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Being Taken POW
Mr. Couture recounts his actions on the beach when Germans moved in and took him and many other soldiers as POW.
Witnessing Death and Despair
Mr. Couture has to help the Germans carry out their dead and wounded.
My Job was Milking Cows!
While POW, Mr. Couture tells of milking cows and how his farm boy days helped him get the job done!
Poor Conditions of Starvation and Disease
Mr. Couture describes the harrowing conditions in POW camp where so many prisoners lost their lives.
The Walk with No Food or Shelter
Mr. Couture tells of the hundreds of miles walked with little hope for survival.
Getting Closer to being Liberated
On the death march, Mr. Couture tells of his thoughts of being free as he witnessed the conditions improving for him and his fellow prisoners.
Opportunity for Tea with the Queen
Already liberated, Mr. Couture speaks about an opportunity to have tea with the queen but when ex-POW’s spot a pub, a choice of drink is changed!
Finally Going Home
Mr. Couture speaks about returning home and reflects back on reasons for his survival.
Best and Worst Moments
Mr. Couture shares some memories of his time as a POW.
My Friend Jack!
Mr. Couture shares some happier moments about his friend, a repayment he never thought would happen!!
Becoming Part of the British Forces
As a young man from Newfoundland, Mr. Starkes shares his reasons for joining up and the path he chose for himself.
Seasick Leaving Port!
Mr. Starkes tells of his first experiences at sea heading towards England and the funny things that happen amongst the crew!
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