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Robert W Mackay's avatar

I think he did very well to do his duty, and then get himself and his family out alive.

The Volunteers gave a good account of themselves in a tragically losing cause. As I understand it, those forces defending the Gap were early targets of the invading Japanese.

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Simon Johnston's avatar

My father, a merchant, joined the HK Volunteers and I believe he was stationed in or close to Wong Nei Chung Gap.

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Robert W White's avatar

An excellent summary!

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Robert W Mackay's avatar

Thanks, a comment from an informed reader is much appreciated!

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