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Reflections - Past and Present
Mr. James reflects on community events and past service.
A Not So "Ducky" Situation
Mr. James discusses an amusing training incident.
Keep Canada safe
Mr. James discusses his reasons for and the process of enlistment.
Discipline and Modern Readiness
Mr. Chaisson speaks of how the level of discipline in the military today is nowhere near what it was when he entered the service, and the negative impact he thinks it's had on the readiness of the military.
Stay or Go
Mr. Chaisson recalls how a going away party for him helped him decide to make a career out of the services.
"...a terrible experience with a wonderful ending."
Mr. Coffell talks about being put on charge for a training mishap.
"The first paying job..."
Mr. Coffell discusses his and other recruits' reasons for enlisting.
Failed attempt to Enlist
Mr. Lenko's first attempt to enlist doesn't succeed as he's not old enough to serve. He tells the story.
Canada Goes To War
Mr. Lenko, employed aboard the Hudson's Bay stern-wheeler, SS MacKenzie, learns that Canada has declared war on Germany.
Trained to Kill
Mr. Laird recalls when the magnitude of what he was embarking on dawned on him.
The Importance of Remembrance Day
Mr. Hawn speaks to the importance of Remembrance Day in helping the Canadian public in commemorating and honour sacrifices that have been and continue to be made on our behalf.
The Squadron is a Family
Mr. Hawn explains how the entire squadron, including the civilian families of those enlisted, is a family. He describes his role in the family while commanding officer of 416 Squadron, and explains how civilian families are taken care of while their loved ones are sent away on a mission.
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