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British soldiers after surrender of Singapore, 1942
Survivors of the 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, leaving their fighting positions on Singapore Island, the day after the British surrender to the Japanese in World War Two. All went to Changi Prison camp in eastern Singapore. Date: 16th February 1942
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1942 Battalion Lancashire Loyal Pacific Prison Prisoners Regiment Singapore Surrender Survivors Ww 2 Ww Ii
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a unique and personalized way to relive history. Featuring an evocative image from the past, this mug showcases "British soldiers leaving their fighting positions on Singapore Island, the day after the British surrender to the Japanese in World War Two." This poignant moment in history, captured by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available to be a part of your daily routine. The high-quality print ensures vibrant colors and detailed imagery that will not fade, making each sip a journey back in time. Add a touch of history to your morning coffee or an element of nostalgia to your workplace with this distinctive Photo Mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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EDITORS COMMENTS
February 16, 1942: A Moment of Defeat and Despair - Survivors of the 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, Leave Singapore Amid the ruins of a once proud and impregnable British stronghold, the sun sets on the shattered dreams of resistance as the 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, begins their journey to Changi Prison Camp on the eastern coast of Singapore Island. The date is February 16, 1942, and the once invincible British Army, having been caught off guard by the relentless Japanese advance, has been forced to surrender. The Pacific War theatre of World War Two had reached a turning point as the Japanese military machine, fueled by a relentless and unyielding spirit, had conquered yet another major Allied stronghold. The defeated British soldiers, their faces etched with a mixture of exhaustion, despair, and resignation, trudge along the dusty roads of Singapore, their future uncertain. The Changi Prison Camp, with its infamous reputation for brutal conditions and harsh treatment, awaited them. The soldiers, now prisoners of war, would endure unimaginable hardships, their bodies and spirits tested to the limits as they struggled to survive the harsh realities of captivity. This poignant image serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of war, and the indomitable spirit of those who, despite the odds, continued to fight for their freedom and their homeland. The 16th of February, 1942, would forever be etched in the annals of history as a day of defeat and despair for the British forces in Singapore, but also a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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