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Saudi Royalty and a Goat Grab

Saudi Royalty and a Goat Grab

Mr. Johnston describes how the Saudi locals made the Canadians feel welcome, and being invited to a traditional buffet by a Saudi Prince.

Respect Towards Saudi Culture

Respect Towards Saudi Culture

Mr. Johnston recalls his memories of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He describes the customs and social intricacies they were expected to respect and follow, and how they were much more extreme for servicewomen.

Airborne Warning and Control Squadron

Airborne Warning and Control Squadron

Mr. Johnston describes AWACS, covering some of it’s history and use in different countries, and some of it’s technical and mechanical uniqueness.

Canadians Posted South

Canadians Posted South

Mr. Johnston recalls how he became posted on an American base as part of a joint Canadian/American force. He also comments on the differences in Canadian and US military equipment.

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day

Colonel Ethell shares his feelings about what Remembrance Day means to him.

Most Vivid Memory in the Balkans

Most Vivid Memory in the Balkans

Colonel Ethell describes his most vivid memories of being in the Balkans.

Memories and Reflections on the Balkans

Memories and Reflections on the Balkans

Colonel Ethell speaks of how they found Nazi sympathizers during the Balkan crisis 50 years after the Second World War

Service and Sacrifice in the Balkans

Service and Sacrifice in the Balkans

Mr. Ethell remembers the service and sacrifice of the various UN servicemen during the Balkan crisis.

Fear of Israel Joining the War

Fear of Israel Joining the War

Mr. Ethell recalls the concerns about the possibility of Israel entering the war.

Quality UN Forces

Quality UN Forces

Mr.Ethell talks about serving as a multi-national force.

Respect for Canadians

Respect for Canadians

Colonel Ethell talks about how the Canadians and the Irish were respected by both the Israelis and the Syrians

Keeping the Balance

Keeping the Balance

Mr. Ethell describes remaining neutral in his position as the Senior Liaison Officer between the Israelis and Syrians.

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