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Digging Holes

Digging Holes

Mr. Gouchie tells us that he dug more holes over there (France) than you could plow up in a month and explains why.

Eleven Months of Action

Eleven Months of Action

Mr. Gouchie describes what he saw and went through for the eleven months following D-Day.

Being a Sniper

Being a Sniper

Mr. Gouchie talks about his role as a sniper.

The 2nd Wave

The 2nd Wave

Mr. Gouchie was part of the 2nd wave that landed at Juno Beach on D-Day. He tells us about that landing and the first few hours of the battle.

A 50 Mile Forced March

A 50 Mile Forced March

Mr. Melanson describes reaching the Baltic ahead of the Russians and the hoard of German POWs in Canadian care.

Landing in a Tree!

Landing in a Tree!

Mr. Melanson describes parachuting over the Rhine with both tragic and humorous consequences.

Jonesy’s Story - A Tremendous Brotherhood

Jonesy’s Story - A Tremendous Brotherhood

Mr. Melanson describes the tremendous bond among the remaining members of his battalion.

Looking for Excitement

Looking for Excitement

Mr. Melanson reflects on his reasons for wanting to serve overseas.

Life Aboard the Louis Pasteur

Life Aboard the Louis Pasteur

Mr. Melanson talks about his crossing aboard the Louis Pasteur as she sailed to England.

Patrolling the Battle of the Bulge

Patrolling the Battle of the Bulge

Mr. Melanson describes his backup role in the Battle of the Bulge.

Becoming A Paratrooper

Becoming A Paratrooper

Despite being turned down by the Navy due to a weak left eye, Mr. Melanson persevered. He tells us about the path that led him to becoming a paratrooper.

You Couldn’t Help But Remember

You Couldn’t Help But Remember

Mr. Carr discusses returning to Holland on the 40th and 50th anniversaries of VE Day

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