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Nor’easter
Mr. Irwin gives an excellent account of riding out a Nor’easter.
Layout of a Convoy
Mr. Irwin gives a detailed description of the layout and protection of a convoy.
HMCS Prince Rupert
Mr. Irwin describes joining HMCS Prince Rupert and his shipboard duties.
Wireless Operator Training
Mr. Irwin describes, in detail, training to be a wireless operator.
Depth Charges
Mr. Irwin describes the armaments aboard his frigate, in particular anti-submarine weaponry
A Visit to London
Mr. Irwin describes visiting London, seeing St. Paul’s Cathedral and saluting their Royal Highnesses, the King and Queen.
The Poor Guys Were Dying
Mr. Irwin describes the probable sinking of a German submarine, and a very emotional description of dying sailors rescued after the torpedoing of a British warship.
I would like to think their sacrifice will not be in vain.
Mr. Irwin reflects on his service and his private celebration on Remembrance Day.
South East Asia
Mr. Jackson describes his deployment to the Far East and the gradual expulsion of the Allies to India by the Japanese.
Bombing Hamburg
Mr. Jackson describes crewing up and being shot down while approaching their target at Peenemunde.
Captured in Germany
Mr. Jackson describes his capture.
POW Life
Mr. Jackson discusses various aspects of POW life; meeting friends, diversions, food, and keeping up-to-date with the war’s progress.
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