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Training in Pusan
Mr. Chrysler describes his arrival in Pusan, the initial mountain training and the horror of seeing hundred of starving children in the streets.
Military Activities
Mr. Chrysler recalls various military activities during the first few weeks in Korea.
Heavy Mortar Fire
Mr. Chrysler describes how the heavy mortar fire physically affected the men involved and how hot - often, red hot - the barrels of the machine guns became as a result of the high number of rounds used. He goes on to describe one of the tactics used to confuse the enemy.
Village of Dead Koreans
Mr. Chrysler tells of coming across the bones of a village of dead Koreans. The village appeared to have been wiped out by the North Korean and Chinese military. He also relates several other experiences that were, at times, humorous and, at other times, frightening.
Pride of Service
Mr. Chrysler remembers his last night of combat before returning to Canada. He speaks of his pride of service and the contribution of Canadian service men and women to stop the spread of communism in the Far East and the rest of the world.
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