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72 Hours on a Raft in the North Atlantic
Mr. Kenny recalls a time in April of 1943, when his ship was hit and he spent 72 hours alone on a raft in the North Atlantic.
‘A Matter of Surviving’
Mr. Kenny talks about the crew onboard the merchantman. He made 22 trips across the ocean.
Becoming a Cook
Mr. Kenny describes how he ended up being designated at the ship's “Cookie”. He also described travelling across the Atlantic in a convoy.
Interesting Leave
Mr. Guthrie describes two interesting leaves in Burma involving a rogue elephant and a tiger.
VE Day
Mr. Guthrie recalls finding out the war in Europe was over, a few days after the fact.
Ferrying Special Forces Behind Japanese Lines
Mr. Guthrie describes ferrying special forces behind Japanese lines, highlighting one instance when it was doubtful they would make their return.
Pick Up No Prisoners
Mr. Guthrie explains why they would not pick up enemy mariners from the water.
Thick Jungle
Mr. Guthrie describes going ashore into the thick Burmese jungle.
Sweeping Mines
Mr. Guthrie describes the process of sweeping submerged mines with a ship.
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