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A Decorated Father

Mr. Thomarat talks about his father's military background and achievements.

My Best Friend Clifford Cushing

Mr. Young speaks about his strong bond of friendship with his fellow soldier and recites a poem he wrote about his friend killed in Normandy, 1944

Getting Wounded

Mr. Baker speaks about getting wounded in Italy while riding his motorcycle and how they evacuated the wounded from the battle field.

Responsibility of the 8th Canadian Reconnaissance Regiment

Mr. Young speaks about his pride for the regiment and identifies the role they played during battles in seeking out the enemy.

Wounded by Shrapnel

Mr. Young describes being wounded in Normandy and how doctors considered him a lucky man to have survived the encounter.

Being in Battle

Mr. Baker describes what it’s like to be in battle - the lack of food, the fear and the reality of life in the army. As Mr. Baker says, "You never know when you're gonna get it."

The Soldiers Who Came Before Me

Mr. Campbell expresses the pride and respect he has for the soldiers who served before him in the Canadian Forces.

The Value of Ration Packs

Mr. Campbell explains the reluctance he felt when eating ration packs knowing that the children of Baladwayne had nothing.

Setting up Camp in Baladwayne

Mr. Campbell describes the situation in Baladwayne and how thousands of people came for the security of having Canadian soldiers around.

Canada’s Role in Providing Aid

Mr. Campbell explains the role of the Canadian military during a tour in Somalia.

Fascination for Radio

Mr. Barrie attributes his fascination for radio as being the major reason for becoming a Leading Aircraftsman during his service with the RCAF

The People of Mogadishu

Mr. Campbell describes the sites he witnessed in Mogadishu and having to be on guard at all times.

Date modified:: 2019-02-19