Mr. Berard remembers the last days of the war, in Holland and also reflects on how difficult it was for the men who had served together for so long to go their separate ways at the end of the war.
Rimini Airport
Mr. Berard relates that the effort to take Rimini Airport was not easy.
Entering Rome
Mr. Berard remembers being among some of the first troops to enter Rome.
Building and Repairing Bridges
Mr. Berard outlines his duties as part of the Royal Canadian Engineers.
Engineer Duties
Mr. Berard outlines his duties as part of the Royal Canadian Engineers.
Merchant Navy Role in Second World War.
Mr. Abbott states his firm belief that the Merchant Marine played an important role in defeating Hitler and the Germans in the Second World War.