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American Generosity
Mr. MacDonald describes being hosted in style at an American camp during a trip back to his own regiment in post-war Germany.
You Can’t Fight Shellfire
Mr. MacDonald describes the chaos of battle and how he was wounded.
Landing at Normandy
Mr. MacDonald describes conditions at sea on landing day and how relieved he was, despite the danger, to get ashore.
Winter training at Aldershot
Mr. MacDonald describes how cold it was at Camp Aldershot and how the cold affected their training.
Patriotism is necessary.
Mr. Peterson reflects on camaraderie in the line of fire, his pride in service and the need for patriotic vigilance.
Gas exposure and injury to the eye
Mr. Peterson describes in general the German use of explosive shells to deliver gas attacks, and more specifically being blinded in his right eye by exposure to gas.
War is thankless
Mr. Peterson discusses the increasing independence of the Canadian Corps at Vimy, followed by his reflections on the likelihood of survival on the Front.
Enjoying every minute of his service
Mr. Peterson describes the light-hearted attitude of Canadian soldiers new to France, and how they got a sense of reality after being moved to the front.
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