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Mike
UK 20.10.2014
Hi Paul (re Walter Henry Bridges ). Walter regiment was on Java when the surrender occurred. (appx 8.03.1942). On 29.10.42 he was shipped to Singapore and then onward to Moji in Japan. Two hellships sailed together, the Singapore Maru and the Dainichi Maru. The conditions on these two ships was deplorable with 80 dying on the Dainichi Maru, and 108 dying on the Singapore Maru. Arriving on 25.11.42 most of the men were taken to Fukuoka #4 Camp. Walter died as a result of the journey a few days later on 02.12.42. You ask why they were sent to Japan, they were slave labour to replace the Japanese men who were away fighting.
paul BRIDGES
West Midlands, United Kingdom
Hi, looking for more info on Gunner Walter Henry Bridges of the Royal Artillery 12 bty 6 H AA Regt who died as a POW in Japan in DEc 1942 and buried at Yokohama Cemetery.
William Wilson
Newburgh
Thanks for your reply, it has been
Mike
UK 18.10.2014
Hi William, (re Sapper George Gilmour ). The events for George are probably very similar to that I have posted as a reply to Rachel. Geoge left Changi just 3 days later on train 8, on 22.03.1943, and was therefore also a member of D Force. I do not have any details concerning his death, but his "capture" is the date when Singapore was surrendered and all the men were ordered to lay down arms. 36 Fortress Coy were the Command Engineers, and one of 12 divisions that had specialised skills.
William Wilson
Newburgh
I am trying to find info. on 1874644 Sapper George Gilmour 36 Fortress Coy. R.E. age 26, who was a POW, died on 10th. October 1943 and is buried in Chungkai War Cemetery. He was captured on 15th February 1942, I am hoping to get info re his capture or death.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Rachel McKie
Dumfries, Scotland
Thank you so very much Mike for getting back to me so promptly.
Mike
UK 16.10.2014
Hi Rachel, (re Private Arthur Watson) . 6th Battalion Norfolk Regiment , service number 5774162. Address shown as 145 High Street, Dumfries, Scotland. (maybe parents address ?) The 6th battalion were responsible for defending the north side of Singapore, and in the final days retreated to the naval base, where they joined with the 2nd Cambridgeshires. After Singapore capitulated on 15th February 1942, Arthur then spent a year in Changi. On 19.03.1943 he was sent to Siam in train 5, as part of
Rachel McKie
Dumfries, Scotland
Looking for any information on private Arthur Watson of the Norfolk rifles, England.
Robert Booth
Norfolk
My wife is looking for information on her uncle.
He apparently worked on the Burmese railway.
His name was Alexander (Eck) Carcary.
Sadly he passed away in 1976,
we believe he was in the Royal Scots Greys.
Any information would be greatly received.
He apparently worked on the Burmese railway.
His name was Alexander (Eck) Carcary.
Sadly he passed away in 1976,
we believe he was in the Royal Scots Greys.
Any information would be greatly received.
Karen Harvey
Essex, England
My husband sent me this link because he is aware that I have an ancestral connection to a relative who lost his life in Burma with the Suffolk Regiment - 5th Battalion. I gather from reading this site that the connections are mostly Australian POW's. However, if anyone is aware of any links that I could connect with for further information of the plight of our heroes, I would be most grateful for a response.
louis simpkins
england
my step dad served in the RAF and was captured in burma around 1941.
his name is Harry Carr and i am trying to track his service history.
his name is Harry Carr and i am trying to track his service history.
Alice Lee MacDonald
Lewes, De., USA
I am looking for info about my Aunt & Cousin. They were in a POW camp in Shanghai. I believe they were freed in 1945. There names are Lydia and Alexander MacDonald.
Believe they were from Sydney, Au.
Believe they were from Sydney, Au.
Bobbie Winger
Perth WA
A very interesting site , I will add this site to my favourites , glad I met you and your lovely wife on the train ;)
sharon fair
Australia
I am looking for info on my great uncle. Private Richens Charles Stewart Abrahams
Lyn Goodale
queensland
Trying to trace my husbands uncles Peter Butterworth and Francis Butterworth both taken prisoners of war in Changi, Born Nebo Qld and died Nebo Qld
Tony Mort
Wellington, New Zealand
Response to posting by Christine Prangnell re William Daniel Elverson. UK Commonwealth War Graves has a listing for William Daniel Buller Elverson, age 49, b. abt 1893; d. 16 feb 1942; Father: Daniel Elverson; Mother: Elizabeth Sarah Elverson; Service No: P/K 55342; Sto. P.O.; RN HMS Danae; Husband of Harriet Elverson of Milton, Southsea, Hampshire; Panel 92 on Portsmouth Naval Memorial for those who died on shore; Burial Country shown as England. Above information extracted via www. Ancestry.co.uk --- hope this helps
Mike
UK 01.10.2014
Hi Christine, It doesnt sound like he was ever a POW, as he was one of over 100 missing, presumed killed at HMS Sultan shore base, on the day after the fall of Singapore. It does seem rather unusual that he is not listed on the Kranji memorial though. If you want to see the full list of the MPK go to this website: http://www.naval-history.net/xDKCas1942-02FEB.htm
christine Prangnell
hampshire
Hi.I am looking for information about my grandfather William Daniel Elverson, Petty Officer, P/K 55342. He served on HMS Deane and was last listed as serving at HMS Sultan Singapore when it fell to the Japanese. He is listed as MPK 16th February 1942 but was he PoW somewhere? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks
Tracey Curtis
Shepparton Victoria
I was wondering if anyone has any information on Keith Douglas Bell, he was in 2/9 field ambulance and was a prisoner of war. Date of Birth 12 May 1921. His service number was VX25618. I have been searching for information on the internet, but haven't found a lot. Anything would be very much appreciated.
Josephine bewers
Essex
My uncle herb was a prisoner
William Davies
Holmes Chapel
Hi Mike,
I am really touched with the information you have sent me so far and I look forward to your e mail as mentioned with keen anticipation. Regards, Bill
I am really touched with the information you have sent me so far and I look forward to your e mail as mentioned with keen anticipation. Regards, Bill
Mike
14.09.2014
Bill, sorry info. below is wrong. It was 12.10.1942, which is NOT 'Y' Party, but part of No.2 Group.
Mike
UK 14.09.2014
Hi Bill, ( re Ernest Hill) Thanks, email recieved to confirm I had the right person. Your Uncle was with the Royal Artillery as part of the 9th Coast Regiment. Sent to the Siam Railway on 24.10.1942 as part of 'Y' Party. More information being sent by email.
Helen Palmer
England
BURMA P.O.W
Private Frederick Stanley SCOWBY
Private Frederick Stanley SCOWBY
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He served during World war two on the Swedish ships Gripsholm.
I wonder if someone remembers him. Sorry ror my bad Spelling . I have a side on Facebook named ***Svenska Amerika Linien*** Pleace try to check it in oki :)