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A Close Call With Grenades
Mr. White describes an amusing but frightening experience shortly after the surrender of Hong Kong.
We Started to Dig a Big Pit to Bury Them In
Mr. White describes trying to evacuate and bury the dead from a bombed out residence, and being thwarted by a mortar attack.
My Introduction to War
Mr. White discusses Britain’s naive skepticism about Japan attacking Hong Kong. He describes confusion among the Canadian soldiers experiencing their first Japanese air raid.
Two Hundred Men Under Strength.
Mr. White describes the inadequate strength, health and training of the Hong Kong force.
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.
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