Officer Hickey expresses his pride and enthusiasm for representing Newfoundlanders and the Veteran population in commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Battles of Somme and Beaumont-Hamel.
Officer Hickey describes the culture shock felt when arriving in south Sudan where the country had absolutely nothing to offer them; no accommodations, no food, nothing at all.
Officer Hickey speaks about interactions with the locals and how their sense of fear was soon allayed as they realized that the UN presence was a good thing!
Officer Hickey details the situation that existed and how the presence of police officers was a major part in bringing stability to the local population.