When all soldiers had an opportunity for a special blessing at Christmas time, needing to borrow his buddies pants creates an awkward yet humorous circumstance for Mr. Mercer.
Where Six Become One
Mr. Mercer shares his feelings towards the relationships of his fellow comrades; a unique bond where they felt like one.
Sense of Fear is Real
Mr. Mercer discusses the feeling of fear he had especially his first night in battle; a sense he believes all soldiers must experience.
Getting Caught in a Minefield
Finding themselves in a minefield, Mr. Mercer recalls how his comrade Smitty recovered after stepping on one during a routine job of laying wire.
Guns were Constantly Moving
Mr. Mercer explains the strategies involved in setting targets.
Artillery Fire Towards the Enemy
Mr. Mercer recounts some of the tactics and scenarios used when firing artillery towards the enemy.
Initial Setup for the Artillery
Mr. Mercer speaks about being part of the First Commonwealth Division and his regiment’s responsibilities for setting up camp.
Welcoming the Canadians with a song!
As the troop ship arrives in Pusan, an American brass band is dockside singing a song for the Canadians, a very humorous memory for Mr. Mercer.
Getting ‘Selected’ for Korea
Mr. Dunham discusses how he was selected to go to Korea.
Troop Movements Map
An interactive map of Canadain troop movement during the Korean War
Military and Civilian Casualties
Mr. Ferguson discusses the importance of remembering both military and civilian victims of war. He stresses the need for today’s youth to lobby our politicians to adopt a stance that embraces peace as the first option.
North Korean Leaflets and PA Systems
Mr. Ferguson describes the mind messing that the North Koreans did with propaganda leaflets and messages broadcast on huge PA systems.