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The Korean War

The Korean War

Mr. Kelly describes his participation in the Korean War for the Commonwealth Division and the similarities between Korea and World War I.

Impressions of the Enemy

Impressions of the Enemy

Mr. Himes recalls his impression of the Chinese enemy, particularly his shock at the numbers of bodies sacrificed.

Out on Patrol

Out on Patrol

Mr. Himes describes the types of patrols in No Man’s Land (the valley separating the coalition force and Chinese held hills) that would be conducted under the cover of darkness, and recalls his participation in them.

Battle of Hill 187

Battle of Hill 187

Mr Himes describes his role in the Battle of Hill 187 - the worst action he was involved in while in Korea.

Reasons for the Korean War

Reasons for the Korean War

Mr. Rees reflects on his reasons for confronting the Communists in Korea and the comradeship in the Canadian camp.

Morale Boosters

Morale Boosters

Mr. Rees discusses the importance of receiving and sending mail

Lie There and Pray

Lie There and Pray

Mr. Rees describes being pinned down by shell fire, and a close call with exploding mortar.

Wild Cat

Wild Cat

Mr. Rees discusses the fact that fear isn’t always induced by the enemy.

A Night out on the Town

A Night out on the Town

Mr. Rees describes an amusing adventure during a night out on the town.

Combat Encounters

Combat Encounters

Mr. Rees describes combat encounters with the enemy.

We’ll Always Remember Them

We’ll Always Remember Them

Mr. Rees reflects on his fallen friends.

Nighttime Ambush

Nighttime Ambush

Mr. Rees talks about a nighttime ambush and its deadly results.

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