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War Is A Terrible Thing

Mr. McNiven discusses how the people of Europe suffered during the Second World War.

It’s Easy At The Time, But It's Not Easy

Mr. McNiven explains how the intense training made the physical task of killing easy, but not easy to deal with.

Something Unreal, You Can't Believe

Mr. McNiven explains how football players remind him of soldiers, and defines how scared he was.

The Job of a Special Force Signaller

Mr. McNiven recalls being assigned to a Special Force of signallers, and describes their duties.

Landing at Juno Beach

Mr. McNiven recalls embarking on the Juno Beach invasion, and landing on the beach with 2nd Division as reinforcement for the 3rd Division.

English Pub Memories

Mr. McNiven recalls happy and sad memories of English pubs, pinching beer, and helping with rescues and body recovery.

Remember

Mr. Penney describes the mortar murders he witnessed that killed innocent children. Also, he wants people to realize how important it is to respect soldiers of the past, present and future.

Sad Sights Seen

Mr. Penney describes what he saw in 1994 when he was in Rwanda.

Providing Support

Mr. Cote recalls two instances of his unit being called for support - one for requested friendly fire - against North Korean and Chinese forces.

Seoul, Then & Now

Mr. Cote describes the condition of Seoul during the war, contrasted with how it looked during a re-visit years later.

Finally an Equal

Mr. Cote conveys his appreciation for how everyone was treated equally in the military, regardless of race or creed.

Queen’s Jubilee Medal

Ms. Michielin recalls being awarded the Queen’s Jubilee Medal.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19