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Spitfire Flying
Mr. Ireland describes impressions of the Spitfire, and his combat training at the Spitfire Operational Training Unit in Dundee, Scotland.
Flying was in my Heart
Mr. Ireland describes training on the Hurricane at the Operational training Unit in Bagotville, Quebec, and reveals his love for flying.
Wartime Instructor
Mr. Ireland discusses his role as a flight instructor, handling the recruits, and teaching newly adopted air to ground attack tactics.
Solo is the Big Thing
Mr. Ireland describes his first flight training in a Fleet Finch biplane, followed by his first solo in that aircraft.
Don’t be too Sharp
Mr. Ireland describes his basic training at St. John, New Brunswick, as well as the selection process for Air Crew at Victoriaville #3 Initial Training School.
German Hospitality
Mr. Cromwell experiences the kindness of a German family giving him rest and accommodation for the night.
Taking of the City of Caen
Mr. Cromwell speaks of the first big push into Caen witnessing the sight of planes and bombs being dropped very close to their trenches.
Five Years Away From Home
Mr. Cromwell speaks about reuniting with his family and spending their first Christmas together in six years.
German Hospitality
Mr. Cromwell experiences the kindness of a German family giving him rest and accommodation for the night.
Living Like Kings
Situated at a Germany Army base, Mr. Cromwell talks about the wonderful experience of being treated like Kings.
Joining with Occupation Troops
After making the decision to remain in the army, Mr. Cromwell moves back into action and begins the transport of displaced persons.
The Day the War Ended
Mr. Cromwell explains the setup of his platoon and how they celebrated after hearing about the end of the war.
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