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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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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the rich historical past with our captivating "British Soldiers after Surrender of Singapore, 1942" jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle, featuring an image from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a poignant moment in World War Two history. Witness the 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. Piece together the intricate details of this powerful image, immersing yourself in the history of this pivotal moment. Engage in a challenging and rewarding experience as you bring this piece of history back to life.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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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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