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A Tribute to His Helpers in Holland
From the beginning of his journey through Holland, many Dutch citizens provided great assistance to Mr. MacLean, and others in similar situations. They did so at the risk of being caught by occupying German forces and being executed. He pays tribute to their courage and kindness.
A Close Call With the Germans
Now in civilian clothes, thanks to the efforts of friendly Dutch people who continue to risk their lives to help him, Mr. MacLean begins walking toward a bridge over a near-by river. Again, an unexpected development delivers him from certain discovery and capture by the Germans.
Help from the Dutch
Mr. MacLean sleeps overnight under a blanket of grass in a nearby Dutch orchard. Morning comes.
Discovered!
Mr. MacLean has slept most of the day, hidden in bushes at the edge of the field where he landed when he bailed out of his plane over occupied Holland. He awakes to see two young girls approaching.
Injured in the Landing
Mr. MacLean, preceded by his crew, is the last to jump from his crippled plane. He lands in a field, some miles from where his crew would have come down. It was not an easy landing.
Bailing Out Over Holland
Mr. MacLean continues his account of the bombing run to Essen, Germany that resulted in his plane being hit. He orders his men to bail out while he takes the plane several miles beyond their location and parachutes himself. It’s the beginning of his long and life-threatening journey back to England.
Diving from Enemy Fire
The Squadron moves into Eindhoven and Mr. Rohmer describes one particularly close call he experienced.
The War Is Over
After action in Belgium, Mr. Gorie's tank unit is moved to Holland. He is there when the war ends and remembers the kindness and appreciation of the Dutch people.
Impressions of the Dutch People
Mr. Dowie describes his impressions of the Dutch people and guarding German prisoners.
“. . . I think it’s necessary to remember...”
Mr. Pochailo reflects on November 11
“...my final respects.”
Mr. Pochailo recounts a haunting reunion with a fallen friend
“...and yet he was a good man.”
Mr. Pochailo describes his encounter with an honourable enemy doctor while in hiding.
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