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within regiment Royal Canadian Regiment
Nippon Berra Training Camp
Mr. Jones describes being sent to Japan after the Korean cease-fire to help set up a training camp at Nippon Berra.
The Royal Canadian Regiment at Chai-Li
Mr. Jones discusses how the high level of training possessed by the Royal Canadian Regiment was apparent in all aspects of its battle with the Chinese at Chai-Li.
Physical Training Instructor
Mr. Jones discusses volunteering for Korea, and because of his background as a boxer, being selected and trained as a Physical Training instructor.
Attack at First Light
Mr. Jones describes losing his closest friend while defending a position at Almelo, Holland.
First Encounter With Death
Mr. Jones describes his first assignment in France which was accompanying the padre to the battlefield to retrieve the dead.
Redeployed
Mr. Jones discusses being transferred from the Armoured Corps to the Infantry, due to heavy losses in the Royal Regiment of Canada.
Armoured Corps Training
Mr. Jones describes the many facets of training for the Armoured Corps.
Receiving the Commander-In-Chief Commendation
Mr. Bojalil explains his role played in getting himself and his fellow soldiers recognized for the duty performed in reopening of the airport.
Welcoming From the Children
Mr. Bojalil expresses the appreciation the children of Sarajevo had for the soldier’s presence.
Comradery - One of the Best Things in Life!!
Mr. Bojalil expresses his bond and strong feelings he gained through the friendships of his fellow soldiers.
Escort Duty
Mr. Bojalil describes a situation where he encountered confrontation with a child supporting a rocket launcher and where quick decision had to be exercised.
Rules of Engagement
Mr. Bojalil provides his opinion on rules of engagement and the difficulty of knowing who was firing at you during times of fire.