The History of WWII Podcast

The History of WWII Podcast


Episode 264-Black Christmas: The Fall of Hong Kong

September 16, 2019

Broken by overwhelming numbers, Gen. Maltby and Gov. Young surrender the cause of Hong Kong. But in some ways, the battle over the island is just beginning, as Chinese Communists and Nationalists come together to harass the occupiers of China and Hong Kong. Then comes the tragic tale of the Lisbon Maru, full of Commonwealth POWS, but sunk by an American sub.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices