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Recognition of Animals in War

Recognition of Animals in War

Mr. Swick details his involvement in spearheading the “Animals in War” project and his personal reasons for creating such a wonderful reminder of the important role animals played during wartime.

The War is Over

The War is Over

Mr. Swick shares a photo of himself returning to his platoon to share the good news.

Irony of War

Irony of War

Mr. Swick recalls an incident of friendly fire.

Decisions in Battle can Cause Regret

Decisions in Battle can Cause Regret

While commanding a platoon, Mr. Swick tells of a brave act of one of his soldiers in protecting the platoon and his personal regret of not properly recognizing that heroic deed.

Being Spit in the Face

Being Spit in the Face

While inspecting prisoners, Mr. Swick tells how a German Nazi spit in his face.

Gift of a German Dagger

Gift of a German Dagger

As platoon commander, Mr. Swick tells of when he was assisted by a young Dutch child in spotting the enemy.

Role of Commander

Role of Commander

Mr. Swick speaks about the decisions that have to be made as commander.

Faith is Prevalent During War

Faith is Prevalent During War

Mr. Danson describes how faith was important and widespread during the war. More specifically, during times of danger or tragedy.

Church on Sunday

Church on Sunday

Mr. Danson remembers attending church on Sunday with the Christians even though he was Jewish.

The Tragedies of War

The Tragedies of War

Mr. Danson remembers saying farewell to friends and comrades after he was wounded. He also tells the story of the tragic death of one of his close friends as he tried to escape from a German hospital.

Shrapnel Wound in the Head

Shrapnel Wound in the Head

Mr. Danson recalls his return to his regiment as a commissioned officer and tells of how he suffered a shrapnel wound to the head which ended his war effort.

Becoming an Officer from the Ranks

Becoming an Officer from the Ranks

Mr. Danson describes how he came back to Canada to get his commission. Despite his best efforts, he did not make it back to Europe in time for the D-Day invasion.

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