Mr. Ott explains the level of training received with RCR, yet realizing that no amount of training can prepare a soldier for arrival in Sarajevo
Locals Fleeing for Their Lives
Mr. Ott tells of the elite soldiers picked to provide humanitarian aid to the besieged city of Sarajevo and how life for the locals was destroyed as they fled from the villages.
Limitations with Rules of Engagement
Mr. Ott speaks about the frustrations in dealing with certain rules of engagements while trying to protect the local people.
Opening Up the Sarajevo Airport
Mr. Ott contributes the opening of the airport as one of his unit’s greatest accomplishments as a Canadian soldier.
Comradery When Out of the Military
Mr. Ott expresses his feelings about the level of comradery that is built in the military and how that strong bond remains even after service time.
Soldiers Sent Over Like Guinea Pigs
Mr. Ott provides his opinion on how his unit was sent over to serve in a country that because of circumstance would haunt them for the rest of their lives.
I Lived the Dream
Mr. Ott remarks that no words can express the pride for serving his country.
Guarding the PTT Building
Mr. Ott shares a heart-wrenching experience he had while on guard duty and how the guilt and responsibility remains with him today.