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Lost so Many Friends so Quickly

Lost so Many Friends so Quickly

Mr. Ryan makes the comparison of landing on Dieppe to being surrounded by 100 of your buddies only to be left standing alone 2 minutes later.

Message From our Younger Generation

Message From our Younger Generation

Mr. Blake’s grandson responds to the importance of remembering the freedom our country shares because of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

The Journey full of Excitement

The Journey full of Excitement

Mr. Blake expresses the pride and enthusiasm he feels for being part of the Canadian delegation travelling to Vimy!

Christmas for the Kids!

Christmas for the Kids!

Mr. Blake share his story of how he celebrated Christmas for the children of Nicosia - giving them all their own present!

Pulling the Pin a bit too Soon!

Pulling the Pin a bit too Soon!

Mr. Blake tells of a situation he found himself in while training with grenades.

Friend Dies in Accident

Friend Dies in Accident

Delaying his travel home, Mr. Blake tells about the accident that claimed his friend’s life realizing that he could have been a part of it.

Father Would Have Been Proud

Father Would Have Been Proud

Eager to join the service, Mr. Blake speaks about his decision to join and with his dad's passing, realizes that he made the right choice.

Dinner with a German

Dinner with a German

Mr. Downe tells the story of having dinner with a German caretaker after the war ended.

War Ended

War Ended

Mr. Downe recalls the end of the war.

War is Not a Picnic

War is Not a Picnic

Killing people is not easy, especially when you are up close and personal with the enemy.

The Dumbest Guy in the World

The Dumbest Guy in the World

Mr. Ryan survives the firing squad once again, after being charged with sabotage, by playing the simpleton.

Are All Canadian Soldiers Farmers?

Are All Canadian Soldiers Farmers?

Registering as a farmer while a prisoner of war meant having a slightly easier time.

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