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World War 2 veteran Corporal David Trist (Ret.) was eighteen years old when he enlisted in the Army in 1943. During his service, David was deployed to New Guinea and Bougainville and assisted with the collection of Japanese Prisoners of War after the end of the war. Now aged 95, David shares his fascinating memories of his service both at home and abroad in a war that pushed nations to their limits.

Presenter: Adam Blum
Guests: Cpl David Trist (Ret.)
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Academic Adviser: Margaret Strike
Researcher: Justin Guion