Canadian Armed Forces

Mr. Neepin explains the difficulty he felt in being ordered to observe conflicts or persecution of civilians, and document the aftermath, but not get involved unless directly fired upon.

Mr. Neepin describes escorting civilians into invaded towns to retrieve items from their homes. He recalls one particular escort in which he felt they as Canadians went the extra mile.

Mr. Neepin explains how the conflict in Croatia was different from that in Cyprus.

Mr. Neepin explains his reasons for volunteering for a tour in Croatia.

Mr. Neepin recalls a tense situation during which he and his sergeant’s lives were threatened.

Mr. Neepin explains some of the history of the conflict in Cyprus, and the significance of Nicosia.

Mr. Gasser talks about what it is like to be in charge of men in a stressful environment.

Mr. Gasser talks about how it became obvious that the people in Bosnia carried such a hatred for each other.

Mr. Gasser talks about what it was like to be among all the hatred and not let it affect you.

Mr Gasser talks about while in Bosnia near the end of his term he had a confrontation with a gentleman who was wasted and just did not want him there.