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Boarding a Ship for Dieppe
Mr. Gorman continues his account of the events that took him to the beach at Dieppe, France. He’s aboard the ship Leopold sailing from a port in Southampton, England.
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.
Transfer to the Norwegian Army
Mr. Heward explains his transfer from the Canadian Army to the Norwegian Army and his duties surveying the German heavy water plant in Norway.
Faith is Prevalent During War
Mr. Danson describes how faith was important and widespread during the war. More specifically, during times of danger or tragedy.
Church on Sunday
Mr. Danson remembers attending church on Sunday with the Christians even though he was Jewish.
The Tragedies of War
Mr. Danson remembers saying farewell to friends and comrades after he was wounded. He also tells the story of the tragic death of one of his close friends as he tried to escape from a German hospital.
Becoming an Officer from the Ranks
Mr. Danson describes how he came back to Canada to get his commission. Despite his best efforts, he did not make it back to Europe in time for the D-Day invasion.
Camaraderie: War Isn't All Hell!!
Mr. Danson remembers the mobilization of his regiment and goes on to recall some of the positive experiences he shared with his friends during the war.
Leaving War Behind
Mr. Danson describes the strong bonds between the men of the Infantry Regiment. As well, he mentions how he left the war behind and moved on with his life.
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.
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