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A Gun Sergeant’s Duty

Mr. Bannerman speaks about his responsibility as a gun sergeant and the loyalty of the crew during wartime service.

It Was The Right Thing To Do

Mr. Thomarat talks about the service experience of his four brothers, and discusses how he joined the army, and then the air force.

A Decorated Father

Mr. Thomarat talks about his father's military background and achievements.

My Best Friend Clifford Cushing

Mr. Young speaks about his strong bond of friendship with his fellow soldier and recites a poem he wrote about his friend killed in Normandy, 1944

Getting Wounded

Mr. Baker speaks about getting wounded in Italy while riding his motorcycle and how they evacuated the wounded from the battle field.

Responsibility of the 8th Canadian Reconnaissance Regiment

Mr. Young speaks about his pride for the regiment and identifies the role they played during battles in seeking out the enemy.

Wounded by Shrapnel

Mr. Young describes being wounded in Normandy and how doctors considered him a lucky man to have survived the encounter.

Being in Battle

Mr. Baker describes what it’s like to be in battle - the lack of food, the fear and the reality of life in the army. As Mr. Baker says, "You never know when you're gonna get it."

Fascination for Radio

Mr. Barrie attributes his fascination for radio as being the major reason for becoming a Leading Aircraftsman during his service with the RCAF

Sinking of the Scharnhorst

Mr. Brown describes his time in the Arctic Ocean when their British fleet sank the Scharnhorst..

Aircraft Carriers

Mr. Brown explains one of the differences between the American and British carriers.

The Value of Marriage

Mr. Brown speaks about meeting the love of his life during the war and how, after 59 years, they still hold a strong bond of marriage.

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