Mr. Spracklin describes some of the battles that the 166th Artillery Regiment went through during the Italian Campaign including the Sangro River, Lanciano, and Monte Cassino.
Becoming an Officer’s Assistant
Mr. Spracklin describes how he came to be an officer’s assistant and the duties of the position.
The Men of the 166th Artillery Regiment
Mr. Spracklin describes his experience with the 166th Artillery Regiment and how serving with the men changed him.
Stop or Keep Going? (Part 1 of 2)
Mr. Robitaille talks about the attack at Santa Maria, and getting wounded.
Darkness Comes Early (Part 3 of 3)
Mr. Robitaille tells the story of his reconnaissance mission at Santa Maria.
Darkness Comes Early (Part 2 of 3)
Mr. Robitaille tells the story of his reconnaissance mission at Santa Maria.
Darkness Comes Early (Part 1 of 3)
Mr. Robitaille tells the story of his reconnaissance mission at Santa Maria.
Leaving Camp
Mr. Robitaille talks about being with the Royal Canadian Regiment at the Valcartier camp.
Victory in Holland
Mr. Durant speaks of the fall of the last German stronghold in Apeldoorn, Holland, and the celebrations that followed.
The Sounds of Fear
Mr. Durant describes the fear that haunted all soldiers and wonders how they ever survived.
From Italy to France
Mr. Durant talks about many of his Italian missions and battles. Also, about his involvement in the Devil's Brigade.
The Bombing of Monte Cassino
Mr. Godden describes the Allied bombing of the Germans at Monte Cassino where hundreds of Allied bombers atacked the Germans, but could not break their position.