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Fascination for Radio

Fascination for Radio

Mr. Barrie attributes his fascination for radio as being the major reason for becoming a Leading Aircraftsman during his service with the RCAF

Radar Saved the Day

Radar Saved the Day

Mr. Barrie expresses his strong opinion about the fact that if it had not been for radar, the war would have been very different.

Radio Direction Finding

Radio Direction Finding

Mr. Barrie defines the term RDF, the introduction of radar equipment, and its vital role in determining the exact direction of radar frequency.

Volunteering for the Far East

Volunteering for the Far East

Mr. Barrie explains how he ended up in the Far East with the RAF, the responsibilities of Canadian radar technicians there, and the crucial role of radar in the war against the Japanese.

Radar Beacons

Radar Beacons

Mr. Barrie speaks about the sensitivity of radar in relation to the signal detected from radar beacons.

Silence among Canadians on Radar

Silence among Canadians on Radar

Mr. Barrie speaks of the understanding amongst all radar technicians to keep quiet in relation to their duties and responsibilities in the war.

Living in the Desert

Living in the Desert

Mr. Barrie speaks about his time in the Far East living in a tent.

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