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Peace at a Big Cost!
Reflecting back at his time during WWII, Mr. Starkes speaks about the importance of Remembrance Day and tells how he carries on in being part of a singing group that brings smile to many from that generation.
Post War Reaction on a Bus Ride
Returning home from war, Mr. Starkes speaks about an unexpected reaction by the sound of the buzzer on the bus when traveling home.
Get up Boy, The Ship is Going Down!
After the invasion enroute to Ireland, Mr. Starkes tells a more humorous story of when the ship begins to take on water, his effort to assist a fellow sailor brings laughter!
A Raid Sometime but When?
Carrying on with daily routine, Mr. Starkes shares his experience on board the aircraft carrier as the approach of the D-Day invasion begins.
Seasick Leaving Port!
Mr. Starkes tells of his first experiences at sea heading towards England and the funny things that happen amongst the crew!
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.
The Team Bond Back Again!
Aaron shares his positive experiences in the journey back to good health and the bond of friendship with family and friends that exists for him!
The Sport of Archery
The wonder of how a blind person chooses sport of archery, Aaron provides a detailed demonstration of his technique.
The Motivation I Needed!
Opportunities to be part of Invictus Games, Aaron speaks about how it helped him get his health back!
An Emotional Adjustment
Just when all things seem right, Aaron speaks about the emotion caused when he loses his vision and has to start over!
Getting My Independence Again!
With the assistance of CNIB, family and friends, Aaron tells of how he gets his life back and begins a new approach to living with blindess.
A Career Cut Short
Officer Cadet Boulanger speaks about his desire to serve in the Navy yet upon completion of training with a posting in Esquimalt, is diagnosed with cancer causing vision loss making it impossible to continue his career path.
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