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Pride of Canadian Soldiers in Korea
Mr. Dixon shares the pride and accomplishments made by Canadian soldiers during the Korean War and the gratitude expressed by the Korean people for wartime efforts of Canadian soldiers.
Equipment from the Second World War
Mr. Dixon describes the equipment issued to soldiers during the Korean War, and explains that much of the equipment was the same as what was used during the Second World War.
Tent Heaters
Mr. Dixon describes the equipment used to construct a tent heater inside the bunkers during the brutally cold winter conditions in Korea.
Defence Operations
Mr. Dixon describes the operations within a platoon position and the depth of the soldiers defence position.
Responsibilities of a Platoon
Mr. Dixon describes the responsibilities maintained in the patrol position of the 12th Platoon D Company and conditions faced by these soldiers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Difficult Decisions
Mr. Pitts speaks about the apprehension felt when reporting one of his infantry soldiers who refused duty.
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.
Samachon Valley Patrols
Mr. Pitts speaks about commanding his platoon when it was being targeted by the Chinese.
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