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First Day Failure
Mr. Niles talks about his first job as a labourer and about joining the Canadian Army.
Purple Heart Medal
Mr. Schreyer talks about the day he was offered the Purple Heart and why he refused it.
Living conditions on the hill.
Mr. Schreyer describes bunker conditions on the hill and about the rules that were adhered to regarding passwords and “no go” areas on the hill.
Significance of Korean War
Mr. Petit talks about the relationships between Canadian soldiers and members of the forces of other countries in Korea at the time. He also speaks about the quality of Canadian rations and reflects on the end of hostilities. He then goes on to offer his thoughts on the purpose and significance of the war in Korea.
PPCLI Duties
Now in Korea, Mr. Petit describes some of the duties of his PPCLI unit.
Training
Mr. Petit received six months' basic training in Ipperwash, Ontario then moved west.
Family Involvement in Wartime
Mr. Petit, a veteran of the Korean War, explains the involvement of various members of his family who served in wartime, dating back to the Riel Rebellion.
Pride of Service
Mr. Chrysler remembers his last night of combat before returning to Canada. He speaks of his pride of service and the contribution of Canadian service men and women to stop the spread of communism in the Far East and the rest of the world.
Village of Dead Koreans
Mr. Chrysler tells of coming across the bones of a village of dead Koreans. The village appeared to have been wiped out by the North Korean and Chinese military. He also relates several other experiences that were, at times, humorous and, at other times, frightening.
Heavy Mortar Fire
Mr. Chrysler describes how the heavy mortar fire physically affected the men involved and how hot - often, red hot - the barrels of the machine guns became as a result of the high number of rounds used. He goes on to describe one of the tactics used to confuse the enemy.
Military Activities
Mr. Chrysler recalls various military activities during the first few weeks in Korea.
Training in Pusan
Mr. Chrysler describes his arrival in Pusan, the initial mountain training and the horror of seeing hundred of starving children in the streets.
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