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Christmas Remembered

Veterans recall what is was like at Christmas time for them while in service

The shell had torn his hip away.

Mr. Copp describes taking Regina Trench, including the loss of a close friend. In poignant detail he describes sending his friend’s mother a letter containing her son’s ring.

Sinking of the Scharnhorst

Mr. Brown describes his time in the Arctic Ocean when their British fleet sank the Scharnhorst..

Aircraft Carriers

Mr. Brown explains one of the differences between the American and British carriers.

The Value of Marriage

Mr. Brown speaks about meeting the love of his life during the war and how, after 59 years, they still hold a strong bond of marriage.

Skiing in Russia

Mr. Brown shares a humourous adventure of skiing in Russia and how he accidentally skied through a group of British officers watching his performance.

Crane Operator

Mr. Brown describes his position as crane operator aboard the HMS Belfast. He describes the danger, responsibility and cold temperatures on the waters off Iceland.

Bad Outbreak of Boils

Mr. Brown describes how a bad outbreak of boils after service aboard the HMS Belfast led to a charge of “absent from duty” and a confinement to barracks for 14 days, with a surprising outcome.

Reasons for joining the Navy

Mr. Brown shares his story about the desire to join the navy and his chance to go to sea.

Keeping Mother Safe

Mr. Estwick discusses how he felt his mother’s safety was directly threatened by the German threat in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and as a result joining the Royal Canadian Air Force to fight the enemy on his own soil.

As Good as Any

Mr. Belzile reflects on the character of Canada’s Armed Forces.

Diplomacy Doesn’t Have a Rank

Mr. Belzile discusses the Canadian military’s predisposition towards diplomatic solutions.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19