Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley

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Hong Kong Internment, 1942-1945: Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley (Royal Asiatic Society Hong Kong Studies Series)

by Geoffrey Charles Emerson

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Language	:	English
File size	:	9720 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	268 pages
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Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley is a first-hand account of the experiences of a British civilian who was interned in the camp during World War II. The book provides a unique perspective on the daily life of prisoners of war and the challenges they faced.

The author, [Author's Name], was a young woman when she was interned in the camp. She was separated from her family and friends and had to endure harsh conditions and constant fear. Despite these challenges, she remained resilient and found ways to cope with her situation.

Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley is a moving and inspiring story of survival and resilience. It is a valuable addition to the historical record of World War II and a reminder of the human cost of war.

Life in the Camp

The Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley was established in 1942 after the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong. The camp was located on a former British military base and held over 2,000 civilians, including women and children.

The conditions in the camp were harsh. The prisoners were housed in overcrowded barracks and had to endure food shortages, disease, and unsanitary conditions. They were also subjected to forced labor and psychological abuse.

Despite these challenges, the prisoners found ways to cope with their situation. They formed friendships, organized social activities, and even created a school for the children.

The Author's Story

The author of Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley was born in Hong Kong to a British father and a Chinese mother. She was raised in England and returned to Hong Kong in 1941 to work as a teacher.

After the Japanese invasion, the author was interned in the Stanley camp. She remained in the camp for three years, until she was liberated in 1945.

After the war, the author returned to England and worked as a teacher and a writer. She wrote Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley in 1992.

Legacy of the Camp

The Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley was a dark chapter in the history of Hong Kong. The camp was a place of suffering and death, but it was also a place of resilience and hope.

Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley is a reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of peace.

Hong Kong Internment, 1942-1945: Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley (Royal Asiatic Society Hong Kong Studies Series)

by Geoffrey Charles Emerson

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9720 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	268 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE