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We Didn’t Have any Tanks . . . Nothing!
Mr. Murphy discusses the inadequate training, weaponry and transportation experienced in Hong Kong
I had Never Heard Tell of Hong Kong.
Mr. Murphy describes his voyage from Victoria, British Columbia, to the Hong Kong colony.
Impacts of War
Mr. Lowe describes some of the physical and emotional impacts of his Hong Kong service.
Quite a Reunion
Mr. Lowe describes his return home to Manitoba.
Reception From the American Brass
Mr. Lowe describes commandeering a train to Tokyo and a very warm reception from the American Brass upon their arrival.
The War is Over
Mr. Lowe describes being told the war is over and the events which followed before finally leaving Sendai camp.
Sendai Camp
Mr. Lowe describes the conditions at the Sendai camp in northern Japan as well as his duties in the mine.
Deadly Revenge
Mr. Lowe describes his responsibilities in the Yokohama shipyard foundry, routine sabotage, and deadly revenge against a cruel guard.
POW Living Conditions
Mr. Lowe describes Sham Shui Po and compares it with his experiences at North Point, particularly burial detail and the Kai Tak labour gangs.
I Wake up Just Screaming!
Mr. Lowe describes barbaric treatment by Japanese guards, including the rape and slaughter of a group of nurses, and the torture and death of a prisoner who was guilty of theft.
Stark Raving Mad
Mr. Lowe offers some insights into the effect of battle on group and individual soldiers, and in particular warning off one of his own officers with his machine gun.
No Protection
Mr. Lowe describes how poorly armed they were and breaking into British stores to get more weapons.
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