Did Singapore Have to Fall?

Churchill and the Impregnable Fortress

Autoren

• Karl Hack
• Kevin Blackburn

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Seitenzahl

324 Seiten

Lesezeit

12 Stunden

• Geografie
• Geschichte
• Karten & Reisen
• Regionale & Exilliteratur
• Weltgeschichte

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The book explores the critical events surrounding Singapore's surrender on February 15, 1942, marking a pivotal moment in the decline of the British Empire. It delves into the controversies over military decisions and strategies, questioning whether additional resources or different tactics could have altered the outcome. By examining various scapegoats, including Churchill and Australian troops, the narrative seeks to provide a comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to this significant historical event.

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• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2003
• Einband: Hardcover