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During World War II, the Battle of Hong Kong (in December 1941) happened for several interconnected reasons. First, it was controlled by Great Britain, even though it was traditionally a Chinese possession. Second, Japan engaged in war against Great Britain and the other Western Allies for the sake of expanding its influence throughout Asia. As a British outpost in the middle of Asia, then, Hong Kong was necessarily a target for Japanese attacks.
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When Japan seized Hong Kong on December 8 1941 from where was the attack mounted?
The Battle of Hong Kong took place during the Pacific campaign of World War II. It began on 8 December 1941 and ended on Christmas Day with Hong Kong, then a Crown colony, surrendering to the Empire of Japan
When was Hong Kong flag first flown?
1999
What territory was under British control until 1997?
Hong Kong
What are the two nations belonging to the British commonwealth of Nations that just escape Japanese occupation in World War 2?
I believe that it is Hong Kong and Singapore, but I may be wrong.
After Pearl Harbor Japan went on to capture who?
Wake Island, Hong Kong, the Philippines
Where was the Hong Kong battle located?
The Battle of Hong Kong took place in Hong Kong and Kowloon.
When was the Battle of Hong Kong?
The Battle of Hong Kong took place during the Pacific campaign of World War II. It began on December 8 1941 and ended on Christmas Day with Hong Kong, then a British colony, surrendering to the control of Imperial Japan.
When was The Battle of Hong Kong - film - created?
The Battle of Hong Kong - film - was created on 1942-11-19.
Who was involved in the Hong Kong battle?
The British Military, Hong Kong Police, and the Japanese Empire.
Will terrorists attack Hong Kong?
This is unlikely to happen, as Hong Kong is one of the Western countries. China is also inactive in world politics until recently.
When did the battle of Hong Kong take place?
The Battle of Hong Kong took place on the 8-25th December 1941. Hong Kong surrendered to the Japanese on Christmas day, that day was known as the 'Black Christmas'
What historical event happen in 1997?
Hong Kong is returned to China!
When did Hong Kong acid attacks happen?
Hong Kong acid attacks happened on 2013-12-08.
What weapons were used in the battle of hong kong?
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Was India in the battle of Hong Kong?
India was not, but there was a time many Hong Kong polices are Indian descent; that's why there were Indians, Canadians, British, and Chinese in the battle of HK.
When was Hong Kong New World Tower created?
Hong Kong New World Tower was created in 2002.
What happened in Hong Kong in 1941?
Japan attacked Hong Kong on 8 December, 1941. The battle ended on Christmas day.
