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Immediately Engaged in Battle
Having no reinforcements and insufficient supplies, Mr. MacDonell explains the difficult situation he and his fellow soldiers encountered.
Being a Young Sergeant
Mr. MacDonell explains his role as Company Sergeant instructing soldiers older than himself, and gaining respect from his comrades.
Unknown Destination
While training in Val Cartier, Mr. MacDonell recounts how the soldiers were issued tropical dress, having no idea of their destination. Once heading West, they suspected Hong Kong.
The Enlistment Process
Too young, yet determined to join the army, Mr. MacDonell shares the story of his enlistment adventures.
A Job in the Military
Mr. Kish encourages the youth of today to join the military and take advantage of this great opportunity as a lifetime career.
Positive Reflection on Tour
Mr. Kish describes his tour in a positive light recognizing the greatest hardship was being away from his family.
The Sight of Wild Animals
Mr. Kish describes the different techniques used by the locals to rid the snake population.
Rough Kitchener Barracks
Ms. Rapp describes how cold it was in Kitchener Barracks and often snow was in the H-hut where they slept.
Deciding to Join
Ms. Rapp discusses the need for women to work in war industries, her work at General Electric building the Bofors anti-aircraft gun, and her enlistment as soon as women were permitted in the armed forces.
One Close Buddy
Mr. Ireland reflects on Canada’s contribution to the air war in Europe, the loss of a friend, and the meaning of November 11th.
Still had the Pacific
Mr. Ireland describes being at sea when the war in Europe ended, considering the possibility of piloting against Japan, and volunteering for the USAF Tiger Force.
Strange Aircraft
Mr. Ireland describes learning about the new German 262 and British Meteor jet fighters.
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