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AWOL

AWOL

Mr. Rees discusses deployment and a minor breach of discipline.

Joining the Army

Joining the Army

Mr. Rees discusses the day that he and his buddy joined the Canadian Forces.

Sight of the Dead

Sight of the Dead

Mr. Pike describes his feelings when witnessing nine dead Canadian soldiers lying outside the Regimental Aid Post.

Infantry Platoon in the Field

Infantry Platoon in the Field

Mr. Pike explains the components that made up the infantry platoon and how they dealt with the wounded.

High Regard for Canadian Soldiers

High Regard for Canadian Soldiers

Mr. Pike expresses pride for Canada’s service in Korea, and the great respect Korean people have for Canadian soldiers.

Field Ambulance Composition

Field Ambulance Composition

Mr. Pike explains the logistics of a field ambulance team and the responsibilities of each section during the Korean War.

Blacks Contribution in the Military

Blacks Contribution in the Military

Mr. Este expresses his opinion on the presence of Blacks in the military and the contribution they made during service.

All Canadians Got Along!

All Canadians Got Along!

Mr. Este explains the comradery amongst his fellow soldiers and how he dealt with racial encounters.

Effects of the Napalm

Effects of the Napalm

Mr. Este describes the use of the Napalm, a favourite weapon used by our soldiers to clear out huts and caves and its effect on the enemy.

Treating Wounded at Casualty Clearing Posts

Treating Wounded at Casualty Clearing Posts

Mr. Este explains the set up for treating the wounded, the focus being on treating the least wounded so they could get back into action.

Working as a Medic

Working as a Medic

Mr. Este describes his work as a medic and the shock of seeing casualties for the first time.

Landing in Korea

Landing in Korea

Mr. Thorsen describes his first impression of landing in Korea, and being disturbed at seeing so many dead American soldiers.

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