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Taking Prisoners
Smokey tells us about patrolling for and taking prisoners in the winter of ‘44.
Winter in Italy
Smokey describes some of the conditions they faced during the winter of ‘44.
Mouse Holing
Smokey talks about the procedure of "Mouse Holing" used in the Battle of Ortona.
Shoe Mines and S-Mines
When the German’s were retreating from a position the only thing they left behind were mines. Smokey tells us about two types of mines they used.
Wounded in Action
Smokey was injured by a piece of shrapnel near Mt. Etna. He speaks about being injured and returning to action.
From England to Sicily
Smokey talks about his journey from England to Sicily
First Successful Amphibious Landing
The Allies first successful amphibious landing in the Second World War took place on July 10, 1943, at Pachino, Sicily. Smokey tells us about that landing.
Reaction to Dieppe
Smokey gives us his account of the Dieppe Raid and who he felt was responsible for the raid. He also tells of the reaction of the Canadian troops that were not involved in the raid.
Ack-Ack on the Monacher of Bermuda
Smokey talks about heading overseas on the Monacher of Bermuda and why he was assigned to the ack-ack.
Haunting Memories
In Mr. McInnis' own words "a combat soldier never gets over the war". Find out why...
Remembrance Today
A very touching and thought provoking testimony on the value of remembrance.
Was the Second World War Worth Fighting?
Although no war can keep away from politics, Mr. McInnis believes they must be fought if they are just. In his opinion the Second World War was a just war. He explains why.
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