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Short Deployment to Somalia

Short Deployment to Somalia

Mr. Feyko speaks of his time spent in Somalia and his duties within the compound.

Freedom is not Free

Freedom is not Free

Mr. Palmer expresses his views on how Canada’s freedom has been hard fought.

A Variety of Tasks in the Intelligence Branch

A Variety of Tasks in the Intelligence Branch

Mr. Palmer describes some of the operations and missions that he was involved with outside the normal day to day duties of coordinating NATO assets.

From Infantry to Intelligence

From Infantry to Intelligence

After experiencing military life as an infantry man, Mr. Palmer tells of his decision to change paths and serve with the Intelligence Branch.

A Most Memorable Christmas!

A Most Memorable Christmas!

While on deployment in Somalia, Mr. Bradley describes a celebration of the Christmas holiday, a mystical experience never to be forgotten.

Abundance of Supply in the Midst of Poverty

Abundance of Supply in the Midst of Poverty

Mr. Bradley shares his view on the abundance of supplies for the soldiers versus witnessing the locals using their trash to survive.

Daily Routine of Quartermaster

Daily Routine of Quartermaster

Mr. Bradley provides details of his daily responsibilities in keeping soldiers combat ready during operations.

The Dynamics of Keeping Soldiers Engaged

The Dynamics of Keeping Soldiers Engaged

Mr. Bradley talks about keeping morale up amongst the soldiers and activities they did while off duty.

A very Austere Environment

A very Austere Environment

In relation to the availability of supplies, Mr. Bradley explains the amount of equipment required in building a camp for the infantry.

Part of the Airborne Regiment

Part of the Airborne Regiment

As quartermaster, Mr. Bradley details the responsibility of the regiment in providing support to the soldiers.

Living Conditions at Two Extremes

Living Conditions at Two Extremes

Dr. Blizzard describes his barracks in Somalia and how in the near distance witnessed civilians living in two extremes - poverty and wealth!

First Assignment Abroad

First Assignment Abroad

Dr. Blizzard describes his six month assignment in Egypt with the UN peacekeeping operation and the differences in personalities he saw between the Polish, Australian and Canadian soldiers.

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