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Life as a POW
Mr. Ross describes the living conditions in North Point POW camp and discusses slave work at Kai Tek airport.
Christmas Day on Stanley
Mr. Ross describes the Royal Rifles’ Christmas Day assault on the town of Stanley and the British surrender the next day.
Battle Conditions
Mr. Ross describes the battle conditions faced by the Royal Rifles, particularly being vastly outnumbered and lacking any tactical support.
Interested in War
Mr. Ross describes his recruitment path which eventually saw him join the Royal Rifles of Canada.
Effect of the Depression
Mr. Senycz speaks about the tough times for families during the Depression and how salary dollars were limited.
Being a Hero and Sharing the Story!
Mr. Senycz speaks about his time in the Army and reflects back to the soldiers who didn’t return home as “Heroes.”
Being Transported to Basingstoke Hospital
Mr. Senycz was bandaged up after getting burned and was admitted to Basingstoke hospital in England for rehabilitation. He describes the pain of bandages being stuck in his flesh and the fear of never being able to see again.
The Bullet for “To Whom it May Concern!”
Mr. Senycz describes what it was like having bullets shot at the tank and never knowing what bullet was going to hit you - “Every 5th one you see,” explains Mr. Senycz
Getting Burned During Battle of Falaise
Mr. Senycz describes being wounded and how the entire crew was affected by enemy fire - “all got wounded but nobody killed!”
Finding Targets at Night
Mr. Senycz speaks about searching for German tanks and finding the enemy by their silhouette outline between the slats in the barn.
Observation Posts
Mr. Senycz describes his position at the observation posts finding targets while going across the channel to England.
Conditions in Barracks
Mr. Senycz describes landing in Southampton, England and taking over a horse barn for barracks.
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