The History of WWII Podcast

The History of WWII Podcast


Episode 260-Hong Kong-Retreat but No Surrender

August 19, 2019

With the Gin Drinker's Line pierced, Gen. Maltby pulls back his men to Hong Kong Island. The Japanese will ask the Commonwealth forces to surrender, but Gov. Young and Maltby give a one word answer, no. Now Gen. Sakai prepares to invade Hong Kong with a bombardment to weaken British defenses.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices