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The Ground Shook
Mr. McCabe describes the bombardment at Falaise Gap.
Buzz Bombs
Mr. Jones describes buzz bombs attacking London.
Mine Sweeping
Mr. McCabe describes mine sweeping, identifying Teller and Shoe mines, and the danger posed by each.
No Praise for Tri-Service
Mr. Rochon questions the logic behind amalgamation of the Canadian Armed Forces, and cites it as his reason for leaving the Navy
The Rough North Atlantic
Mr. Rochon describes some scary moments in the rough seas of the North Atlantic.
Basic Training was Tough
Mr. Rochon describes how tough he found the training at HMCS Cornwallis.
Reasons for the Korean War
Mr. Rees reflects on his reasons for confronting the Communists in Korea and the comradeship in the Canadian camp.
Morale Boosters
Mr. Rees discusses the importance of receiving and sending mail
Lie There and Pray
Mr. Rees describes being pinned down by shell fire, and a close call with exploding mortar.
Mosquitoes Needed Wireless Navigators
Mr. Thorne describes being trained as a wireless navigator to potentially re-crew the RAF’s Mosquito fighter. He only gets one flight in training before the war ends.
Love, Not War
Mr. Thorne discusses his involvement with local schools where he spreads the message of peace.
Two Types of Radios
Mr. Thorne describes his training, in particular on the two types of radios used by the air force.
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