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The Battle of Hong Kong
This page contains general information about this battle, fought during the Second World War.
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| War |
World War II |
| Theatre |
Asia & the Pacific |
| Campaign/Op |
Hong Kong |
| Date |
Dec. 8-25, 1941 |
| Force Size |
2000 |
| Casualties |
557 killed, ? wounded |
| Content Page |
The Battle of Hong Kong |
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 Sgt. Major John Osborn, Winnipeg's - Victoria Cross
Several enemy grenades were thrown which Company Sergeant-Major Osborn picked up and threw back. The enemy threw a grenade which landed in a position where it was impossible to pick it up and return it in time. Shouting a warning to his comrades this gallant Warrant Officer threw himself on the grenade which exploded, killing him instantly. His self-sacrifice undoubtedly saved the lives of many others. |
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263 died in the battle, 294 died while in Japanese captivity. |
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