Mr. Lowe describes commandeering a train to Tokyo and a very warm reception from the American Brass upon their arrival.
The War is Over
Mr. Lowe describes being told the war is over and the events which followed before finally leaving Sendai camp.
Sendai Camp
Mr. Lowe describes the conditions at the Sendai camp in northern Japan as well as his duties in the mine.
Deadly Revenge
Mr. Lowe describes his responsibilities in the Yokohama shipyard foundry, routine sabotage, and deadly revenge against a cruel guard.
POW Living Conditions
Mr. Lowe describes Sham Shui Po and compares it with his experiences at North Point, particularly burial detail and the Kai Tak labour gangs.
I Wake up Just Screaming!
Mr. Lowe describes barbaric treatment by Japanese guards, including the rape and slaughter of a group of nurses, and the torture and death of a prisoner who was guilty of theft.
Stark Raving Mad
Mr. Lowe offers some insights into the effect of battle on group and individual soldiers, and in particular warning off one of his own officers with his machine gun.
No Protection
Mr. Lowe describes how poorly armed they were and breaking into British stores to get more weapons.
I Kept Asking Where my Mother Was
Mr. Jessop touchingly describes returning home to his family and sadly reflects on those who didn’t make it home.
It ( Nagasaki ) Was Flattened
Mr. Jessop describes seeing the massive cloud over Nagasaki after the A-bomb attack, and witnessing first hand the city’s devastation.
When we Came Back, the Guards Were all Gone
Mr. Jessop describes events in Omine camp that indicated the war was ending.