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Civilian Corpse
Mr. MacLeod describes finding an obviously assassinated civilian in a ditch, and speculates on the reasons for his death.
Ambush Luck
Mr. MacLeod describes how his entire battalion is strafed by a German machine gunner as they walk down a road, with only one man being hit in the heel.
German POWs
Mr. MacLeod describes how German POWs were resigned to their captivity, and discusses one situation where a German officer might have been booby-trapped.
Tragedy at Antwerp
Mr. MacLeod describes a German attack near Antwerp, Belgium in which his officer is decapitated by a bazooka, and his leg is so badly shattered that he is hospitalized in England until the war ends.
Opportunities at Sea
Mr. Desmeules speaks about his opportunities in joining the navy and his enjoyment aboard ship.
Duties Onboard the Destroyer
Mr. Desmeules describes his daily routine aboard the HMCS Skeena providing administrative support to the captain.
From Navy to Army Service
Mr. Desmeules speaks about his decision to join the army and participate in a tour to Egypt.
Culture Shock in Egypt
Mr. Desmeules describes the culture shock when arriving in Egypt and his duties with the operational side.
Evacuation in Beirut
Mr. Desmeules describes the evacuation of a Canadian contingent of soldiers from Beirut.
Little Preparation for Tour to Rwanda
Mr. Desmeules describes his tour to Rwanda in ‘95 and the poor living conditions for the soldiers.
Restoring Communication in the Country
Mr. Desmeules explains the main purpose for their presence and his close work with General Romeo Dallaire.
Witnessing the Aftermath of Hostility
Mr. Desmeules describes the sight of dead bodies and the many starving children in the aftermath of war.
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