Proud of his Metis heritage, Mr. Fowler shares his experience of serving alongside many soldiers with different cultural backgrounds all fighting for the one country they love.
A Time to be Alone
Mr. Fowler expresses his emotions during visits to the graves of many of his fellow comrades and the importance of remembering them.
Beginning to Sense the End of the War
As the end of war draws near, Mr. Fowler remembers the feelings of relief that overcame the soldiers.
A Soldier Will Win or Lose
Mr. Fowlers expresses the feeling of guilt he carries for surviving the war when remembering the soldiers that did not have the same fortune.
Doing my Job Two Ways
Mr. Fowler identifies his service and how the common threat for survival became evident.
Service as a Drummer
Mr. Fowler defines his role as a drummer within the regiment and the significance combatant and non-combatant soldiers play during wartime service.
A Part of the First Special Service Force
Mr. Summersides recalls volunteering for the First Special Service Force and enjoying the short-lived but much improved menu before being sent to the Anzio Beachhead.
Training with Little to Eat
Mr. Summersides describes the environment within the training camp and the limited amount of rations provided.
Joining Under Peer Pressure
Mr. Summersides recounts his training and being drafted to go overseas to Naples.
Going in the Right Direction
Mr. Preece provides his opinion of the importance the youth of today must have working together as a team rather than individuals to make our country strong.
The Dutch People Love Us!
Mr. Preece expresses the deep sense of gratitude the Dutch people have for the Canadian soldiers like himself and the care and upkeep of graves given to the Veterans who are laid to rest in their cemeteries
Not Prepared To Be So Frightened
Mr. Preece discusses the expectations he had on himself in being a good solder yet realizing that he was never prepared to be so afraid.