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Taking Leave in Edinborough

Taking Leave in Edinborough

Mr. Keys describes the time he took leave in Edinborough.

From Artillery to Infantry

From Artillery to Infantry

Mr. Keys describes why he transferred from the artillery to the infantry.

Army Over Navy

Army Over Navy

Mr. Keys explains why he joined the army instead of the navy.

When War Broke Out

When War Broke Out

Mr. Keys recollects being in Chicago with the merchant marine when the war broke out. He then went to Regina to visit his mother and subsequently enlisted.

Why He Enlisted

Why He Enlisted

Mr. Keys explains his reason for enlisting.

The Search For Work

The Search For Work

Mr. Keys describes what it was like looking for a job in October, 1935. He recounts going by train to Northern Ontario where he was refused work in the mines because of his weight.

Camaraderie

Camaraderie

Mr. Keys describes some of the soldiers in 12 Platoon.

Wartime Sacrifices of Canadians at Home and Abroad

Wartime Sacrifices of Canadians at Home and Abroad

Mr. Ross speaks of the contribution made by all Canadians - at home and abroad - to the victory in Europe during the Second World War.

Praise For Those Who Served

Praise For Those Who Served

Mr. Ross gives an emotional response to the question of how he feels about the men with whom he served.

The War Is Over - Counting The Cost

The War Is Over - Counting The Cost

Mr. Ross reflects on his reaction to the news that the war in Europe was over...and the cost of that victory.

From Belgium Into Holland

From Belgium Into Holland

Mr. Ross concludes his description of the action in Belgium and describes the move into Holland.

More on the Liberation of Antwerp

More on the Liberation of Antwerp

Mr. Ross continues his account of the liberation of the city of Antwerp.

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