Ottawa , Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong
Le Rôle Des Canadiens Dans La Défense De Hong Kong
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
1. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Marker
The Canadian Role In The Defence Of Hong Kong
In late 1941, 1975 Canadians arrived in Hong Kong to reinforce the garrison. They fought with courage and determination against overwhelming odds after the Japanese attacked on December 8. Many distinguished themselves under fire, including Company Sergeant-Major John Robert Osborn, who won Canada's first Victoria Cross of the Second World War. During the seventeen-day battle, 290 men died After the surrender, 267 more perished during long years of harsh captivity. The Canadians' role in the defence of Hong Kong stands as an eloquent expression of their lasting honour.
À la fin de 1941, 1975 Canadiens debarquerent à Hong Kong pour renforcer la garrison. A la suite de l'attaque japonaise du 8 décembre, démunis, ils se battirent avec courage et détermination. Beaucoup se distinguèrent au feu, dont le sergent-major de compagnie John Robert Osbom, premier canadien à 'se mériter la Croix de Victoria lors de la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Au cours de cette bataille de 17 jours, 290 hommes furent tués, Apres la reddition, 267 autres perirent victimes d'une longue et dure captivité. Le rôle des Canadiens dans la défense de Hong Kong témoigne avec éloquence de leur impérissable honneur.
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Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, World II. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Historic Sites and Monuments Board, and the Victoria Cross and George Cross Recipients series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is December 8, 1941.
Location. 45° 26.319′ N, 75° 41.752′ W. Marker is in Ottawa, Ontario. It is at the intersection of King Edward Avenue and Sussex Drive, on the right when traveling west on King Edward Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ottawa ON K1N K1N, Canada. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Eastern Ontario. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Rupert’s Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Dr. Harold (Harry) Jennings (within shouting distance of this marker); National Research Council Canada / Le Conseil National de Recherches du Canada
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
2. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Marker
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
3. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Memorial
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
4. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Marker
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
5. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Marker
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
6. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Marker
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
7. The Canadian Role in the Defense of Hong Kong Memorial
Credits. This page was last revised on August 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 30, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 186 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 30, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. 4, 5, 6. submitted on June 7, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. 7. submitted on August 1, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
