referred to as the "ghost house."
Starving in Holland
Mr. Gouchie describes the conditions in Holland when it was liberated by the Canadians.
Childhood Memories of the First World War
Mr. Meiklejohn recalls childhood memories of the First World War, describing casualty lists, Armistice Day 1918, and meeting returning soldiers.
The Roles of an Army Doctor
Mr. Meiklejohn describes some of the various roles for doctors in the army, showing how the types of service varied greatly.
Field Surgical Unit
Mr. Meiklejohn recalls being assigned to a field surgical unit, describing their purpose and how the medical units were grouped.
Casualty Assessment
Mr. Meiklejohn describes how wounded men would arrive at the casualty clearing station, be assessed and treated or sent further behind the lines.
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