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Canton Prison - Worse
In May, 1945, Mr. Routledge was transferred to Canton Prison. He describes this prison in one word.
Little Food Results in Rapid, Large Weight Loss
Mr. Routledge remains at Canton prison for the rest of the war. During his imprisonment there, his weight dropped dramatically.
It’s Finally Over!
The war ends with Mr. Routledge and his comrades at Canton prison. He explains how they guessed the war had ended, days before they were told.
The Return To Allied Care
Freedom from the nightmare of Japanese captivity comes as the prisoners-of-war are formally handed over to the British.
Taking a Hit for the New Guy
While trying to comfort a nervous reinforcement soldier, Mr. McInnis took a bullet that landed him in bed for seven months! He tells us how.
The Way Home
Though he had been wounded twice and had been through some tough times, Mr. McInnis still felt awkward going home. He tells us why.
Was the Second World War Worth Fighting?
Although no war can keep away from politics, Mr. McInnis believes they must be fought if they are just. In his opinion the Second World War was a just war. He explains why.
Remembrance Today
A very touching and thought provoking testimony on the value of remembrance.
Haunting Memories
In Mr. McInnis' own words "a combat soldier never gets over the war". Find out why...
Ack-Ack on the <em>Monacher of Bermuda</em>
Smokey talks about heading overseas on the Monacher of Bermuda and why he was assigned to the ack-ack.
Reaction to Dieppe
Smokey gives us his account of the Dieppe Raid and who he felt was responsible for the raid. He also tells of the reaction of the Canadian troops that were not involved in the raid.
First Successful Amphibious Landing
The Allies first successful amphibious landing in the Second World War took place on July 10, 1943, at Pachino, Sicily. Smokey tells us about that landing.
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