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A Typical Day
Mr. Hennessey explains that a days’ schedule could vary greatly.
First Deployment to a Foreign Land
Mr. Hennessey speaks about his first opportunity for deployment to Kabul as part of Roto O with the Royal Canadian Regiment and expresses the differences he witnessed in culture and lifestyle.
Pride of Service
Ms. MacDonald reflects back on her time in the military and stresses the importance of remembering those who were lost as well as their families who suffer as well.
Always in the Minority
Ms. MacDonald reflects on women in the military.
The Common Bond as Canadian
Although not directly working with the soldiers in the field, Ms. MacDonald expresses the awareness of their presence within the same compound.
A Mission of Greater Threat
Ms. MacDonald recalls Kabul as a more threatening environment.
Environment within the Airfield Compound
While walking the perimeter of the airfield compound, Ms. MacDonald provides a description of the sights and smells and constant flurry of activity from the locals as well as the military personnel from all nationalities.
Pride of Service
Mr. Roberts expresses his pride and satisfaction with his military service.
Suicide Bomber Attacks
Mr. Roberts speaks about a couple of occasions where suicide bombers detonated themselves a little too close to their convoys, a situation where training becomes key in the ability to control a very tense environment.
Escorting Convoys
Mr. Roberts describes the responsibilities that come with escorting convoys and the need to be on alert at all times.
A Typical Day on Patrol
Mr. Roberts describes a typical day traveling through the villages interacting with the locals and ensuring their needs are met to the best of their ability.
Impact of Wearing the Canadian Uniform
Mr. Roberts recalls the positive impact that the uniform had on the local children and the overall improved environment the Canadian military fostered.
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