Mr. MacDougall discusses the formation of a uniquely Nova Scotian brigade, and sailing for England on Friday the 13th aboard the SS Olympia.
A Signaller
Mr. MacDougall describes how his brigade was broken up to provide reinforcements to the four brigades already in France, and his role as a signaller in a machine gun battalion.
Repairing Damaged Wires
Mr. MacDougall describes the process of running telephone wires, the various ways wires could be severed, and having to repair after dark.
Prelude to Amiens
Mr. MacDougall describes having to secretly travel overnight from Arras to Amiens in preparation for the Allied surprise attack at Amiens.