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Hidden Attack
Mr. Buchanan describes how they would get people out of houses using grenades. He also remembers entering one village and hiding on both sides of the street to attack the German Army.
Loading onto the Barge
Mr. Buchanan describes the feelings and thoughts soldiers had when they were loaded onto barges.
Learning the dangers of serving in the navy
Mr. Howe talks about his ship being bombed while evacuating troops from Singapore, and about his next ship being sunk.
HMS <em>Dorchester</em> Sinks
Mr. Howe talks about being in the water after his ship was sunk.
Sinking of HMCS <em>Athabaskan</em>
Mr. Howe talks about the sinking of HMCS Athabaskan.
“Something I had to do”
Ms. Michielin recalls how she came to the decision to join the service.
Deemed Medically Unfit
Ms. Michielin explains why she was not allowed to be sent overseas, and was instead discharged from the service.
Sad Days of Remembrance
Ms. Michielin talks about missing friends and remembering them.
Queen’s Jubilee Medal
Ms. Michielin recalls being awarded the Queen’s Jubilee Medal.
Finally an Equal
Mr. Cote conveys his appreciation for how everyone was treated equally in the military, regardless of race or creed.
Seoul, Then & Now
Mr. Cote describes the condition of Seoul during the war, contrasted with how it looked during a re-visit years later.
Providing Support
Mr. Cote recalls two instances of his unit being called for support - one for requested friendly fire - against North Korean and Chinese forces.
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