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Medical Supplies to Ortona

Medical Supplies to Ortona

Mr. Clavel describes coming under attack from German mortars as he attempts to find and deliver medical supplies to the Royal 22nd Regiment's advance position at Ortona

Saved by the Italian Underground

Saved by the Italian Underground

Mr. Zayachkowski describes being trapped behind enemy lines, and being hidden and protected by Italian sympathizers for six months.

Nearly Drowned While Sleeping

Nearly Drowned While Sleeping

Mr. Zayachkowski discusses the difficulty of survival in the muddy conditions around Ortona.

Spared by a German soldier

Spared by a German soldier

Mr. Zayachkowski describes being knocked out instead of shot by a German soldier, as he was searching for wounded Canadians in an abandoned house.

A Headstrong Officer Dies

A Headstrong Officer Dies

Mr. Zayachkowski describes the death of an officer, fresh on the front, who doesn’t heed experienced advice.

Flying Dangerous Spitfires in Italy

Flying Dangerous Spitfires in Italy

We learn the unlikely story of a hero through the recollection of operational activities in Italy.

No Fraternization

No Fraternization

Mr. Quick describes getting in trouble for a kind-hearted gesture, but being vindicated by his commanding officer.

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