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Sense of Fear is Real
Mr. Mercer discusses the feeling of fear he had especially his first night in battle; a sense he believes all soldiers must experience.
Getting Caught in a Minefield
Finding themselves in a minefield, Mr. Mercer recalls how his comrade Smitty recovered after stepping on one during a routine job of laying wire.
Guns were Constantly Moving
Mr. Mercer explains the strategies involved in setting targets.
Artillery Fire Towards the Enemy
Mr. Mercer recounts some of the tactics and scenarios used when firing artillery towards the enemy.
Initial Setup for the Artillery
Mr. Mercer speaks about being part of the First Commonwealth Division and his regiment’s responsibilities for setting up camp.
Welcoming the Canadians with a song!
As the troop ship arrives in Pusan, an American brass band is dockside singing a song for the Canadians, a very humorous memory for Mr. Mercer.
Getting ‘Selected’ for Korea
Mr. Dunham discusses how he was selected to go to Korea.
Military and Civilian Casualties
Mr. Ferguson discusses the importance of remembering both military and civilian victims of war. He stresses the need for today’s youth to lobby our politicians to adopt a stance that embraces peace as the first option.
North Korean Leaflets and PA Systems
Mr. Ferguson describes the mind messing that the North Koreans did with propaganda leaflets and messages broadcast on huge PA systems.
Band of Brothers
Mr. Ferguson discusses the bonding and brotherhood that begins in basic training, and which receives its ultimate test in combat.
Fighter Patrols and Rules of Engagement
Mr. Ferguson describes the nervous tension he experienced during fighter patrols, and discusses ‘Rules of Engagement’, which outlined the procedures for entering a fire fight.
Civilians Helped At Great Risk
Mr. Ferguson describes how Korean civilians provided food and laundry services, despite the fact that they were often targeted by enemy artillery.
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