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Purple Heart Medal
Mr. Schreyer talks about the day he was offered the Purple Heart and why he refused it.
That was a long trip smelling that.
Mr. Sutherland describes being forced at bayonet point to board a reeking troop ship which had been a cattle boat, a lengthy voyage to England, and being fired on by a German submarine off the coast of Ireland.
The Depression Years
Mr. Schreyer describes what effect the depression years had on his family.
Against Communism
Mr. Schreyer recalls his thoughts on Communism and the effects it could have if it came to Canada.
Joining the army
Mr. Schreyer talks about his experience in joining the Canadian Army.
Short of Reinforcements
Dr. Theal describes his activities as a recruiter before sailing overseas.
Anthony Eden’s Estate
Dr. Theal describes his responsibilities as a camp physician, as well as his impressions of Yorkshire and its people.
Independence
Dr. Theal reflects on Canada’s fatalities, and on how he and our country matured.
I saw a body floating by.
Dr. Theal describes his D-Day arrival in France and joining his unit outside of Caen.
Function of the 10th Field Ambulance
Dr. Theal gives a general description of a field hospital and his reliance on the padre.
Help From A Japanese Guard
Mr. White describes an amusing experience involving some local peddlers and a helpful Japanese guard.
The Kamloops Kid
Mr. White describes a notorious and extremely abusive Japanese guard, aka the Kamloops Kid, a Japanese Canadian who returned home to help with Japan’s war effort.
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