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The Gift of a Pen
During Mr. McCue’s interactions with the children, he soon learned that the best gift you could provide was a pen!
Understanding the Afghanistan Culture
Mr. McCue shares some experiences of how the Afghan people went about their daily routine, a practice very much like the stone age compared to Canadian lifestyles.
It is very hot in Afghanistan
Mr. McCue shares his experiences and examples of how the extremely hot temperatures affect daily routine.
Situations in Bosnia Leave a Mark
With all the circumstances our Canadian soldiers experience, Mr. McCue expresses his opinions on quality and value for life after witnessing Bosnian culture.
Emotions Experienced After Bosnia
Mr. McCue expresses his concerns for himself and fellow soldiers who witness the cultures in Bosnia and how it affects them especially upon return home.
Understanding and Exercising Rules of Engagement
Mr. McCue provides a detailed approach during action in the use of rules of engagement.
Weapons Search on a Chicken Farm
Mr. McCue shares an unfortunate exercise that his unit was given in searching for weapons in an abandoned chicken barn, something he will never forget!
Going Above and Beyond Their Call of Duty
Mr. McCue shares a story of how his team improved the living conditions of one family by raising funds and working off duty to create a better living space for them.
Understanding the Bosnian Culture
Mr. McCue describes his first impressions of the Bosnian culture and understanding their needs and wants for everyday existence.
Training Transitions
Mr. McCue speaks about the changes in training practices, weapon use and transitions made to improve the way Canadian Forces prepared their troops.
Air Cadets got me Started
Mr. McCue speaks about being shy as a youngster and how encouragement from his parents got him to join the air cadets.
Recognizing PTSD Then and Now!
Understanding the nature of PTSD, Mr. Lord provides his opinion in respect to how society is identifying the nature of this disease and supports the need for awareness and action for all those affected.