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Importance of the Senses
The senses had special importance during the war for detecting the presence of the enemy and how far away they were. Sounds from allied weapons and aircraft were different from the enemy’s . . .
“Those who die for their country go to heaven.”
During a battle in the Netherlands, the chaplain was highly regarded by the soldiers but he was a little too reckless . . . .
Carpiquet and Falaise
Mr. Raymond recounts the Battle of Carpiquet, France, where a dozen of his fellow soldiers were found hanged by the Germans, and the battle of Falaise, with Rommel’s Panzers.
Normandy Invasion
Mr. Raymond describes the Normandy landing, the atmosphere during the Channel crossing and the noise when they approached the beach.
Defending My Country as it Went to War
Mr. Raymond relates how he came to enlist, the propaganda at the time, his training and his ocean crossing in which 6,000 soldiers were crammed into a ship designed for 1,500.
Pictures of the Enemy
When the Germans surrendered in Belgium, they left behind many personal effects as they withdrew from their locations. Joseph Anatole Côté recounts how he obtained photographs belonging to German soldiers.
Anecdotes about Holland
Joseph Anatole Côté hid for 80 days in Holland. He recounts a funny culinary anecdote and his meeting with a German deserter.
My Assignment in Belgium
Joseph Anatole Côté tells the story of his arrival at a German military base in Belgian territory.
My False Papers
Joseph Anatole Côté hid for 80 days in Holland. During his stay, he had false papers that gave him a new identity.
GOLAN HEIGHTS EXPERIENCE
Mr. Cromwell talks about his job while in the Golan Heights
Peace at a Big Cost!
Reflecting back at his time during WWII, Mr. Starkes speaks about the importance of Remembrance Day and tells how he carries on in being part of a singing group that brings smile to many from that generation.
Post War Reaction on a Bus Ride
Returning home from war, Mr. Starkes speaks about an unexpected reaction by the sound of the buzzer on the bus when traveling home.
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