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War – Never Again!

War – Never Again!

Mr. England reflects back on the heroes that protected our country from beginning of First World War to today’s modern day Veterans and hopes with all that has transpired, war will never happen again!

It’s Hard to Come Back Home

It’s Hard to Come Back Home

Mr. England recalls the emotions surrounding his homecoming from Korea.

Camaraderie like you Wouldn’t Believe

Camaraderie like you Wouldn’t Believe

Mr. England tells of some special relationships he made with fellow comrades sharing both the sad and humorous times during war.

My Buddy Bishop!

My Buddy Bishop!

Mr. England speaks about the strong friendship he had with a fellow Newfoundlander that developed in basic training and went right through to the fighting in Korea where sadly, his buddy would only last a short time.

Clearing A Gap Through the Minefield

Clearing A Gap Through the Minefield

A night when battle is halted, Mr. England describes the situation when his crew was given the orders to clear a gap through the minefield to recover the dead.

Night Work

Night Work

As NCO, Mr. England describes the type of night duties his crew performed.

Severe Culture Shock

Severe Culture Shock

Mr. England describes what he saw, smelled and felt as he arrived in Pusan, a culture so very different to what he was used to!

A Job in the Military

A Job in the Military

Mr. Kish encourages the youth of today to join the military and take advantage of this great opportunity as a lifetime career.

Positive Reflection on Tour

Positive Reflection on Tour

Mr. Kish describes his tour in a positive light recognizing the greatest hardship was being away from his family.

The Sight of Wild Animals

The Sight of Wild Animals

Mr. Kish describes the different techniques used by the locals to rid the snake population.

Standard of Living

Standard of Living

Mr. Kish describes the type of living conditions in Tanzania for the military and the local people.

Fear of Snakes

Fear of Snakes

Mr. Kish shares his thoughts and fears of the snakes after being told about their existence.

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