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Two Months Tied in Ropes
Marching off in Groups of 10, the POW’s are tied in ropes, left with very low morale and little hope for the future.
Taken Prisoner
Mr. Poolton shares his experience about being marched as a prisoner of war.
Germans on the Beach
Not wanting to surrender, Mr. Poolton and company return to the beach where the Germans have taken over.
Two Miles From the French Coast
Mr. Poolton describes his landing at Dieppe.
Ready for Battle
Heading to Dieppe, Mr. Poolton is equipped with mortars, loaded down on the landing craft, prepared and ready for battle.
Battle Drills and Maneuvers
While on coastal defense, Mr. Poolton describes the responsibilities and duties of his regiment as well as the unbelievable amount of soldiers involved in action.
Joining the Queen's Own Camerons
Mr. MacLeod describes joining the army instead of the air force because they would correct a hernia from which he was suffering. He discusses his training pathway, and joining the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders upon his arrival in England.
Change in Operations
In preparation for the move towards Sicily, Mr. Cromwell speaks about waterproofing their vehicles.
Trailer - Sacrifice, Achievement and Legacy: Canadians and the Second World War 1939-1945
In this comprehensive video, learn about how Canadians rallied at home and overseas, in the face of the biggest threat the country ever faced. Through archival Second World War footage and Veteran interviews discover the contributions Canadians made in Hong Kong, Dieppe, Italy, Normandy, Holland and in the Far East, as well as in the skies and at sea around the globe.
Based in Dieppe, New Brunswick
Mr. Bower-Binns describes being on guard duty at the Dieppe aerodrome, and fantasizing about becoming a pilot.
November Eleventh
Mr. Decker explains how he spends remembrance day and shares a special memory of his friend Oscar Albrecht.
Shooting At Enemy Planes
Mr. Loranger talks about a dangerous way to relax; shooting at enemy fighters.
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