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Cigarette Addiction
Mr. Golden discusses how addictive cigarettes eventually became to the prisoners, to the extent that even the malnourished and seriously ill would trade food for smokes.
Poor Rations
Mr. Golden describes a basic diet of weevil infested rice and vegetable green 'soup'. Supplements included oddities such as octopus, fish heads, and on one occasion, very unusual 'turkey'.
Hong Kong was not a Reign of Terror.
Mr. Golden contradicts the opinion of many POW's that there was a reign of terror in North Point and Sham Shui Po camps. He does, however, reiterate the claims of filth, disease, malnutrition and neglect.
A Diary and the Fear of Death
Mr. Golden discusses keeping an illegal diary. His secret is discovered by the Japanese, the diary confiscated, and he lives in fear for his life for several days before realizing there will be no repercussions.
An Uninformed Intelligence Officer
Mr. Golden, as an Intelligence Officer, describes having received no information about the enemy's movements or intentions until one day prior to their attack.
I Was Poorly Trained!
Mr. Golden admits that his training fell short of what he felt was necessary to adequately perform his instructor's duties prior to his deployment to Hong Kong.
#12 Hospital
Ms. Beattie, now with #12 hospital in Belgium, describes the around the clock regimen of penicillin injections she gave to both Allied and German patients, all of whom being treated with equal care.
Bomber Fleet Raises Morale
Mr. McDoanld describes the sight of a 1000- bomber fleet pass over London raising morale for the civilian people
Three Days in London
After surviving the jump, Mr. McDonald tells of his three day excursion in London before returning to his squadron.
I Always Wanted to Jump!
Mr. McDonald shares his experience of bailing out. He saves his rip cord!
Gratitude for the Ground Crew
Mr. McDonald expresses his high regard for the ground crew in their diligent maintenance of the aircraft.
Typical Flight Routine
Mr. McDonald explains the daily flight routine - checking battle orders and preparing for the flight. He also comments on how weather was a contributing factor to operational strategy..
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