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In the Heat of War

In the Heat of War

Mr. Wiseman describes his presence in Bosnia as a real eye opener while being there for the purpose of providing humanitarian aid.

Double Pay and Greater Security

Double Pay and Greater Security

Mr. Tanner describes switching to the tanker fleet because the pay doubled and the ships were better protected because of the value placed on fuel.

Praise for Corvettes and Crews

Praise for Corvettes and Crews

Mr. Tanner discusses the admiration he has for the seaworthiness of Canada’s Naval Corvettes, and the bravery of their crews.

Thoughts on Heroism

Thoughts on Heroism

Mr. Tanner offers some general comments on heroism, and then discusses the extremes gone to survive twenty-four days in a life boat without food and water.

Convoy Structure

Convoy Structure

Mr. Tanner describes in detail the makeup of a convoy, the positioning of ships within it and ensuring the safety of surviving ships.

The Black Hole

The Black Hole

Mr. Tanner describes the Black Hole, an area of the North Atlantic where U-boats launched their most devastating attacks. He also describes German strategies for attacking, and hiding from, Allied shipping.

Ammunition Passer

Ammunition Passer

Mr. Tanner discusses his other roles, particularly if under attack, and gets a dose of reality from a veteran sailor.

November Eleventh

November Eleventh

Mr. Decker explains how he spends remembrance day and shares a special memory of his friend Oscar Albrecht.

I Fought My War

I Fought My War

Mr. Decker explains how he used his skills to fight his war.

Interrogation

Interrogation

After the British took over a concentration camp in Esterwegen, Mr. Decker was sent into interrogate the German staff.

Breakfast Time

Breakfast Time

After being dropped off on the beach of Oostende, Belgium, Mr. Decker comes across a mess tent while making their way to intelligence headquarters.

Canadian Counter Security

Canadian Counter Security

Mr. Decker explains that during his work with the counter intelligence they would often disguise as civilians.

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