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Work on the Argus
Mr. Batt recalls his training and trips on the Argus.
Droguing with the T-Bird
Mr. Batt explains droguing and his involvement in it under the watchful eye of the Italian Commander.
Active Duty All the Time
Mr. Batt explains the responsibility of the ground crew and how they always had to be ready and available for duty.
A Shock Upon Arrival
Mr. Batt shares his reaction arriving in France and experiencing the French culture.
A Good Career Choice
Mr. Estwick discusses the value of the military experience and why he personally found the Air Force such a worthwhile career choice.
Racism and Friendship
Mr. Estwick describes being racially targeted while on duty in South Africa, but also acknowledges his many friendships that resulted from his Air Force experience.
Another Wounded Airman
Mr. Estwick describes his survival instinct and eventually becoming hardened to death and injury.
Outwitting a U-boat
Mr. Estwick describes the evasive measures used by HMS Queen Elizabeth when she was attacked by a U-boat on her way to England.
Keeping Mother Safe
Mr. Estwick discusses how he felt his mother’s safety was directly threatened by the German threat in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and as a result joining the Royal Canadian Air Force to fight the enemy on his own soil.
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