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Sights of the Oil Fires in the Distance
Realizing the burning oil fires were close, Mr. Mellor describes the sights from on board the ship with the smell and foggy surroundings.
Responsibilities as part of Engineering Department
Mr. Mellor provides detail on his role on board ship and the detailed routine of the entire engineering department.
Uniqueness of the HMCS Athabaskan
Mr. Mellor describes unique aspects of being part of the crew of the HMCS Athabaskan and interpretations some sailors had for the work that they did.
Excitement of Going to War
After confirming his part in the Persian Gulf War, Mr. Mellor shares the sense of excitement felt gearing up and getting ready to go to sea.
From Rumours to Reality
Mr. Mellor shares the story of how he first heard of a contingent going to the Persian Gulf and steps he took to ensure he would be a part of it.
Pride in Sacrifice
Mr. Doherty recalls how his pride in service changed as the war progressed, and explains how he takes more pride in it today.
Protecting Convoys From The Wolf Pack
Mr. Doherty recalls the attack strategies of packs of German submarines, and describes hunting for them while escorting convoys.
D-Day: Germans on the Run
Mr. Doherty recalls events surrounding the D-Day invasion; coastal minesweeping, cancellation and reinstatement of the offensive, and how well it was orchestrated. He also remarks on how feeling, that the Allies now had the Germans on the run, affected morale.
Dangerous Stoke Hold Makes for Jumpy Nerves
Mr. Doherty recalls how the stoke hold was the most dangerous part of the ship. He then describes how he exited the war with jumpy nerves, having experienced so much, and remembers when he and a Petty Officer on the Guysborough thought they'd been torpedoed.
Survived Torpedo Sinking
His ship was torpedoed on the way to Algiers in North Africa. There was a heavy loss of life as his ship sank. Mr. Ellis was one of only 12 survivors. He recalls the frightening experience, including 4 ½ hours in the water, hoping to be rescued.
First Time Under Fire
Mr. Ellis was asked to remember the first time his minesweeper encountered German fire.
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