From Oblivion to Triumph
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Telling the story of the Battle for Hong Kong, #SOE Force 136, and the making of modern Canada by Rick Green.
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From Oblivion to Triumph - How Two Vancouverites Meeting in Free China Changed Canadian History
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For an introduction to the story about the Battle for Hong Kong, #SOE, Force 136, and the making of modern Canada, see the presentation by Rick Green on #WW2TV with @ww2tv.bsky.social at www.youtube.com/live/dEebnwD....
"1945: The Reckoning" by @philmcraig.bsky.social speaks to the global context of #Force136 and the making of modern Canada. The effort to achieve respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, happened at both national & international levels. See Phil on #WW2TV at www.youtube.com/live/OIvLXg6...
January 12, 2026 at 8:45 PM
"1945: The Reckoning" by @philmcraig.bsky.social speaks to the global context of #Force136 and the making of modern Canada. The effort to achieve respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, happened at both national & international levels. See Phil on #WW2TV at www.youtube.com/live/OIvLXg6...
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The wait is over! Series 3 Episode 1 is now live. Jack and Rob explore the origins of the Indian Army, moving from its role as an "Imperial Reserve" to becoming the largest volunteer force in history with over 2 million men. Tune in to the foundation of the war in the East. #NewEpisode #IndianArmy
January 12, 2026 at 6:18 AM
The wait is over! Series 3 Episode 1 is now live. Jack and Rob explore the origins of the Indian Army, moving from its role as an "Imperial Reserve" to becoming the largest volunteer force in history with over 2 million men. Tune in to the foundation of the war in the East. #NewEpisode #IndianArmy
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Proper-map, this. Smashing bit of WW2 manga. Best aside is in the footnotes: “Japan has decided to resolve the China incident quickly without paying attention to the European war.” 👀
January 4, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Proper-map, this. Smashing bit of WW2 manga. Best aside is in the footnotes: “Japan has decided to resolve the China incident quickly without paying attention to the European war.” 👀
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A signature style in WW2 infographic propaganda mapping: originally an architect, Robert M Chapin Jr. was a pioneer, setting a standard for style that others envied - he led Time magazine’s map dept for 33 years.
January 4, 2026 at 6:03 PM
A signature style in WW2 infographic propaganda mapping: originally an architect, Robert M Chapin Jr. was a pioneer, setting a standard for style that others envied - he led Time magazine’s map dept for 33 years.
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I've just finished reading @lmbd1418.bsky.social 's excellent Jungle Commandos (www.ospreypublishing.com/uk/jungle-co...) - it's an excellent read, very well-researched, accessibly written, and does a good job of placing the events in the broader context of the Burma campaign. (1/3)
Jungle Commandos
Drawing on unpublished first-hand accounts, this is a gripping history of the experiences of the Commandos and their unsung allies in one of the bloodiest battl…
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January 3, 2026 at 10:52 AM
I've just finished reading @lmbd1418.bsky.social 's excellent Jungle Commandos (www.ospreypublishing.com/uk/jungle-co...) - it's an excellent read, very well-researched, accessibly written, and does a good job of placing the events in the broader context of the Burma campaign. (1/3)
Looks like the offspring of B-17 with a B-24.
January 6, 2026 at 1:43 AM
Looks like the offspring of B-17 with a B-24.
The Consolidated B-24 Liberator (1939) featured a larger bombload, longer range and higher speed than Boeing’s B-17. However, it also had a lower service ceiling and could prove a handful to fly. With almost 18,500 built, it was the most-produced heavy bomber in history.
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January 6, 2026 at 1:38 AM
Can be disconcerting without a firm path forward. Best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2026, Brad. Should it come to pass that you need an editor...
December 31, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Can be disconcerting without a firm path forward. Best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2026, Brad. Should it come to pass that you need an editor...
The introduction of the Consolidated B-24 Liberator to #SEAC in late 1944 was important for supplying #Force136 teams in #Malaya. The only other aircraft capable of the 3,200km roundtrip flight from India was the Consolidated PBY Catalina, but it lacked in payload and overall airlift capacity.
December 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
For those wanting to understand Japanese revisionist expansionism that ultimately resulted in decolonisation in Asia, these periodicals provide an interesting perspective...
No shortage of Japanese wartime (propaganda) periodicals available in English for students to explore as (challenging) primary sources:
Tokyo Gazette 1937-42
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Contemporary Japan 1941-5
froginawell.net/frog/sources...
Tokyo Gazette 1937-42
archive.org/search?query...
Contemporary Japan 1941-5
froginawell.net/frog/sources...
December 28, 2025 at 7:33 AM
For those wanting to understand Japanese revisionist expansionism that ultimately resulted in decolonisation in Asia, these periodicals provide an interesting perspective...
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Interesting mixed medium approach to this Asahi feature on opium and Japanese occupied Manchuria: www.asahi.com/special/manc...
Manchuria: a “utopia” created by opium [Premium A special] : The Asahi Shimbun
This is the dark history of Manchukuo based on fact. In Manchukuo, which was a puppet state of Japan, opium was rampant, and the sales of opium supported the national finances and were used as funding...
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December 27, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Interesting mixed medium approach to this Asahi feature on opium and Japanese occupied Manchuria: www.asahi.com/special/manc...
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#histbookchat #booksky In my research for my Battle for Hong Kong presentation, I came across "Escape from Hong Kong" by Tim Luard: hkupress.hku.hk/index.php?ro.... It's a well-written, captivating story about an escape to Free China by MTBs that has the makings of a dramatic movie.
