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They’re not Indians
Mr. Bérard describes a couple of events in Hong Kong which demonstrated the ignorance and arrogance of the British toward Canadians.
As Soon as You’re Shot at, You’re Trained
Mr. Bérard discusses various aspects of his interaction with and commitment to his men, and his confidence in them.
We Considered Them a Source of Protein
Mr. Barton elaborates on nutrition and health issues in the POW camps.
A Diet Not Fit For a Human
Mr. Barton describes POW camp conditions and harsh discipline by Canadian officers.
A Handful of Men Fought Until Their Ammunition was Expended
Mr. Barton paraphrases the company chaplain’s account of the final surrender at Wong Nai Chung Gap.
They Could be Seen Spitting and Sparking Before They Exploded
Mr. Barton describes being overwhelmed by the Japanese at their command position and his decision to escape rather than surrender (excerpt from a report Mr. Barton authored in 1945).
The Trucks got up the Road but Were Blown out by the Japs
Mr. Barton describes the lack of medical facilities and the fatal consequences of being in the subordinate tactical position (excerpt from report Mr. Barton authored in 1945).
There Was a Misconception of the Japanese Ability to Fight
Mr. Barton describes being deployed to the Wong Nai Chung Gap, the underestimation of the enemy and being surrounded. (Includes an excerpt from a report Mr. Barton authored in 1945.)
Destination Hong Kong
Mr. Babin describes sailing for Hong Kong, reaching Sham Shui Po barracks and his limited training. He briefly describes his responsibilities at battalion headquarters.
Impacts of Hong Kong
Mr. Agerbak describes the long-term physical and emotional impacts of his service in Hong Kong.
It Took Them Quite a While to Find Us
Mr. Agerbak describes how a hidden radio informed them the war was over and discusses his voyage home to Canada.
I Was the One That Got the Beating
Mr. Agerbak describes various aspects of working as a blacksmith in the Yokohama shipyards, nutrition, responsibilities, and discipline.
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