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Three Times Wounded
Mr. Laird describes the three instances during which he was wounded, specifically the last instance in which he was saved by a man he can’t find to thank.
A Deal With God
Mr. Laird describes being pinned at Campobasso, Italy, and years later, hearing of his minister’s experience during the same action.
If You Beat Him, He Will Want You
Mr. Laird recalls Gen. Montgomery’s reasoning for wanting the 1st Division of Canadians with him in Italy.
Montgomery's Double
Mr. Laird recalls meeting Gen. Montgomery while under attack near Sicily, only to find out years later that it wasn’t actually the General.
U-Boat Near Gibraltar
Mr. Laird recalls the U-Boat alarm sounding during the voyage to Sicily, while outside Gibraltar, and seeing depth charges deployed.
Into Action - Sicily
Mr. Laird describes the invasion of Sicily, starting with the long voyage from Scotland.
Canada's Commandos
Mr. Laird recalls being assigned to Canada's newly created commando unit, explaining the reasons for it's creation and disbandment.
Stores, Tanks and Flags
Mr. Laird describes how he progressed from joining up with ordinance, to becoming a signaller.
Leadup to War Hits Home
Mr. Laird recalls when the leadup to war hit home.
Loading onto the Barge
Mr. Buchanan describes the feelings and thoughts soldiers had when they were loaded onto barges.
Hidden Attack
Mr. Buchanan describes how they would get people out of houses using grenades. He also remembers entering one village and hiding on both sides of the street to attack the German Army.
Last Action
Mr. Buchanan talks about the mistake the German soldiers made during a counter attack in Hawkwell Forest. He also describes the advantages of using search lights when invading at night.
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