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Training

Liberation While Lost

Mr. Toney describes becoming a Dispatch Rider after recovering from his second wounding and singlehandedly liberating a small town while he was lost.

Sniper Shots

Mr. Toney describes how losing his best friend to a sniper while they were on patrol together aroused in him a killer instinct towards the Germans.

Not Afraid, But Cautious

Mr. Toney describes not being fearful but constantly on edge and his reactions towards seeing dead Canadian soldiers.

Shooting The Enemy

Mr. Toney describes his inexplicable sense of immortality and how he rationalized killing the enemy.

Demolition Training

Mr. Toney describes joining the Engineering Corps and excelling at demolition.

Irish, French Or English

Mr. Toney discusses his recruitment and the army’s failure to accept his Aboriginal heritage, forcing him to enlist as an Irish Catholic.

Reflections on Remembrance Day

Mr. Gray reflects on his contribution on D-Day and remembers past and present service personnel.

Transporting the Wounded

Mr. Gray describes transporting the wounded back to England after D-Day.

Slaughter at Omaha Beach

Mr. Gray gives a chilling description of the Allied assault at Omaha Beach on D-Day

Set to Sail!

Mr. Gray describes sweeping mines in the English Channel in preparation for the D-Day landing.

What are all the Minesweepers Doing Here?

Mr. Gray describes sailing to England and being briefed for the D-Day invasion.