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Horror of Hitler Youth
Mr. Ross speaks about the murder of members of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders and other regiments by a division of Hitler Youth under the command of Kurt Meyer.
More From the Beaches of Normandy
Mr. Ross continues to recount the events of the Normandy landing.
Landing on Beaches of Normandy
Mr. Ross continues his emotional account of landing on the Normandy beach early in the morning of June 6, 1944.
Crossing the English Channel to Normandy
Mr. Ross describes his activities during the night crossing toward the beaches of Normandy, as thousands of Allied vessels moved forward.
What Makes a Good Fighter Pilot?
Mr. Weir gives his opinion about the characteristics that make a good fighter pilot.
The Hurricane vs The Spitfire
Mr. Weir compares the Hurricane and the Spitfire.
The End of My War
Mr. Finestone recalls his last drive towards Rome. They were under heavy shellfire, crossing streams and rivers when he became wounded by an 88 shell. He was bleeding profusely, but an ambulance was close by and took him to a hospital where he spent 2 ½ months. Due to his serious injuries, he was sent back to Canada on the Lady Nelson.
Comradery
Mr. Stanway speaks to the comradery that still exists between himself and the friends he joined up with, and other WWII Veterans.
Personal Sacrifice
Mr. Stanway notes that his one regret of serving in the war was giving up Junior hockey. However, he notes that in similar circumstances he would do it all again.
D-Day Dodgers: Forgotten in Italy
Mr. Stanway recalls that he and his Battery (and other troops in Italy) were discouraged by being labelled the D-Day Dodger and by the amount of news attention given to the Western Front.
Wounded: A Narrow Escape
Mr. Stanway recalls being wounded by shellfire just outside of Ortona, Italy.
Friendly Fire
Mr. Stanway recalls how his battery was mistakenly attacked by an American fighter, which they in turn shot down.
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