Mr. Himes recalls joining up to be sent to Korea in quick fashion - so quick his mother barely had time to react at all, let alone try to stop him.
Airborne Jump Training
Mr. Nystad is explaining jump training and also how well his first actual jump went without a hesitation.
The Manning Depot in Toronto - Part 2
Mr. Romanow talks about his experiences at the CNE Manning Depot.
The Manning Depot in Toronto - Part 1
Mr. Romanow talks about his experiences at the CNE Manning Depot.
Return to Civilian Life
War camps and illness weakened Mr Ewing physically but they did not affect his mind and his return to normal life.
Enlisting at Age 15
Mr. Ewing describes his determination to join the service which included multiple attempts at enlisting.
Seeing The World
Mr. Fitzmaurice talks about his trip from Canada to Southeast Asia and getting a chance to see the world.
A Tough Question - A Troubling Answer
More than half a century after his service for Canada during the Second World War, Mr. Hyde is asked a difficult question. His answer is clear and to the point.
Canada’s Forces Strength In September 1939
Mr. Hyde looks back at the day Canada declared war on Germany and considers the state of the Canadian forces at that time.
A Quick Lesson In Regiment’s History
Mr. Hyde talks about his knowledge of the PPCLI when he enlisted and how much more did he learned in his early days with the regiment.
Pre-War Enlistment
Mr. Hyde's father, a Veteran of the First World War, was a significant influence in his enlisting in the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) only two weeks after his 18th birthday in October 1938.
Demolition Training
Mr. Toney describes joining the Engineering Corps and excelling at demolition.