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Fire in the Sky
Mr. James discusses the dangers of flak and a nearly tragic air strike over the Ruhr Valley.
Flying the Lancaster
Mr. James discusses his admiration of the Lancaster bomber.
A Not So "Ducky" Situation
Mr. James discusses an amusing training incident.
Keep Canada safe
Mr. James discusses his reasons for and the process of enlistment.
Aircraft recognition
Mr. Reid provides an amusing anecdote about American inability to recognize aircraft.
Remembrance
Mr. White talks about remembering friends who didn't return from war, and how all Veterans are thankful they survived. He also speaks to his appreciation of the school programs that encourage children to remember without glorifying war.
Lull in Ship Conversation
Mr. White recalls how the sailors would keep to themselves more for a week or two in the middle of a 30-40 day voyage.
Premonition of an Attack
Mr. White recalls a night in the South Pacific when the second mate changed the ships course, thinking a sub might be waiting for them. He then explains why ships couldn't stop to pick up mariners in the water.
Coffin Corner
Mr. White describes 'coffin corner', and recalls an instance when a nearby ship hit a sub and the hunt and destruction that ensued.
Dead or Alive?
Mr. White recalls being seasick on his first watch and how he was told by the chief operator of the ship that "There is no 'sick' on this ship!."
No Recognition
Mr. White recalls how the service of the Merchant Navy wasn't recognized after the war.
Bombing Strategies
Mr. Reid describes American 'formation' bombing vs. the more individualistic approach used by the Royal Air force. Mentions consequences of missing targets.
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