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Comradery

Mr. Stanway speaks to the comradery that still exists between himself and the friends he joined up with, and other WWII Veterans.

Personal Sacrifice

Mr. Stanway notes that his one regret of serving in the war was giving up Junior hockey. However, he notes that in similar circumstances he would do it all again.

D-Day Dodgers: Forgotten in Italy

Mr. Stanway recalls that he and his Battery (and other troops in Italy) were discouraged by being labelled the D-Day Dodger and by the amount of news attention given to the Western Front.

Wounded: A Narrow Escape

Mr. Stanway recalls being wounded by shellfire just outside of Ortona, Italy.

Friendly Fire

Mr. Stanway recalls how his battery was mistakenly attacked by an American fighter, which they in turn shot down.

Anti-Aircraft Battery Driver / Mechanic

Mr. Stanway describes his position as a driver/mechanic for the 5th Battery Anti-Aircraft Unit.

Under Fire in Italy

Mr. Stanway recalls his battery coming under fire in Italy and how his friend incurred an injury during the attack.

Sailing into Action

Mr. Stanway recalls sailing into action from Scotland to Sicily in May of 1943; a journey which included a torpedo attack and rough seas.

News of the Dieppe Disaster

Mr. Stanway recalls hearing of the Dieppe disaster and speaks of the effect it had on the morale of his battery stationed in Britain.

Enlistment: Parent’s Reaction

Mr. Stanway recalls his parents reaction to his enlistment, and how his peers had joined as well, making it easier.

War is Declared

Mr. Stanway recalls when Britain and Canada declared war, joining the Non Permanent Active Militia (NPAM), and subsequently the active forces (Montreal 5th Battery).

November 11th and July 1st

Mr. Spracklin describes what November 11th means to him and what he does during this time of year. He also describes what July 1st means to him as a Newfoundlander.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19