Mr. Pitts speaks about commanding his platoon when it was being targeted by the Chinese.
Four Day Leave to Japan
Mr. Pitts tells us about delivering documents to Japan which provided him with a four-day leave of rest and relaxation.
Difficult Decisions
Mr. Pitts speaks about the apprehension felt when reporting one of his infantry soldiers who refused duty.
The Hook Counter Attack
As part of reinforcement, Mr. Pitts shares the experience when his platoon was commanded to relieve the British Black Watch Division and the devastation witnessed during the counter attack by the Chinese.
Two Men Killed
Mr. Pitts describes a time when two of his ground crew were killed while laying wire in a minefield, on November 30, 1952.
Platoon Commander on Fighting Patrol
Mr. Pitts explains the responsibility of his patrol in making sure that the other patrols were protected and the challenges faced in protecting their own men.
Commitment of Ground Forces
Mr. Pitts explains the importance of ground forces both during the Korean War and the missions our Canadian Forces soldiers are sent on today.