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Silk Stockings Stuck To His Feet
Mr. Kocher recalls the conditions of his six boys and how one solider had ignored his hygiene to the point where his silk stockings became embedded in his feet.
Six Young Recruits
Mr. Kocher shares the story of how he was commanded to watch over six young recruits who had been sent down from active service for various reasons.
Red Hot Shrapnel
Mr. Kocher shares the story of how he got wounded and how long it took to receive medical assistance. He talks about his surgery and being given the sharp piece of shrapnel they removed from his neck.
Part Of The Royal Canadian Regiment
Mr. Kocher explains how he became part of the Royal Canadian Regiment and witnessing the high casualty rate among Canadian troops during the battle of Ortona.
Pride for the Regiment
Mr. Baker speaks about the respect we should have for our country and the importance of taking the time to reflect on the service that was given by all regiments during wartime service.
The Gurkhas - Beautiful Soldiers
Guard duty was the honour of the Gurkha soldiers. Mr. Baker describes his respect for the Gurkha soldier and their respect for Canadians.
The Pride for D-Day Dodgers
Mr. Baker speaks about being referred to as D-Day Dodgers and explains the term. Although being miffed by the attitudes towards these soldiers - some believing they tried to avoid the Italian invasion - Mr. Baker speaks about the truth of their duty and the pride for their service.
Responsibilities of a Signalman
Mr. Daniels explains his duties and responsibilities as a signalman between the front lines and headquarters.
Army Life is a Good Life
Mr. Daniels provides a positive message to youth about accepting a career in army life.
Blacks in the Service
Mr. Daniels expresses his opinion on how black people were not so willingly received into the service.
Giving Up Their Guns
Mr. Bannerman tells about the time his crew were commanded to give up their guns unaware of where they were going to serve next.
A Gun Sergeant’s Duty
Mr. Bannerman speaks about his responsibility as a gun sergeant and the loyalty of the crew during wartime service.
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