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D-Day
Mr. Thompson describes the atmosphere among his troops as D-Day arrived.
Enemy Encounter
Mr. Thompson recalls his first encounter with the enemy.
Juno Beach
Mr. Thompson remembers the first and second days in France after going ashore at Juno Beach.
Shrapnel Injury
On his second day in France, Mr. Thompson was taken out of action after a piece of shrapnel lodged in one of his legs.
Close Relationships
Close relationships developed as a result of wartime service. Mr Thompson reflects on one that lasted a lifetime.
Close Relationships
Mr. Thompson speaks of the impact his wartime service had and continues to have on his life. He also shares what he feels future generations of Canadians should know about the sacrifices his generation made during the Second World War.
Close Relationships
As he annually takes part in Remembrance Day services each November 11th, Mr. Thompson's thoughts take him back to those days of the 1940's.
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