Mr. Preece shares a heart-warming story of the interaction he experienced with his buddy in providing his shovel and offering some advice only to find this friend is killed a short time later
Close Encounter With The Enemy
Mr. Preece speaks about an instance where he encountered the enemy and struggles to accept the fact about his personal willingness to defend.
My First Time In Action
Thinking combat was going to be like the movies, Mr. Preece shares his story of the realization of fear and gruesome sights witnessed against the enemy
Signing Up Myself and a Friend
Once having an opportunity to join the Royal Regiment of Canada, Mr. Preece shares an amusing story of how he volunteered his friend to join as well.
A Great Thing To Be A Soldier
Mr. Preece shares his reasons for joining the service and the path of excitement and pride he experienced in being a soldier
Freedom is not Free
Mr. Palmer expresses his views on how Canada’s freedom has been hard fought.
The Importance of Paying Your Respect
Mr. Palmers shares a sincere moment with his son as they salute and honour the fallen at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider memorial in Ottawa.
Moving on to the Next Chapter of Life
Mr. Palmer shares a personal story of the focus he has now for family life now that he is retired from the military and the personal satisfaction he enjoys from his accomplishments during his military career.
In Uniform for 26 Years
Mr. Palmer shares an experience he had of the reality of Canada drawing down from Afghanistan as he watches the C-17 land in Canada.
Like Losing a Family Member
Mr. Palmer describes the dangers and potential dangers while stationed in Kabul.
Vehicle Being Challenged While on Duty
Mr. Palmers speaks of an instance where security guards challenged their vehicle and the intensity that ensued.
Blended in, Less of a Target
Mr. Palmer speaks of the many circumstances that make for an uneasy routine of military patrol within a convoy.