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  • Memory Project Archive

    Arnold Sunny Knox (Primary Source)

    Arnold Sunny Knox served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. See below for Mr. Knox's entire testimony. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/6665_original.jpg Arnold Sunny Knox (Primary Source)

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    Art Barker (Primary Source)

    Art Barker served with RCAF, 427 Squadron, from 1942 to 1945. He was the tail gunner in an Handley Halifax bomber, and flew a full tour (30 raids), plus an additional four. Mr. Barker participated in significant raids over German cities, as well as dropping mines along the Norwegian coastline. The crew’s pilot, Don Hepburn, won the Distinguish Flying Cross for a bombing raid over Karlsruhe, Germany in December 1944. Captain Hepburn recommended the entire crew receive the medal.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/9779_original.jpg Art Barker (Primary Source)

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    Art Barnard (Primary Source)

    Art Barnard served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/4293_600.jpg Art Barnard (Primary Source)

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    Art Cuthbertson (Primary Source)

    Serving on the home front during the Korean War, Art Cuthbertson was an Operator Mechanic in the Royal Canadian Air Force.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada. 

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/13703_original.jpg Art Cuthbertson (Primary Source)

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    Arthur B. Wahlroth (Primary Source)

    Arthur (Art) Wahlroth joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1940 and trained at RAF Stations Abbington and Harcourt in the UK. He was assigned to the 405 Squadron and undertook missions in Germany (Berlin, Cologne, and the Ruhr Valley). He also served in North Africa, where he conducted night raids against Rommel's forces, and in Italy during the invasion of Sicily and operations in Naples, Salerno, and Monte Casino.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/16300_original.jpg Arthur B. Wahlroth (Primary Source)

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    Arthur Byford (Primary Source)

    Arthur Byford was a pilot with No. 426 (Thunderbird) Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force from 1948 to 1951. A Flight Lieutenant then later a Squadron Leader, Byford participated in Operation HAWK, the trans-Atlantic airlift operation in support of United Nations forces during the Korean War.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    Arthur David "Dave" Dennis (Primary Source)

    Mr. Arthur Dennis served as a flight engineer with 408 “Goose” Squadron. Flying in an Halifax bomber, he flew in six sorties over the enemy territory before his aircraft being shot down. He recalls how a German family took care of him after being shot down.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/13151_original.jpg Arthur David "Dave" Dennis (Primary Source)

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    Arthur Franklin (Primary Source)

    Dr. Arthur Franklin served as a navigator with No. 418 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force in a de Havilland Mosquito multi-role aircraft, flying over 30 sorties. Due to their experience, he and pilot Harold Lisson were selected to conduct high-risk operations, including dropping supplies to the French Resistance and escorting Avro Lancaster bombers of No. 617 Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF), “The Dambusters,” during Operation CHASTISE (The Dambuster Raid). Dr. Franklin was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) for his exceptional service.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/15996_original.jpg Arthur Franklin (Primary Source)

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    Arthur Franklin McMillan (Primary Source)

    Arthur Franklin McMillan served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/16283_original.jpg Arthur Franklin McMillan (Primary Source)

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    Arthur Kenneth "Ken" Dean (Primary Source)

    Arthur Kenneth "Ken" Dean served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below.Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/2105_original.jpg Arthur Kenneth "Ken" Dean (Primary Source)

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    Arthur Paul Anderson (Primary Source)

    Arthur Paul Anderson served in the Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/3012_original.jpg Arthur Paul Anderson (Primary Source)

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    Arthur "The General" McNaughton (Primary Source)

    Arthur "The General" McNaughton served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/4905_original.jpg Arthur "The General" McNaughton (Primary Source)

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    Arthur Young (Primary Source)

    Arthur Young served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/7985_original.jpg Arthur Young (Primary Source)

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    Asa Albert Ace McGuire (Primary Source)

    Asa Albert Ace McGuire served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    Atholl Sutherland Brown (Primary Source)

    Atholl Sutherland Brown served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Read and listen to his testimony below. Please be advised that Memory Project primary sources may deal with personal testimony that reflect the speaker’s recollections and interpretations of events. Individual testimony does not necessarily reflect the views of the Memory Project and Historica Canada.

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    https://d2ttikhf7xbzbs.cloudfront.net/The-Memory-Project/image/9047_original.jpg Atholl Sutherland Brown (Primary Source)