Hearings on the in-theatre phase of the Somalia Mission commenced on 1st April 1996. In-theatre issues, concerning the period of time from 10th January 1993 to 10th June 1993, included the suitability and composition of Canadian Joint Force Somalia (CJFS) for its mission and tasks, the extent to which cultural differences may have affected the conduct of operations, the attitude of rank levels toward the lawful conduct of operations; and the manner in which the CJFS conducted its mission and tasks and responded to the operational, disciplinary, and administrative problems encountered in-theatre, including allegations of cover-up and destruction of evidence.~These unedited recordings consist of testimony recorded by the Cable Public Affairs Channel in Ottawa, Ontario. Proceedings begin with Justice Létourneau who outlines the purpose and procedure, scope, content and mandate of the Commission of Inquiry into the Deployment of Canadian Forces toSomalia. Peter Vita then speaks to the issue of conflict of interest in relation to the Government of Canada and number of witnesses called to testify.~Simon Noël of Commission Counsel gives a brief sketch of the situation in 1992 in which the pre-deployment phase took place. This synopsis of events follows with Barbara McIsaac who lists the three phases in which the in- theatre phase of the Somalia Mission will be dealt with by the Commission. McIsaac also lists the witnesses who will testify during the first phase of testimony. A number of housekeeping issues are also dealt with.~Scenes from Somalia prior to the arrival of Canadian Forces in 1992 is then presented in video format, compliments of the CBC. The scenes detail the state of crisis in Somalia due to civil war, resulting famine, death and suffering of the Somali people, the work being done by UN workers, and the aid still required for the people of Somalia.~A news conference follows with Justice Létourneau who speaks to issues concerning the laying of charges in light of testimony and findings, and missing documentation from the Department of National Defence (DND).~Testimony is then provided by Major Richard Moreau, Serving Officer and former Captain of the Royal Canadian Dragoons and Platoon Commander for Security and Defence Platoon, Headquarters Commando, the Canadian Airborne Regiment Battle Group. Questioning is conducted by Tom Conway with additional questioning by Justice Létourneau and Commissioners Justice Rutherford and Peter Desbarats.~Subjects include the history of Major Moreau's military career, responsibilities of the Security and Defence Platoon in Somalia, the situation in Moqdishu in December 1992, violence and petty harassment by the Somali people directed toward soldiers, and the geographical features of Moqdishu. A variety of maps accompany the oral explanation of Moqdishu's geography.~Scenes of Moqdishu, following the arrival of Canadian forces in 1992, are then featured in video format. Narration is provided by Major Moreau. Highlighted are the living conditions of a Somali family, sites in Moqdishu along the Green Line Tour, "Sniper Alley" linking the main highway to the airport, a burned relief ship shelled in 1992, damage to buildings resulting from the civil war and fighting between clans, and the University and Embassy compounds.~Scenes of Moqdishu are also presented through the use of still photos which feature the Canadian Headquarters in Moqdishu, and the extent of damage done to central Moqdishu as a result of civil war and fighting between clans.~Supplementary examination follows with questioning conducted by Captain Colin Carson and Stuart Hendin.~Testimony is also provided by second witness, Captain Jacques Poitras, Serving Officer and former Public Affairs Officer at Headquarters Commando for the Canadian Airborne Regiment Battle Group (CARBG). Questioning is conducted by Ian Stauffer.~Subjects include the history of Captain Poitras's military career, the living conditions in Belet Huen for Canadian troops, the climate in Somalia, and the difficulties facing troops in Somalia.~Scenes of Belet Huen, following the arrival of Canadian forces in 1992, are then featured through the use of video and still photos. Narration is provided by Captain Poitras. Highlighted are images of the military operation in Belet Huen, living conditions encountered by the Canadian troops, and military support provided at each military site.