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Obtaining Additional Rations
Mr. Summersides remembers “borrowing” a few boxes of rations from an American ship that was being unloaded and high tailing it for the nearest bushes.
First Canadian out of Rome
During recce patrol into Rome, Mr. Summersides shares a humorous story of a time when he considered himself the first Canadian out of Rome.
Devil’s Brigade Brotherhood
Mr. Summersides talks about the high casualty rate within the Devil’s Brigade.
Sent in as Resistance Patrol
Mr. Summersides recounts a situation where the force was threatened with being blown up by the Germans.
Closer than Brothers
Mr. Summersides shares a sincere reflection of the bond amongst the force and the strong sense of camaraderie between the American and Canadian soldiers within the force.
Is it Like the Movies?
Mr. Summersides shares his story of what he tells the youth when they try to understand the role of the Devil’s Brigade.
Congressional Gold Medal
Mr. Summersides speaks about his acceptance and pride in receiving the Congressional Gold Medal of Honour for his efforts as part of the First Special Service Force.
Service as a Drummer
Mr. Fowler defines his role as a drummer within the regiment and the significance combatant and non-combatant soldiers play during wartime service.
Doing my Job Two Ways
Mr. Fowler identifies his service and how the common threat for survival became evident.
A Soldier Will Win or Lose
Mr. Fowlers expresses the feeling of guilt he carries for surviving the war when remembering the soldiers that did not have the same fortune.
Crew Selection
Mr. Watts speaks about his Occupational Training Unit (OTU) and the process of crew selection.
Nursery Raid Over Tobruk
Mr. Watts describes “nursery raids” and tells us about his first raid over Tobruk which resulted in a forced landing at sea in the Halifax.
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