EP242 - John Carew | Afghanistan veteran

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In this special Remembrance Day episode of #GaleForceWins, we honour the sacrifices made by those who serve. John Carew, is a retired member of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment. He shares a powerful and deeply personal story about his deployment to Afghanistan, where he risked his life for the values and freedoms we hold dear. This episode includes an emotional recounting of his experiences abroad, including his efforts to help local communities and the friends he lost along the way. Despite the challenges and losses, John’s story is a reminder of the courage and commitment of Canadian soldiers. Please join us in remembering those who served and continue to serve.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction to the Remembrance Day Special
0:14 – Honouring My Brother’s Service in Afghanistan. John is Gerry Carew's brother.
0:42 – John’s Background and Deployment
1:50 – his return Home for Christmas
2:05 – A Letter from the United States Marine Corps
2:38 – Stories from Serving in Afghanistan
3:31 – Building Schools and Helping the Community
4:10 – Facing the Taliban’s Resistance
5:00 – Loss of Friends and Reflections on Sacrifice
5:50 – Why Remembrance Matters Deeply for Veterans
6:20 – Encouraging Youth to Visit Memorials
7:00 – Tribute to the Fallen and Remembrance of Service
7:45 – Final Words on Honouring Our Freedom

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