My special Cousin

I was born and raised in Canada. My father was in the Army, and was very strict but fair during my formative years.
I grew up with two sisters and as I was the youngest, I recieved more Lee Way than they did.
I joined the Canadian Army at the age of 16, which back in the 60’s, could be done with the signature of your Guardian. In my case, my Father.
I had gone through all my basic training, and had graduated with Highest Honours. Which meant that I was selected for Special Training which sent me through several experiences that helped shape to what I am today.
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This story starts after I had gone through 21/2 years of in depth training, and at the ripe old age of 18, I found myself as a Corporal, with several special qualifications, including being qualified as a Sniper and Air Borne.These qualifications, saw me headed to an African Country for an Emergency Rescue of Embassy Staff and fellow Country men who were trapped in the said country,which was goimg through the pains of becoming Independant. I was granted a one week Embarcation Leave, which I spent with my Aunt and Uncle who resided in Montreal.

My Father had come to meet me there, and we spent this very special time together, where we bonded as only Brothers in Arms can do
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While I was at my relatives home, I was introduced to my younger Cousin Lise, who was one year younger than I was.