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Transported in a Boxcar

Transported in a Boxcar

After surrendering, Mr. Cole shares a demoralizing experience while loaded in a boxcar en route to POW camp.

Helping to Carry the Dead and Wounded

Helping to Carry the Dead and Wounded

After being part of the battle on the beach in Dieppe, Mr. Cole tells of his involvement in carrying stretchers of the dead and wounded to the hospital.

We did what we had to do!

We did what we had to do!

Mr. Cole provides his opinion on the purpose and actions taken during the battle of the Dieppe Raid.

The Sherman Tank

The Sherman Tank

Being a part of the tank crew, Mr. Coles describes the specifics of the Sherman tank and the role played while coming on to the beach in Dieppe.

A Different Style of Discipline

A Different Style of Discipline

After disobeying orders, Mr. Cole tells of his experiences of shooting rabbits as a means of discipline.

Joining up with Friends

Joining up with Friends

Mr. Coles shares the story of his decision to join the army while at a school picnic with friends.

Reflection of Service

Reflection of Service

Mr. Edwards expresses emotion as he speaks about visiting his brother’s grave every Remembrance Day.

The Heart of a Mother

The Heart of a Mother

Mr. Edwards speaks about receiving telegrams and care packages from his mother during his time in POW camp.

Knowing the Risk yet took the Chance

Knowing the Risk yet took the Chance

Mr. Edwards speaks about his decision to escape camp, knowing the possible consequences.

Finally Being Free!

Finally Being Free!

Mr. Stanley tells of how he escaped twice during his time as POW and expresses emotion at finally being free to return home.

Not Good for Infantry or us

Not Good for Infantry or us

With little hope of survival, Mr. Edwards shares his view on why so many soldiers died on the beach in Dieppe.

Feeling of Being Free

Feeling of Being Free

Mr. Edwards shares an emotional story of the feeling he had knowing he would soon be free.

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