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Lysander Air plane
Mr.Snell discusses the Lysander Air plane.
Arrival in England
Mr. Snell recalls his awareness of the invasion of the low countries in France and Dunkirk when he arrived in England.
Going overseas
Mr. Snell talks about going to the airbase in Rockcliff, and within three months being shipped overseas to England.
First Impressions
Mr. Snell talks about his first impressions of his RAF base in England.
Duties Aboard Ship
Mr. Treherne talks about duties on the aircraft plot.
Duties of a Captain’s Secretary
Mr. Treherne talks about acting as the captain’s sec.
Defending Brighton
Mr. Finestone describes defending Brighton and training his men. He also recalls the very first time he was shot at.
Close call
Mr. Weir and his comrades have an encounter with a Major who questions what they are doing. The guard saves the day by claiming to be taking them to a concentration camp nearby.
Stumbling upon the Germans
Mr. Weir describes stumbling upon 400 Germans just before they are bombed by the Allies from above. He and the other 3 men eventually lose touch with the rest of the convoy.
Travelling ahead of the pack (Part 2 of 2)
Mr. Weir describes how his group of four tried to travel ahead of the group of 2,000 in order to ensure that there would be food for them.
Bribing a guard (Part 1 of 2)
Mr. Weir describes bribing a guard to help them with their long walk.
German rally
Mr. Weir describes visiting a Nazi rally and the way in which Hitler commanded a crowd. He also described the way in which Ottawa and Britain were hesitant to acknowledge what was taking place.
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