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within regiment Fort Garry Horse (Armoured Vehicle Unit)
Ambushed by a Panther - Severely Wounded
Mr. Giovannetti recalls when his Sherman tank was ambushed by a German Panther. He describes how the Sherman was destroyed and he was almost fatally injured.
Shooter in the Steeple
Mr. Giovannetti recalls being shot at while driving into Falaise with his armoured unit, and blowing up the shooters hiding spot. He also describes seeing the same location during a post-war visit.