A Sense of Humour

Mr. Tee tells us why he thinks a good sense of humour is an important trait for a soldier to possess.

Ronald Tee

Mr. Tee was born in Portsmouth, England, on December 1, 1919. His father served with the navy in the First World War and after retiring from the service moved his family to a small village called Pinner in Northern London. At the age of 20, Mr. Tee found himself being "called up" to the British Army. In February 1940 he joined the Queen's Royal Regiment and was posted to Newcastle. He later volunteered and joined the Reconnaissance Corp. Regiment (later part of the Royal Armoured Corps.) and became a member of the 56th Reconnaissance Battalion. He remained with this unit until the end of the war and held rank as Troop Sergeant. Mr. Tee received an honourable discharge from the service on September 11, 1946. In 1953, Mr. Tee and his family moved to Canada to start a new life. They now reside in Kingston, Ontario. Throughout his lifetime Mr. Tee has been known for his determination, courage, enterprise and his enduring motto of "Keep your chin up mate!" He has written a book sharing many stories and experiences he had as a British soldier during the Second World War.

Medium:

Video

Owner:

Veterans Affairs Canada

Duration:

1:49

Person Interviewed:

Ronald Tee

War, Conflict or Mission:

Second World War

Location/Theatre:

Europe

Branch:

Army

Units/Ship:

56 Recee Unit (Armoured)

Rank:

Troop Sergeant

Occupation:

Armoured Car Commander

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