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Emergency Medical Training

Emergency Medical Training

Mr. Williams details the type of training provided in Canada and in Bosnia to better prepare the medics for the tragedy and despair they may encounter.

Medics Go Where Needed

Medics Go Where Needed

Mr. Williams tells of how he was chosen as an army medic although it was not his first preference and of the training involved.

Horseback Riding Across Canada with Veteran Paul Nichols

Horseback Riding Across Canada with Veteran Paul Nichols

Mr. Paul Nichols shares a powerful and inspirational story of his desire to make a change for recognition of all Canadian Veterans and his reasons for organizing a 211 day ride across Canada in the saddle with his horses and team.

Freedom is not Free

Freedom is not Free

Mr. Palmer expresses his views on how Canada’s freedom has been hard fought.

The Importance of Paying Your Respect

The Importance of Paying Your Respect

Mr. Palmers shares a sincere moment with his son as they salute and honour the fallen at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider memorial in Ottawa.

Moving on to the Next Chapter of Life

Moving on to the Next Chapter of Life

Mr. Palmer shares a personal story of the focus he has now for family life now that he is retired from the military and the personal satisfaction he enjoys from his accomplishments during his military career.

In Uniform for 26 Years

In Uniform for 26 Years

Mr. Palmer shares an experience he had of the reality of Canada drawing down from Afghanistan as he watches the C-17 land in Canada.

Like Losing a Family Member

Like Losing a Family Member

Mr. Palmer describes the dangers and potential dangers while stationed in Kabul.

Vehicle Being Challenged While on Duty

Vehicle Being Challenged While on Duty

Mr. Palmers speaks of an instance where security guards challenged their vehicle and the intensity that ensued.

Blended in, Less of a Target

Blended in, Less of a Target

Mr. Palmer speaks of the many circumstances that make for an uneasy routine of military patrol within a convoy.

The Reality of Being a Target

The Reality of Being a Target

While on duty, Mr. Palmer speaks about the awareness of becoming a target and realizes that harm could be done at any time during patrol.

An Enjoyable Tour of Duty

An Enjoyable Tour of Duty

Mr. Palmer speaks in detail about his tour to Afghanistan and the role he played within Intelligence headquarters.

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