Forces armées canadiennes

Ms. MacDonald reflects on women in the military.

Ms. MacDonald recalls Kabul as a more threatening environment.

While walking the perimeter of the airfield compound, Ms. MacDonald provides a description of the sights and smells and constant flurry of activity from the locals as well as the military personnel from all nationalities.

Mr. Roberts expresses his pride and satisfaction with his military service.

Mr. Roberts speaks about a couple of occasions where suicide bombers detonated themselves a little too close to their convoys, a situation where training becomes key in the ability to control a very tense environment.

Mr. Roberts describes the responsibilities that come with escorting convoys and the need to be on alert at all times.

Mr. Roberts describes a typical day traveling through the villages interacting with the locals and ensuring their needs are met to the best of their ability.

Mr. Roberts recalls the positive impact that the uniform had on the local children and the overall improved environment the Canadian military fostered.

As a reservist, Mr. Roberts speaks about his pleasure in being selected for deployment to Bosnia and how he was able to put his newly acquired skills to the test.

Mr. Roberts expresses the importance of being fit and how it affects one’s attitude.