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Joining up Just Seemed Like the Thing to Do!

Mr. McKerracher speaks about his decision to join the army. He provides detail of his basic training and travel overseas as part of the anti-aircraft regiment.

Remembering November 11th

Mr. Niles describes how he honors his three closest friends who died in Korea.

Positive Impact of Military Service

Mr Niles describes the positive impact of military service on his life, and offers his perspective on military service in today’s conflicts.

Inaccurate Artillery

Mr. Niles describes the occasional inaccuracy of the Canadian artillery.

You Can't Eat Here

Mr. Niles compares the attitude of the American and Canadian armies towards their respective soldiers of color.

Reconnaissance Patrols

Mr. Niles describes the variety of patrols that were used against the North Korean positions.

Volunteering for the Far East

Mr. Barrie explains how he ended up in the Far East with the RAF, the responsibilities of Canadian radar technicians there, and the crucial role of radar in the war against the Japanese.

Arrival in Korea

Mr. Niles talks about landing in Korea and the cold reception they received from the troops they were relieving.

I Might Not Come Back

Mr. Niles describes how he told each of his parents about his deployment to Korea and how his mother tried to get him home before he finished his tour of duty.

One Miserable Place

Mr. Niles describes the type of training he received and the miserable weather conditions at Camps Petawawa and Wainwright.

First Day Failure

Mr. Niles talks about his first job as a labourer and about joining the Canadian Army.

The Effect Of War

Mr. Bannerman shares his perspective about being at war and how he chooses to talk about it.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19