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Post-War Duties

Mr. Fitsell remembers hearing word that the armistice would be signed . He goes on to tell of his post-war duty with the occupational force in Germany.

Trenches

Mr. Fitsell recalls life in the trenches and gives an account of the capture of a German prisoner of war.

Trenches

Mr. Evans remembers his first day in the trenches at the front. He served with his unit as a runner.

Reaction to Declaration of war.

Mr. Evans recalls his reaction to England's declaration of war on Germany in 1914.

Patriotism

Mr. Purse gives a thought-provoking - and somewhat unexpected - answer to the question of what he would say to today's young Canadians about duty, patriotism and love of country.

Heading Home

On her way home to Canada, Ms. Dunn got caught up in the celebrations in London, England on V-E Day. She was among the thousands on hand near Buckingham Palace.

Dieppe Landing Patients

Ms. Dunn recalls the large number of patients that resulted from the Dieppe landing.

Battle of The Somme

Mr. Downey recalls his further experiences during the Battle of the Somme in Belgium.

Battle of Vimy Ridge

Mr. Downey recalls his participation in the historic Battle of Vimy Ridge on Easter Monday, April 9, 1917.

Front Line and Billet Areas

Mr. Downey recalls arriving at the trenches on the front lines in France during the First World War.

Canadian Decision Regarding Hong Kong. Duty and Patriotism

Mr. Cyr reflects on the Canadian decision to send 1900 men to Hong Kong, knowing it was not possible to defend it. He also expresses his feelings about how Canadians view their contribution to the Second World War effort and what he would say to young Canadians about duty and patriotism.

POW Work in Coal Mine. End of War

The platoon is moved to the northeast tip of the island of Honshu and are put to work in a coal mine. Mr. Cyr also recalls the day they were informed the war was over.

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