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Receiving Wings

Receiving Wings

Mr. Cole describes what the wing represents on the left breast of his uniform and tells a humourous story on what the "AG" means.

Training to Become an Air Gunner

Training to Become an Air Gunner

Mr. Cole describes the different places he went to train to eventually become an air gunner. He describes basic training, specific training, #1 AGGTS, and #9 Bombing and Gunnery School.

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day

Mr. Sproule reflects on what Remembrance Day means to him.

Duty to Defend, and Youth Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice

Duty to Defend, and Youth Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice

Mr. Sproule expresses his opinions on one's duty to defend one's Country, and the young ages of Allied Airmen who paid the ultimate price.

Shot on a Bombing Run

Shot on a Bombing Run

Mr. Sproule recalls being hit during a bombing run in Burma.

Mistaken Identity

Mistaken Identity

Mr. Sproule recalls a near dangerous case of mistaken identity in the jungle of Burma.

Camouflaging Sound from the Air

Camouflaging Sound from the Air

Mr. Sproule recalls being detailed to provide camouflage for the Army who was crossing a river - driving back Japanese from Burma.

Mid-Air Engine Failure

Mid-Air Engine Failure

Mr. Sproule remembers experiencing a mid-air engine failure in a Typhoon during a test flight.

Flying on Fumes

Flying on Fumes

Mr. Sproule recalls a mission during which his Typhoon suffered a mechanical failure, placing him in quite a predicament.

ATA Girls

ATA Girls

Mr. Sproule remembers his surprise at seeing a female fighter pilot, and praises the abilities of the Air Transport Auxiliary.

Flight Training Accidents

Flight Training Accidents

Mr. Sproule recalls some dangerous incidents during his time as a flight instructor at Uplands Airport in Ottawa.

Flight Instructor in the Commonwealth Air Training Program

Flight Instructor in the Commonwealth Air Training Program

Mr. Sproule recalls his disappointment in being posted as flight instructor, rather than being posted overseas, and explains why it was necessary.

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