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A Soldier took my Job
Ms. Rapp discusses losing her job to a soldier returning from overseas, but being given the same opportunities to obtain housing, education, and civilian employment as those who'd served overseas.
Wanting to be in Signals
Ms. Rapp describes joining Signals in Ottawa as a steno. She is eventually promoted to Sergeant as an enticement to keep her.
Rough Kitchener Barracks
Ms. Rapp describes how cold it was in Kitchener Barracks and often snow was in the H-hut where they slept.
Deciding to Join
Ms. Rapp discusses the need for women to work in war industries, her work at General Electric building the Bofors anti-aircraft gun, and her enlistment as soon as women were permitted in the armed forces.
Message to Youth
Mrs. Gilkes passes on a message to youth about the importance of the Second World War , explaining how the entire world was in danger and winning was vital to protecting freedom.
V-Bombs
Mrs. Gilkes describes V-bombs, and recalls seeing them during attacks on London.
Fear of Submarines
Mrs. Gilkes explains the fear surrounding the threat of submarine attack during the voyage overseas.
Billy's Badge
Ms. Gaspard speaks about receiving the badge of a soldier who later died in action.
Letter From Bus
Ms. Gaspard recalls the happier times in her service like receiving letters from her boyfriend but also remembers the sadness that wartime brought.
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