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They just flattened Caen, France.
Mr. Macdougall describes the bombing of Caen and being unable to stop and help the trapped and wounded.
Give her a big kiss.
Mr. Macdougall describes approaching the English Channel and reaching the beach in France.
Some of them were laughing at me.
Mr. Macdougall describes the informality of his field promotion to Sergeant.
You’re supposed to step down.
Mr. Macdougall describes the crew’s responsibilities on an Ack-Ack gun, and the dangers of a misfire.
What’s your army number and rank?
Mr. Macdougall discusses the consequences of insubordination.
True Valour and Honour
Mr. James speaks against the portrayal of Bomber Command in the CBC production "The Valour and the Horror." He also shares his opinion on how disgraceful it is that no campaign medals were issued for Bomber Command.
Bombs Away
Mr. James recalls being frustrated with lugging bombs across town and describes how they began to handle them roughly. He then goes on to describe two instances of faulty bombs exploding while being loaded in grounded Lancasters.
Heavy Losses in Bomber Command
Mr. James recalls the affect the losses in Bomber Command had on the #75 New Zealand Squadron, describing the state of a survivor of a 'milk run' that claimed 7 of 8 planes.
Mandrell - Jamming German Radar
Mr. James describes being assigned to project Mandrell - assembling and learning to maintain new radar jamming units - and returning as a mechanic. He also recalls how airmen's opinion on Mandrell's effectiveness ranged widely.
Gee Radar
Mr. James recalls when Gee radar was brought into service. He describes how it operated, installing the units complete with security, and how it put a whole new slant on bombing.
We Marched Like Veterans
Mr. James recalls how during basic training in Toronto, a new air force recruit embarrassed the drill instructor by accepting his challenge to get the other recruits to march properly.
Never a Question of Not Serving
Mr. James recalls how obvious it was to his family that war was imminent and they would be involved. He then explains how those trained as radar mechanics were sure to be deployed overseas rather than remain in Canada.
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