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The Value of Ration Packs
Mr. Campbell explains the reluctance he felt when eating ration packs knowing that the children of Baladwayne had nothing.
Setting up Camp in Baladwayne
Mr. Campbell describes the situation in Baladwayne and how thousands of people came for the security of having Canadian soldiers around.
Canada’s Role in Providing Aid
Mr. Campbell explains the role of the Canadian military during a tour in Somalia.
Fascination for Radio
Mr. Barrie attributes his fascination for radio as being the major reason for becoming a Leading Aircraftsman during his service with the RCAF
The People of Mogadishu
Mr. Campbell describes the sites he witnessed in Mogadishu and having to be on guard at all times.
Sinking of the Scharnhorst
Mr. Brown describes his time in the Arctic Ocean when their British fleet sank the Scharnhorst..
Aircraft Carriers
Mr. Brown explains one of the differences between the American and British carriers.
The Value of Marriage
Mr. Brown speaks about meeting the love of his life during the war and how, after 59 years, they still hold a strong bond of marriage.
Skiing in Russia
Mr. Brown shares a humourous adventure of skiing in Russia and how he accidentally skied through a group of British officers watching his performance.
Crane Operator
Mr. Brown describes his position as crane operator aboard the HMS Belfast. He describes the danger, responsibility and cold temperatures on the waters off Iceland.
Bad Outbreak of Boils
Mr. Brown describes how a bad outbreak of boils after service aboard the HMS Belfast led to a charge of “absent from duty” and a confinement to barracks for 14 days, with a surprising outcome.
Reasons for joining the Navy
Mr. Brown shares his story about the desire to join the navy and his chance to go to sea.
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