The PPCLI arrive at the front line, just north of the city of Seoul. Mr. Nickerson recalls the gruesome sight that greeted them.
Chinese Forces Invade The South
Chinese forces, moving in through North Korea, invaded South Korea shortly after HMCS Sioux returned from the repair of their vessel in Japan.
Hill 355
Mr. Knockwood recalls one particular battle he was involved in on Hill 355 in October 1951.
Battle Conditions
Mr. Knockwood talks about the battlefield conditions he faced in Korea
First Impression
Mr. Knockwood talks about his first impression of Korea and the poverty that he witnessed there.
Canadians in Korea
If you've ever wondered what the Korean War might have been like, this clip will answer a lot of your questions.
Korea's No Man's Land
Mr. Niles describes patrolling in No-Man’s Land, the skill of the North Korean foe, and tempting fate.
Pride of Service
Mr. Buckler conveys his pride in the job that he and his comrades who served in Korea did. He tells a story to illustrate the bravery of the soldiers he served with one of whom received a medal for bravery for his part.
Communism Stopped, War Not Ended
Mr. Gowing discusses the pushing toward the Chinese border, only to fall back and voices his discouragement with how the war ended with Korea; divided the same way it had been in the beginning.
Ambush
Mr. Gowing recalls what it was like to be ambushed, describing running into North Korean soldiers in disguise, and being ambushed in a cornfield.
Waves of Screaming Enemy
Mr. Gowing recalls how the North Korean and Chinese forces would attack in waves, sending thousands of troops against 40 - 50 Canadian soldiers.
Trip Home
Mr. MacBride talks about his trip home from Korea, arriving in Vancouver and meeting his family.