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8th New Brunswick Hussars
Mr. Gorie recalls his time with the 8th New Brunswick Hussars, and the first time he went into action.
German Tactics Prevent Movement
Mr. Gorie recalls some of the tactics used by the Germans to keep the tanks from moving forward.
Fall Of Rome and D-Day
Mr. Gorie speaks of the fall of Rome on June 5, 1944, the D-Day landing in France the following day and the less-than-kind nickname, D-Day Dodgers, given to the troops in Italy at the time of the D-Day invasion by Lady Astor.
The War Is Over
After action in Belgium, Mr. Gorie's tank unit is moved to Holland. He is there when the war ends and remembers the kindness and appreciation of the Dutch people.
Delay Getting Home To Canada
Mr. Gorie's unit remained in Holland until November, 1945 when they were finally sent back to England. There, they experienced further problems getting home to Canada.
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