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A profile on the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment. CSM (Company Sergeant Major) George Ponsford reminisces on joining the army in 1939 and being a soldier of the Hasty P's and looks forward to celebrating their 50 year anniversary.
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Oct 31, 1990
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