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Leaving War Behind

Mr. Danson describes the strong bonds between the men of the Infantry Regiment. As well, he mentions how he left the war behind and moved on with his life.

Remembrance and the Younger Generation

Mr. MacDougall is asked if it was worth it and would he do it again.

Trench Warfare

Mr. MacDougall talks about the close fighting in the trenches, the morale of the men, the Hitler Youth and the final few days.

First Attacks and the Battle of the Scheldt

Mr. MacDougall remembers the first attacks that he was involved in and the lasting friendships that were developed on the front lines. He explains the role that the Calgary Highlanders played in the Battle of the Scheldt and recalls the Germans flooding the dikes at the Port of Antwerp. He recalls the terrible living conditions and how poor the Dutch people were during those years.

Victory in Holland

Mr. Durant speaks of the fall of the last German stronghold in Apeldoorn, Holland, and the celebrations that followed.

The Sounds of Fear

Mr. Durant describes the fear that haunted all soldiers and wonders how they ever survived.

From Italy to France

Mr. Durant talks about many of his Italian missions and battles. Also, about his involvement in the Devil's Brigade.

Kind Words for Lost Comrades

Mr. Curry reacts emotionally as he reflects on the loss of several of his friends during the Second World War. He also speaks of some of the poor treatment he received while a Prisoner of War in Germany.

The Return to Canada

Mr. Danson describes his return to Canada as a wounded soldier just before Christmas in 1944. He remembers the difficulties he encountered trying to return to normal work as a result of his injuries.

Infantry: Walking Into the Enemy

Mr. Danson describes the reality of being an infantry soldier. He remembers how the men understood the risk and accepted it willingly.

Life after the War

Mr. Letendre, at one time, the leader of Canada's Aboriginal Veterans Association reflects on how his wartime experience affected him during his life following his service.

Illness Sends Him Home To Canada

Sent home with pleurisy, Mr. Letendre spends several months at the Colonel Belcher Hospital in Calgary. The war in the Pacific is still in progress when he's released from hospital and he decides he should be there. The army, for health reasons, decides otherwise. Following his discharge, he went home to visit his parents.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19