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Mr. Muir recounts the process he took in training to become amid upper gunner in the Lancaster Bomber with RAF 50 Squadron.

Mr. Polowin tells a humorous story of his exchange with sailors involving a bottle of Irish whiskey.

Mr. Polowin reflects on his service and shares the pride he has for his contribution to the war effort.

Mr. Polowin shares a humorous story going to London with his buddies and forging friendships that have carried on throughout his lifetime.

Mr. Polowin describes naval battles in the English Channel.

Mr. Polowin recalls listening to Winston Churchill and the impact his words had in respect to being, “The beginning of the end.”

Mr. Polowin recounts his decision to join the Navy, his initial training and the adventures on his first voyage.

Mr. Hannam provides his view on the sadness of wartime and how he is so very proud of Canada’s contribution.

Mr. Hannam shares the emotional encounter with the sister of the little girl that died in his arms.

Mr. Hannam shares a heartfelt story on the loss of life of a little girl while on duty as stretcher bearer.

Mr. Hannam describes the mystery of who was shooting from the steeple of the church and how he found out the truth years later.

Reaching the assembly point, Mr. Hannam is busy recording casualties while at the same time assisting wounded infantrymen.