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Who’s the Enemy?
Mr. Gyselman describes being shelled by miniature Japanese howitzers, which inflicts serious casualties and forces the remaining men to retreat. Escaping along a water course, the men are mistakenly fired upon by their British allies. They show the white flag, and are granted safe passage by the British.
A Stolen Truck and a Broken Rifle
Mr. Gyselman describes commandeering an old truck to be used to transport troops to a new defensive position. Once there, and under enemy attack, he discovers that his rifle doesn't fire.
Shooting a Fifth Columnist
Mr. Gyselman describes the shooting of a Fifth Columnist who refuses to halt when challenged. A search of the body reveals maps of the Canadian positions drawn in ink.
First Action in Hong Kong
Mr. Gyselman describes being on sentry duty at a reservoir when it is bombed by the Japanese. One bomb is close enough to shower him with dirt and gravel.
Duties in Jamaica
Mr. Gyselman describes his responsibilities while serving in Jamaica, including searching foreign vessels for German sympathizers and performing guard duty at a camp for German internees.
The New Uniform
Mr. Gyselman describes being issued a new uniform which is much too small for him. When he, a raw recruit, questions the judgment of the quartermaster who issued it to him, who happens to be a major, the officer gives him a fifteen minute 'explanation'.
War is Terrible
Mr. Hannam provides his view on the sadness of wartime and how he is so very proud of Canada’s contribution.
Reuniting After so Many Years
Mr. Hannam shares the emotional encounter with the sister of the little girl that died in his arms.
The Loss of the Little Girl
Mr. Hannam shares a heartfelt story on the loss of life of a little girl while on duty as stretcher bearer.
Uncovering the Mystery Many Years Later
Mr. Hannam describes the mystery of who was shooting from the steeple of the church and how he found out the truth years later.
Casualty Clearing Station
Reaching the assembly point, Mr. Hannam is busy recording casualties while at the same time assisting wounded infantrymen.
Pandemonium on the Beach
Coming in on the second wave and realizing they had to move in, Mr. Hannam describes the chaos on the beach.
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