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“Fortunes of war”
Dr. Cunningham acknowledges that as an officer he had a much easier time in captivity than did the combat soldiers.
The War is Over
Dr. Cunningham discusses hearing that the war had ended as a result of the H-bombings in Japan, and describes his elation at the time.
Staying Informed
Dr. Cunningham describes using a hidden radio and smuggled Chinese newspapers to keep informed about the war's progress.
Beriberi
Dr. Cunningham describes the pain of beriberi being similar to frost coming out of frozen toes. As the condition progressed, sufferers lost the sensation in their lower legs and feet.
Sham Shui Po Dental Clinic
Dr. Cunningham describes setting up his dental clinic at Sham Shui Po Camp with equipment brought from North Point POW camp. He indicates that dental health was good due to the lack of sugar in their diet.
The Tomato Garden
Dr. Cunningham discusses the prison camp diet in general, and then describes the prisoners' tomato garden.
Occupation and Surrender in Hong Kong
Dr. Cunningham describes the steady advance of the Japanese which eventually resulted in his field hospital retreating to Bowen Road Hospital.
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Christmas In Nijmegen
Dr. Theal describes Christmas celebrations in Nijmegen, Holland
He Died Just Like That
Dr. Theal describes the consequences of cavalier leadership in an assault at Groningen, Holland.
Run Over By A Tank!
Dr. Theal describes the more common wounds which he treated at the outpost level, and describes a bizarre close call.
Inject Morphine Where Necessary
Dr. Theal describes the steps involved in moving the wounded back to the appropriate level of care.
Function of the 10th Field Ambulance
Dr. Theal gives a general description of a field hospital and his reliance on the padre.
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