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Carnage and Courage
At 11 o’clock in the morning, the Royal Navy ship, from which Mr. Grand was observing the carnage on the beach, lay three miles off-shore. Orders were received to proceed to the beach with instructions to “use everything”. Mr. Grand tells of the events that followed and the remarkable courage of three British Navy men who saved the lives of those on board.
You Couldn’t Help But Remember
Mr. Carr discusses returning to Holland on the 40th and 50th anniversaries of VE Day
Everything Was Made Right
Mr. Carr describes how a chance visit from Canada's Minister of Defence improved conditions for Canadian soldiers in Italy.
Canned Bacon!
Mr. Carr describes poor food, the illness that often resulted and an odd way of ensuring you were cured
Holland Celebrates
Mr. Carr describes action in Holland as the war was ending.
An Audience With the Pope
Mr. Carr describes his trip to the Vatican including an audience with the Pope
The Canadians Were Given the Job
Mr. Carr describes the assault on and taking of Monte Cassino, and cleaning out Ortona
Conditions in Italy
Mr. Carr describes Italy's terrain, living conditions and socialization
A Change of Regiments
Mr. Carr describes basic training and switching regiments.
Words to Young Canadians
Mr. Grand offers a unique response to young Canadians and future generations about service and duty to their country.
A Plea for Understanding the Cost
Mr. Grand is asked if he feels that it’s important for Canadians to understand what he and his comrades went through during the years of the Second World War.
Cigarettes for a Fine Camera
Many merchandise exchanges took place between allied soldiers and members of the surrendered German army. Mr. Grand describes how he was interested in taking home one of the excellent German cameras and how he arranged a deal.
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