Mr. MacDougall remembers the first attacks that he was involved in and the lasting friendships that were developed on the front lines. He explains the role that the Calgary Highlanders played in the Battle of the Scheldt and recalls the Germans flooding the dikes at the Port of Antwerp. He recalls the terrible living conditions and how poor the Dutch people were during those years.
Trench Warfare
Mr. MacDougall talks about the close fighting in the trenches, the morale of the men, the Hitler Youth and the final few days.
Remembrance and the Younger Generation
Mr. MacDougall is asked if it was worth it and would he do it again.