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A Versatile crew

A Versatile crew

Mr. Allen discusses the shared responsibilities of the members of his air crew.

U-Boats and Convoys

U-Boats and Convoys

Mr. Allen describes general strategies used to protect convoys from U-boats.

"Attacking a U-boat is a dangerous thing"

"Attacking a U-boat is a dangerous thing"

Mr. Allen describes in detail attacking a U-boat and its dangers.

New Radar - a real saviour

New Radar - a real saviour

Mr. Allen tells us about new radar technology and an incident where it saved his crew.

Air Raid

Air Raid

Mr. Allen talks about his first overseas wartime experience manning a gun during an air raid.

Splashdown!

Splashdown!

Mr. Allen talks about how tricky it could be to train in a Hampden bomber.

Plenty of Training

Plenty of Training

Mr. Allen describes the variety of training required by the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Remembrance Train

Remembrance Train

Mr. McKiel describes his experience with the Remembrance Train.

Freedom At Last

Freedom At Last

Mr. McKiel describes his long forced march and eventual liberation.

The Great Escape

The Great Escape

Mr. McKiel describes the Great Escape, discovery of the deception, and the fate of recaptured escapees.

Battling Boredom and Depression

Battling Boredom and Depression

Mr. McKiel talks about failing morale and the inability of some to cope.

Conditions Worsen

Conditions Worsen

Mr. McKiel discusses dwindling food and fuel supplies, and an unexpected windfall.

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