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Reviews the history of the battle for Hong Kong that lasted from 8th to 25th December, 1941 when Governor Mark Aitchison Young surrendered to the Japanese. Explains the plans to defend Hong Kong, including construction of the Gin Drinkers' Line, and why Hong Kong residents were confident in the defensive capabilities of the British forces. Describes how the British planned to continue its rule over Hong Kong and prevented the Chiang Kai-shek government from accepting the Japanese surrender in Hong Kong at the end of World War II. Examines why Britain changed its policy towards Hong Kong after the war
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