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The Sad Part of War

The Sad Part of War

Proud of doing his share in service for our country, Mr. Chow remembers all the comrades that were lost and left behind.

Just Like one of the Guys!

Just Like one of the Guys!

Mr. Chow expresses his personal and positive feelings towards being just one of the guys serving in war and how he never felt discrimination at any time during his service.

Starving Children

Starving Children

Mr. Chow remembers the starving young Dutch children and providing as much as they could for them.

No Training Until we got Overseas

No Training Until we got Overseas

Mr. Chow tells of his training once overseas and the tactics their unit used while scoping out the enemy.

Seasickness for Many

Seasickness for Many

Openly admitting his experience with seasickness, Mr. Chow provides detail of the conditions onboard ship.

Joining the Army

Joining the Army

Mr. Chow speaks about his decision to join the army and how the sense of adventure intrigued him.

Recognition of Animals in War

Recognition of Animals in War

Mr. Swick details his involvement in spearheading the “Animals in War” project and his personal reasons for creating such a wonderful reminder of the important role animals played during wartime.

The War is Over

The War is Over

Mr. Swick shares a photo of himself returning to his platoon to share the good news.

Irony of War

Irony of War

Mr. Swick recalls an incident of friendly fire.

Decisions in Battle can Cause Regret

Decisions in Battle can Cause Regret

While commanding a platoon, Mr. Swick tells of a brave act of one of his soldiers in protecting the platoon and his personal regret of not properly recognizing that heroic deed.

Being Spit in the Face

Being Spit in the Face

While inspecting prisoners, Mr. Swick tells how a German Nazi spit in his face.

Gift of a German Dagger

Gift of a German Dagger

As platoon commander, Mr. Swick tells of when he was assisted by a young Dutch child in spotting the enemy.

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