Here’s what my dad did in the war: Prosper (Ross) Brioux was part of the Canadian Provost Corps, basically a member of the Military Police.
This film shows what army life was like during World War II at Camp Borden (now Base Borden), an army training centre near Barrie, Ont. Ross received his basic and advanced training there in preparation for overseas service. He qualified as a motorcyclist Class III.
Surprisingly, dad was able to film several aspects of army life on the barracks, including an inspection and leisure activities such as baseball and ping pong.
Dad was also one of several soldiers who rode the trains back and forth from Barrie to Winnipeg, helping mounties and others keep the peace.
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Good evening,
I just watched the film on Mr. Brioux’s military life that you put together with the films he took during his service. It is great that he was able to document these unique moments of his military life. There are not a lot of those available.
My Dad, Jean Bissonnette (1921-2015), was also a member of the Canadian Provost Corps during World War II. He served in England, France, Belgium, The Netherlands and Germany. I am presently writing a novel (fiction of course) inspired by some of the few stories I heard over the years. One of the character in the novel is called Bob and he comes from Barrie, Ontario. Thanks to your website, I just added that Bob trained (Basic and Advanced) at Camp Borden!
Congratulations for the film and thank you for taking the time to put these precious memories together.
Best regards, LCB
Line Carole Bissonnette