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Travel from Hong Kong to Japan as POW
Mr. Cyr recalls the sea voyage from Hong Kong to Japan, the instructions they received from the Japanese army officers and the train ride to Camp 3D in Kawasaki.
POW work as a Riveter
Mr. Cyr describes his work as a riveter in the shipyard at Camp 3D.
Beating received as a Hong Kong POW
Mr. Cyr describes the Japanese guards at Camp 3D and a near-death beating he received from several of them.
POW Work in Coal Mine. End of War
The platoon is moved to the northeast tip of the island of Honshu and are put to work in a coal mine. Mr. Cyr also recalls the day they were informed the war was over.
Canadian Decision Regarding Hong Kong. Duty and Patriotism
Mr. Cyr reflects on the Canadian decision to send 1900 men to Hong Kong, knowing it was not possible to defend it. He also expresses his feelings about how Canadians view their contribution to the Second World War effort and what he would say to young Canadians about duty and patriotism.
Front Line and Billet Areas
Mr. Downey recalls arriving at the trenches on the front lines in France during the First World War.
Battle of Vimy Ridge
Mr. Downey recalls his participation in the historic Battle of Vimy Ridge on Easter Monday, April 9, 1917.
Battle of The Somme
Mr. Downey recalls his further experiences during the Battle of the Somme in Belgium.
First Time Under Fire
Mr. Ellis was asked to remember the first time his minesweeper encountered German fire.
Patriotism
Mr. Purse gives a thought-provoking - and somewhat unexpected - answer to the question of what he would say to today's young Canadians about duty, patriotism and love of country.
Survived Torpedo Sinking
His ship was torpedoed on the way to Algiers in North Africa. There was a heavy loss of life as his ship sank. Mr. Ellis was one of only 12 survivors. He recalls the frightening experience, including 4 ½ hours in the water, hoping to be rescued.
Reaction to Declaration of war.
Mr. Evans recalls his reaction to England's declaration of war on Germany in 1914.
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