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Band of Brothers
Mr. Ferguson discusses the bonding and brotherhood that begins in basic training, and which receives its ultimate test in combat.
Fighter Patrols and Rules of Engagement
Mr. Ferguson describes the nervous tension he experienced during fighter patrols, and discusses ‘Rules of Engagement’, which outlined the procedures for entering a fire fight.
North Korea’s Psychological Warfare
Mr. Ferguson describes North Korea’s efforts to unnerve Canadian entrenchments, and offers a vivid example of its success.
Imminent Cease Fire
Mr. Ferguson discusses the cease fire negotiations, the potential impact of Hill 187 on those discussions, and the relief on both sides that accompanied the truce.
Canadian Losses at Hill187
Mr. Ferguson describes the Canadians being overrun on Hill 187.
Civilians Helped At Great Risk
Mr. Ferguson describes how Korean civilians provided food and laundry services, despite the fact that they were often targeted by enemy artillery.
Listening Patrols Vulnerability
Mr. Ferguson describes the purpose of a listening patrol, and reflects on his vulnerability in such an exposed environment.
First Contact With The Battle Front
Mr. Ferguson describes travelling to the front by train, and arriving as Hill 355 was being consolidated by Canadian troops. He then describes proceeding to The Hook, where he comes to realize that the enemy are trained killers too.
Rough Pacific Ocean
Mr. Ferguson describes the voyage from Canada to Japan, particularly the rough weather, and goes on to describe his deployment to Hara-mura for training.
The North Koreans were Poorly Equipped
Mr. Simon discusses the impact of poor equipment on North Korea’s offensive ability, and what poor condition POWs were in.
Thoughts on Survival
Mr. Simon contrasts the difference between his original perception of what war would be like, to the reality of trying to survive in the trenches.
I Killed a Prisoner
Mr. Simon describes an incident, while he was on guard duty behind the lines, wherein he killed a North Korean prisoner who was trying to slit another guard’s throat.
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