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You Are Nothing
Mr. Ferguson describes how non-commissioned officers psychologically prepared raw recruits for the army, and how those recruits responded to basic training.
The .303 rifle
Mr. Ferguson discusses the advantage, in terms of marksmanship, held by rural recruits over those from the city, and describes the peculiarity of firing a .303 rifle.
You are trained killers
Mr. Ferguson describes his initial fear of Company Sergeant-Major DeCoste, and elaborates on DeCoste’s comments about their training and role as “killers.”
Rough Pacific Ocean
Mr. Ferguson describes the voyage from Canada to Japan, particularly the rough weather, and goes on to describe his deployment to Hara-mura for training.
He Laid Down And Died
Mr. Ferguson gives a touching description of the destitution and starvation among the children, one of whom touched him personally.
First Contact With The Battle Front
Mr. Ferguson describes travelling to the front by train, and arriving as Hill 355 was being consolidated by Canadian troops. He then describes proceeding to The Hook, where he comes to realize that the enemy are trained killers too.
Listening Patrols Vulnerability
Mr. Ferguson describes the purpose of a listening patrol, and reflects on his vulnerability in such an exposed environment.
Civilians Helped At Great Risk
Mr. Ferguson describes how Korean civilians provided food and laundry services, despite the fact that they were often targeted by enemy artillery.
Canadian Losses at Hill187
Mr. Ferguson describes the Canadians being overrun on Hill 187.
Imminent Cease Fire
Mr. Ferguson discusses the cease fire negotiations, the potential impact of Hill 187 on those discussions, and the relief on both sides that accompanied the truce.
North Korea’s Psychological Warfare
Mr. Ferguson describes North Korea’s efforts to unnerve Canadian entrenchments, and offers a vivid example of its success.
Fighter Patrols and Rules of Engagement
Mr. Ferguson describes the nervous tension he experienced during fighter patrols, and discusses ‘Rules of Engagement’, which outlined the procedures for entering a fire fight.
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