Combat Engineer MacEachern tells of his experiences when landing in Ethiopia and the cultural shock of living and working conditions.
The Bosnian Girl and Her New Dress!
Mr. Bojalil shares a story as how he unknowingly fulfilled a young girl’s happiness by providing for a new dress
Supplies Not Meant for the Military
Mr. Slusar witnesses the food and medical supplies for the civilian people being taken by the military for their own use, an act he could not support.
Proudest Memory of Sarajevo
Mr. Slusar expresses his pride when watching the first plane come in to the airport. One of the best experiences of his service.
Level of Stress
Mr. Slusar describes the level of stress and reasons that cause intensity during a mission.
The Importance of Structure
Mr. Slusar stresses the importance of structure and the importance of a checklist of a soldier’s daily routine, a positive habit hard to break when returning home.
A Positive Change to Family Support
Mr. Slusar provides his opinion of how the military has made a positive step to providing support to the family when the soldier returns home.
Receiving the Commander-In-Chief Commendation
Mr. Bojalil explains his role played in getting himself and his fellow soldiers recognized for the duty performed in reopening of the airport.
Welcoming From the Children
Mr. Bojalil expresses the appreciation the children of Sarajevo had for the soldier’s presence.
Comradery - One of the Best Things in Life!!
Mr. Bojalil expresses his bond and strong feelings he gained through the friendships of his fellow soldiers.
Escort Duty
Mr. Bojalil describes a situation where he encountered confrontation with a child supporting a rocket launcher and where quick decision had to be exercised.
Rules of Engagement
Mr. Bojalil provides his opinion on rules of engagement and the difficulty of knowing who was firing at you during times of fire.