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Homing Pigeons Carry Message of Losses

Mr. Grand describes his crippled vessel’s journey back to England. He recalls that it was decided to send a message to England, reporting the outcome of the attempted landing, by an on board homing pigeon.

English Channel Voyage to Dieppe

Mr. Grand describes how the ship continues to move across the English Channel toward France.

Given Their Orders

Mr. Grand describes that when the crossing of the beach at Dieppe got underway, those aboard his ship were called to the main deck to be told where they were going and why.

Road to Portsmouth and Dieppe

Mr. Grand recalls how his trip to Portsmouth, England would enable him to participate in the Dieppe landing.

November 11th... Mixed Feelings

Mr. Champoux explains why he has mixed feelings about Remembrance Day, but notes that it always has a special place in his heart.

Should It Be Our Duty to Remember?

Mr. Champoux explains why we should all remember those who fought and gave their lives during the Second World War. He also delivers a very touching message to the youth of today.

Returning Home

Mr. Champoux describes his return to Canada, his parents' reaction and how he returned to the army in 1948. He worked in ammunition until he retired in 1965.

A Murder at the Hospital

Mr. Champoux describes that while he was in the hospital recuperating, a German soldier was murdered for bragging about killing Canadians.

Before, On and After VE-Day

Mr. Champoux describes how he developed a friendship with a family in a village about 30 minutes away from the hospital where he was recuperating. He also describes how he and the villagers partied on VE-Day and how he decided to go work for the Canadian Mint instead of taking leave.

Recovering

Mr. Champoux describes where they sent him after he became wounded, why they did not send him home immediately and how he recovered.

A Rare Find: The Tallest German Soldier

Mr. Champoux describes that after the allied bombing of Calais, they found the tallest soldier of all the German Army among the prisoners.

Wounded Because of a Numb Leg

Mr. Champoux describes how he got wounded when he got up from a trench to stretch his legs.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19