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Trenches
Mr. Mason recalls the preparation for the Battle of the Somme. He gives a good description of his time in the trenches and then goes on to describe the planning for the Canadian taking of Vimy Ridge.
Raids on German Army
Mr. Mason describes the series of raids on the German army in which he took part, and the purpose of these raids to capture prisoners who could supply information on planned German troop movement.
Shell Fire
Vimy Ridge had been taken, but Mr. Mason didn't think the allies were necessarily winning the war. He goes on to relate an incident that very nearly cost him an arm.
Hindenburg Line
Mr. Mason recalls some of the events surrounding the taking of the Hindenburg Line. He goes on to tell of his reaction when he learned the war was over and describes some detail of his arrival home in Canada.
Canada's Contribution to First World War
Mr. Mason expresses his strong feelings on the Canadian contribution to winning the First World War.
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