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Life in Camp was Difficult
Mr. Flegg discusses several aspects of daily life in the Oyama camp; clothing, heat, and personal hygiene.
Mail Censorship
Mr. Flegg discusses the two pieces of mail he received in his time overseas, one a postcard signed by everyone in his hometown, and the other, a hollowed letter from his dad.
Flea Bitten
Mr. Flegg talks about a pest unique to Japan - fleas, and how it was impossible to get rid of them.
The War Ends
Work stops at Oyama mine, and after a meting of his Japanese superiors, Mr. Flegg is instructed to return his men to camp. The next morning the camp commandant tells the POWs that the war is over.
Delivering the Bread
Mr. Flegg describes the artful use of American fighters to deliver bread to the liberated camp at Oyama.
Unusual Greeting and Response
Mr. Flegg arrives at the Yokohama dock and describes an unusual greeting arranged by the Americans. A truckload of attractive women arrives and the men's reaction is very amusing.
A Loving and Patriotic Man
Mr. Flegg's love for his comrades and his country offer a compelling end to his war experience.
Marching 22 Kilometres a Day
Mr. Cole recalls the marches and witnessing horrific sights along the way.
Finally Getting Liberated
Mr. Cole shares his feelings when he realized freedom was just around the corner.
Stricken with TB
Returning home, Mr. Cole finds out that he has TB and is unable to travel with his fellow comrades.
I Done the Best I Could!
Reflecting back on his service, Mr. Cole shares his perspective on time served and acceptance of what he and fellow comrades went through.
Air Cadets got me Started
Mr. McCue speaks about being shy as a youngster and how encouragement from his parents got him to join the air cadets.
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