August 2, 2025 at 4:56 PM
#histbookchat #booksky In my research for my Battle for Hong Kong presentation, I came across "Escape from Hong Kong" by Tim Luard: hkupress.hku.hk/index.php?ro.... It's a well-written, captivating story about an escape to Free China by MTBs that has the makings of a dramatic movie.
I think it would make for a good action movie. I heard the son of Ted Ross, who was part of the escape party, was trying to get one made, but didn't find any takers.
December 26, 2025 at 4:29 PM
I think it would make for a good action movie. I heard the son of Ted Ross, who was part of the escape party, was trying to get one made, but didn't find any takers.
The best account of this escape is Tim Luard's well-researched book, "Escape from Hong Kong". Tim has a blog at timalisonontour.blogspot.com where he retraced the journey in 2010. For a personal account of the December 25 departure, see Colin McEwan's diary entry at gwulo.com/node/56910.
December 25, 2025 at 8:25 PM
The best account of this escape is Tim Luard's well-researched book, "Escape from Hong Kong". Tim has a blog at timalisonontour.blogspot.com where he retraced the journey in 2010. For a personal account of the December 25 departure, see Colin McEwan's diary entry at gwulo.com/node/56910.
Concerning the #Force136 story, the day's key event was Mike Kendall's escape from #Hongkong with top military & civilian personnel, including Chiang Kai-shek’s political & military representative, Admiral Chan Chak. With assistance from local guerillas, they were to reach Huizhou in Free China...
December 25, 2025 at 8:25 PM
#OTD in 1941, it was Black Christmas in #Hongkong when Governor Sir Mark Aitchison Young surrendered the colony to the Japanese at the Peninsula Hotel. Those of C Force surviving the battle, would have to endure 3 years, 8 months, and 4 days of brutal incarceration under the Japanese...
December 25, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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👀 Brilliant temporary exhibition "Spies, Lies & Deception" at Imperial War Museum North, highlighting the history of SOE, MI5 and SIS. Really well curated and full of gadgets and spy paraphernalia.
December 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM
👀 Brilliant temporary exhibition "Spies, Lies & Deception" at Imperial War Museum North, highlighting the history of SOE, MI5 and SIS. Really well curated and full of gadgets and spy paraphernalia.
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1. This History Thread is about roles of #Nisei (Japanese ancestry, American born) soldiers in WW2 Burma. In Allies' fight vs Imperial Japan's occupation, Nisei were translators & psych war experts. My new book "Where the Mithuns Are" includes Karl Yoneda in Burma. (Order via last post #17.) 📚
December 14, 2025 at 7:51 AM
1. This History Thread is about roles of #Nisei (Japanese ancestry, American born) soldiers in WW2 Burma. In Allies' fight vs Imperial Japan's occupation, Nisei were translators & psych war experts. My new book "Where the Mithuns Are" includes Karl Yoneda in Burma. (Order via last post #17.) 📚
Ich hab' mein Herz in Heidelberg verloren?
December 21, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Ich hab' mein Herz in Heidelberg verloren?
To get a taste of the book, those interested may wish to watch Mark's appearance on #WW2TV with @ww2tv.bsky.social at www.youtube.com/live/48NdvhU....
Pearl Harbor: Japan's Greatest Disaster
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December 21, 2025 at 8:14 PM
To get a taste of the book, those interested may wish to watch Mark's appearance on #WW2TV with @ww2tv.bsky.social at www.youtube.com/live/48NdvhU....
For a presentation & discussion with @ww2tv.bsky.social on #WW2TV, see www.youtube.com/live/8iQ8P_T....
Blue Jerusalem: British Conservatism, Winston Churchill, and the Second World War
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December 21, 2025 at 7:53 PM
For a presentation & discussion with @ww2tv.bsky.social on #WW2TV, see www.youtube.com/live/8iQ8P_T....
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🚨 TOMORROW FOR SUBSCRIBERS🚨
Duncan Gilmour and Richard Duckett rewrite WWII special-forces history. Peacock’s SOE Burma ops, 723 women, and post-VJ Day battles reveal a forgotten side of the war. 🎧🌏
#WW2 #SOE #Podcast
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Duncan Gilmour and Richard Duckett rewrite WWII special-forces history. Peacock’s SOE Burma ops, 723 women, and post-VJ Day battles reveal a forgotten side of the war. 🎧🌏
#WW2 #SOE #Podcast
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December 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🚨 TOMORROW FOR SUBSCRIBERS🚨
Duncan Gilmour and Richard Duckett rewrite WWII special-forces history. Peacock’s SOE Burma ops, 723 women, and post-VJ Day battles reveal a forgotten side of the war. 🎧🌏
#WW2 #SOE #Podcast
Subscribe: www.patreon.com/historyrage
Or join on Apple subscriptions
Duncan Gilmour and Richard Duckett rewrite WWII special-forces history. Peacock’s SOE Burma ops, 723 women, and post-VJ Day battles reveal a forgotten side of the war. 🎧🌏
#WW2 #SOE #Podcast
Subscribe: www.patreon.com/historyrage
Or join on Apple subscriptions
I guess it isn't Tintin in Peenemünde because the vehicle isn't a Kübelwagen?
December 19, 2025 at 2:59 AM
I guess it isn't Tintin in Peenemünde because the vehicle isn't a Kübelwagen?