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The Final Battle, Part 1

The Final Battle, Part 1

Mr. Atkinson describes his unit's movements around Wong Nai Chong reservoir as the battle begins. A scout identifies camouflaged enemies advancing towards them, and the officer gives the open fire order. Mr. Atkinson admits to ”wetting his pants” when faced with having to fire at another human being.

Poorly Armed for War

Poorly Armed for War

Mr. Atkinson discusses the start of the battle for Hong Kong, and then describes the weapons the Canadians had.

Shipboard Activities

Shipboard Activities

Mr. Atkinson describes dummy training with mortars and doing some PT during the voyage to where they later learn will be Hong Kong.

The Tripe Mutiny

The Tripe Mutiny

The Winnipeg Grenadiers arrive in Vancouver to board their ship. Mr. Atkinson describes the first meal, tripe, served aboard HMAS Awatea, and the resulting mutiny. Facing the threat of a charge of desertion, most of the 'mutineers' return to the ship.

Guarding Internees

Guarding Internees

Mr. Atkinson describes doing guard duty at an internment camp for German and Italian detainees while posted to Jamaica. .

It’s Okay Son, You’re Home!

It’s Okay Son, You’re Home!

Mr. Robertson recalls having nightmares upon his return home.

To Ease My Boredom

To Ease My Boredom

While in hiding, Mr. Robertson tells how he was given clocks to repair, which helped to ease his boredom!

Taken in by Pierre

Taken in by Pierre

Mr. Robertson shares a story of a family’s willingness to accept him in their home while “on the run”.

Sleeping in a Hole in the Ground

Sleeping in a Hole in the Ground

Mr. Robertson describes the structure created by the crew underground.

A Farmer’s Kindness

A Farmer’s Kindness

Once on the ground, Mr. Robertson relates his experiences of assistance and interrogation!

The Falling Sensation

The Falling Sensation

While parachuting from his damaged aircraft, Mr. Robertson describes the feeling and thoughts he encounters before landing

Being Shot Down!

Being Shot Down!

In flight towards Hasselt, Belgium, Mr. Robertson describes getting shot down and the jump orders.

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