Private Larimee describes his roles and responsibilities as door gunner/weapons technician and relays the pride he had in this position.
First Mission Overseas
Taking part in the mission, Arthur describes the experience of going into action and witnessing the sights of troops on the ground.
Desire to Engage in Combat
Eager to serve overseas, Arthur shares his story of the preparation and training he underwent to be chosen for deployment.
A Career Cut Short
Training as a private, Ms. Batek shares a circumstance where unacceptable behaviour causes her career to take a different direction.
The Power of Sport
Although stricken with trauma, Ms. Fong sends the message of how it’s possible to move forward in life in a positive way.
Seeking Help
Ms. Fong shares the story of how her career was cut short but she did not let the traumatic events control her life.
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.
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.
My Role as Combat Engineer
Mr. MacEachern details his duties as combat engineer and his later specialization as a combat diver and ordinance disposal.
Sharing Memories of Belgian family
Reflecting back on his service, Mr. Johnson tells of a special time in his life where he was welcomed into the home of a Belgium family.
Inspected by King George
Mr. Johnson shares a personal story of preparing for inspection from the King with orders given to make the tank spotless in anticipation of his arrival.
Life of a Tank Driver
Mr. Johnson describes being inside a tank during battle the enemy.