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Mine Sweeping

Mr. McCabe describes mine sweeping, identifying Teller and Shoe mines, and the danger posed by each.

No Praise for Tri-Service

Mr. Rochon questions the logic behind amalgamation of the Canadian Armed Forces, and cites it as his reason for leaving the Navy

The Rough North Atlantic

Mr. Rochon describes some scary moments in the rough seas of the North Atlantic.

Basic Training was Tough

Mr. Rochon describes how tough he found the training at HMCS Cornwallis.

Reasons for the Korean War

Mr. Rees reflects on his reasons for confronting the Communists in Korea and the comradeship in the Canadian camp.

Morale Boosters

Mr. Rees discusses the importance of receiving and sending mail

Lie There and Pray

Mr. Rees describes being pinned down by shell fire, and a close call with exploding mortar.

Mosquitoes Needed Wireless Navigators

Mr. Thorne describes being trained as a wireless navigator to potentially re-crew the RAF’s Mosquito fighter. He only gets one flight in training before the war ends.

Love, Not War

Mr. Thorne discusses his involvement with local schools where he spreads the message of peace.

Two Types of Radios

Mr. Thorne describes his training, in particular on the two types of radios used by the air force.

Wild Cat

Mr. Rees discusses the fact that fear isn’t always induced by the enemy.

A Good Career Choice

Mr. Estwick discusses the value of the military experience and why he personally found the Air Force such a worthwhile career choice.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19