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Trenches
Mr. Lidstone gives a good account of life at the front in the trenches of France during the latter part of the First World War, followed by the war's ending.
Experience in Trenches. Prisoner of War.
Mr. Gies recalls his experiences in the trenches of France during the First World War. During the Battle of the Somme, he was captured and taken Prisoner of War by the German Army.
Return to Civilian Life
Mr. Fitsell remembers his return to civilian life as he arrived back in Canada following his service during the First World War.
Post-War Duties
Mr. Fitsell remembers hearing word that the armistice would be signed . He goes on to tell of his post-war duty with the occupational force in Germany.
Trenches
Mr. Fitsell recalls life in the trenches and gives an account of the capture of a German prisoner of war.
Trenches
Mr. Evans remembers his first day in the trenches at the front. He served with his unit as a runner.
Reaction to Declaration of war.
Mr. Evans recalls his reaction to England's declaration of war on Germany in 1914.
Battle of The Somme
Mr. Downey recalls his further experiences during the Battle of the Somme in Belgium.
Battle of Vimy Ridge
Mr. Downey recalls his participation in the historic Battle of Vimy Ridge on Easter Monday, April 9, 1917.
Front Line and Billet Areas
Mr. Downey recalls arriving at the trenches on the front lines in France during the First World War.
Canada and First World War. Patriotism and Duty.
Mr. Connett is asked for his thoughts on Canada's contribution to victory in the First World War. He also offers some thoughts to young Canadians on the subjects of patriotism and duty.
Reaction to Armistice. Return to Civilian Life.
Mr. Connett speaks of the reaction he and his comrades experienced when the Armistice was declared on November 11, 1918. He also recalls some of the challenges he faced in returning to civilian life in Canada.
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