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Post War Stress
Ms. Whyard speaks about how family life was changed after the war.
Alcohol Problems in the Forces
Mr. Kelly recalls his alcohol addiction and his routine.
Keeping Busy
Mr. Kelly takes a position as a messenger at External Affairs to improve his health for his wife.
Becoming an Intelligence Officer
Mr. Kelly recalls the difficulties in training and his friendship with Mr. Pearson that led him to another career in the army as an Intelligence Officer.
One Volunteer Worth Twenty Conscripts
Mr. Forsyth recalls a Veteran who had been wounded at Vimy in the First World War, signing up for the Second World War and passing the registration medical at roughly the same time as himself.
Basic Training
Ms. Spence talks about being home sick while doing basic training and how it helped her in everyday life.
Teamwork
Mr. O’Loan speaks about teamwork and why it is so crucial.
Helicopter procedure
Mr. O’Loan speaks about a scary procedure used by helicopters to safely land when their engines have cut out.
Getting into the Airborne
Mr. Kelly describes how he was able to get into the airborne division after being refused for health reasons.
Joining the Army
Mr. Kelly talks about how he joined up with the army.
Prejudice From ‘Real War’ Veterans
Mr. Himes recalls the poor attitude of the legions and their members toward Korean War Veterans upon their return home. He describes one particular instance of prejudice during his first attempt to join the legion.
Premonitions of Death
Mr. Himes recalls a friend telling him during the voyage to Korea that he feared he wouldn’t survive two weeks. Mr Himes then describes his friend’s fate.
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