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Grenade training was dangerous.
Mr. Page describes a training incident where a soldier accidentally drops a live grenade in their trench. Their sergeant throws it away just in time.
Hunger and civilian interaction in France
Mr. Page discusses the hunger among French civilians and watching children licking out empty meat tins. He also describes being billeted with a French family and their little girl crying for a goodbye kiss.
Entering the Unknown
Mr. Wadman describes the devastation his unit witnessed upon arrival and the appreciation the civilian people had for the UN presence.
Road Move to Sarajevo
Mr. Wadman describes his unit’s road move into the besieged city of Sarajevo and his first impressions as they travelled towards the city.
Highlight of My Career
Major-General MacKenzie recalls his experience in Sarajevo as one of his most challenging and fulfilling times of his service.
Unit’s Accomplishments
Major-General MacKenzie expresses the phenomenal achievement of his troops and that no one let him down.
Soldier’s Respect
Major-General MacKenzie speaks about the pleasure he felt from his soldiers and the level of respect they provided to him as their commander.
Confrontations
Under command, Major-General MacKenzie tells of situations when experiencing confrontations with the opposition.
Feeling Secure With The Media
Major-General MacKenzie relates his comfort level and preference for the presence of the media during confrontations in the field.
Izzy Dolls
Major-General MacKenzie provides a background to the creation of the Izzy Doll campaign and his involvement in ensuring these dolls are received by children all over the world.
Promotion in the Field
Major-General MacKenzie speaks about his promotion to Major-General in the field and receiving his Canadian rank badge.
A Turning Point in History
Major-General MacKenzie provides some historical background as to how he was chosen by the UN to command troops in Croatia and set up headquarters in Sarajevo.
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