Submarine in Hong Kong Harbour
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Submarine in Hong Kong Harbour
A British submarine leaves Hong Kong Harbour to go on patrol. The defensive boom across the harbour has been parted to allow the submarine to exit. Following the Japanese invasion, Hong Kong was surrendered on 25th December 1941 Date: 1940 - 1941
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Boom Defensive Hong Invasion Kong Patrol Submarine
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Departure of a British Submarine from Hong Kong Harbour Amidst the Looming Threat of Japanese Invasion, 1940-1941" This evocative photograph captures the moment of departure of a British submarine from Hong Kong Harbour as it sets out on patrol during the tense period leading up to the Japanese invasion of December 1941. The defensive boom, a crucial barrier designed to protect the harbour from enemy vessels, has been parted to allow the submarine to exit. The image is a poignant reminder of the heightened military activity in Hong Kong during the early years of World War II. With the British Empire on the defensive, the submarine's mission was to safeguard the strategic waterways and maintain a critical presence in the face of the encroaching Japanese forces. The photograph offers a glimpse into the historical context of the time, as tensions escalated between the Allied Powers and the Axis forces in the Pacific. The image is particularly significant given that Hong Kong was surrendered to the Japanese just a year later, on Christmas Day 1941. This photograph, taken from the collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical record of the events leading up to the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong. It provides a unique perspective on the military efforts of the British forces during this pivotal period in World War II history. The image is not to be used for commercial purposes and is available for rights-managed licensing only. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the military personnel during this time, and a testament to the resilience and determination of those who served to protect their homeland.
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