Mr. MacEachern details his duties as combat engineer and his later specialization as a combat diver and ordinance disposal.
Wanting to be a Part of Swiss Air Mission
Eager to help, Mr. MacEachern tells how he became part of this recovery mission and the inspiration it gave him to continuing serving.
First Troops on the Ground
Combat Engineer MacEachern tells of his experiences when landing in Ethiopia and the cultural shock of living and working conditions.
Best and Worst Aspects of my Tour
Mr. MacEachern recalls the suffering and poverty of the local children.
Now in a Combat Role
Now deployed to Afghanistan, Mr. MacEachern speaks about the change in roles and responsibilities and need for better equipment to take on this duty of combat engineer in a new country
Meeting his NHL Hero
Without a lot of good memories of 2007 tour, MacEachern shares a positive encounter he made possible for his friend Mike in meeting his NHL hero.
Under Contact with the Enemy
During his ’07 deployment, Sergeant MacEachern speaks of how his team was ambushed - coming under enemy engagement every day, sometimes twice!
Level of Anxiety Increased
With constant rocket attacks, Sergeant MacEachern speaks about how it gets to the soldiers and how talking about it brings comfort to one another.
The Struggles with PTSD
Sergeant MacEachern shares a very personal story about PTSD and discusses the major toll it can have on family.
A Powerful Journey with Invictus
Mr. MacEachern shares his overwhelming success in being part of the Invictus Games 2016 and the inspiration it brought back in being part of a team again!
November 11th is Every day for me
A very inspirational and personal reflection in the meaning of remembrance is shared by Mr. MacEachern.
Pride of Service
Sergeant MacEachern shares his story of the pride he feels in putting on that Canadian uniform.