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"1945: The Reckoning" by @philmcraig.bsky.social speaks to the global context of #Force136 and the making of modern Canada. The effort to achieve respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, happened at both national & international levels. See Phil on #WW2TV at www.youtube.com/live/OIvLXg6...
Book cover of "1945: The Reckoning" by Phil Craig.
January 12, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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Just finished reading "Beyond Operation Oblivion". Bartley has done important research on Mike Kendall, the clandestine war in southern China, and his role in recruiting Canadian Chinese to #SOE #Force136 that impacts Canadian politics.

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Beyond Operation Oblivion
Beyond Operation Oblivion tells the life story of Francis “Mike” Kendall, a prickly Canadian adventurer who found himself in Hong Kong in the turbulent years leading up to the Second World War and end...
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August 28, 2026 at 12:50 PM
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"Beyond Operation Oblivion" by Allan Bartley is the best narrative about Mike Kendall and Operation Oblivion. See my book review at www.reddit.com/u/force136ca...
Book cover of: Beyond Operation Oblivion: A Canadian Spy Before, During, and After the Fall of Hong Kong, 1941 by Allan Bartley Heritage House Publishing September 1, 2026 Paperback 288 pages Price: $29.95 ISBN: 978-1772035841
September 11, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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The creation of multicultural #Canada came in part from #WWII in Asia. Alan Bartley profiles one of the protagonists and his plan that became a catalyst for change.

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Book cover of: Beyond Operation Oblivion: A Canadian Spy Before, During, and After the Fall of Hong Kong, 1941 by Allan Bartley Heritage House Publishing September 1, 2026 Paperback 288 pages Price: $29.95 ISBN: 978-1772035841
September 16, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Modern war also came to #Dayak headhunters in #Sarawak, Borneo, when the Australian Services Reconnaissance Department launched Operation #Semut, which 5 #Force136 Chinese #Canadians joined in August 1945. #SRD trained, supplied, and supported the Dayak in guerrilla warfare against the Japanese.
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Out now: Pangsha, The Story of a Naga Village. Join hosts Jack and Rob as they explore a Naga village so remote that for the British at the time it felt like the Stone Age. Hear how the 1943 crash of an American C-46 brought modern war to a headhunting Naga village #WW2 #Naga #India
March 30, 2026 at 2:29 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Wreath for Chinese Canadians to be Laid at University of Toronto Soldiers’ Tower

Join Keith Lock (son of Sgt. Tom Lock) & Rick Wong (son of Sgt. Hank Wong) for the University of Toronto's November 11 2025 Service of Remembrance: alumni.utoronto.ca/community/so....

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At the Liverpool Rest Camp in Moorebank, Australia, (left to right) Hank Wong, Eddie Chow, and Tom Lock display a Japanese flag and sword. (courtesy Chinese Canadian Military Museum)
November 7, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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Concerning the #Force136 story, the day's key event was Mike Kendall's escape from #Hongkong with top military & civilian personnel, including Chiang Kai-shek’s political & military representative, Admiral Chan Chak. With assistance from local guerillas, they were to reach Huizhou in Free China...
December 25, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Raymond Young Lowe (1913–2005), “The Voice,” was a Victoria-born businessman and one of 13 Chinese Canadians recruited by Mike Kendall for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136 ...

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Portrait of Raymond Young Lowe in uniform. (courtesy Winnipeg Free Press)
November 10, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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The introduction of the Consolidated B-24 Liberator to #SEAC in late 1944 was important for supplying #Force136 teams in #Malaya. The only other aircraft capable of the 3,200km roundtrip flight from India was the Consolidated PBY Catalina, but it lacked in payload and overall airlift capacity.
theaviation.show The Aviation Show @theaviation.show · Dec 29
#OTD in 1939, the prototype Consolidated B-24 Liberator, XB-24 39-690, made its first flight.

Over 1,800 B-24s would be built and serve in all theatres of #WW2. While in the shadow of the B-17, the Liberator's versatility made it a vital aircraft in the Allies' armoury.

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Consolidated XB-24 Liberator prototype, 39-690, at Consolidated's facility at Lindbergh Field, San Diego (now San Diego International Airport), on 26th December 1939, prior to the aircraft's maiden flight. Consolidated XB-24 Liberator prototype, 39-690, in flight with shiny bare metal finish.
December 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Norman Mon Low (1923–1960), “The Wire,” was a Vancouver-born radio operator and one of 13 Chinese Canadians recruited by Mike Kendall for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136 …

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Portrait of Norman Mon Low in the uniform of the Canadian Armoured Corps. (courtesy of Chinese Canadian Military Museum)
November 3, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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EVENT: Talking History
April 30, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
WongAvery Asia Pacific Peace Museum
1775 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough, ON

Catherine Little shares her fascinating story on writing "Endgame: The Secret Force 136". More details at www.asiapacificpeacemuseum.com/event-detail...
Advertisement for an Asian Heritage Month Event, Talking History, featuring Catherine Little, the author of the acclaimed children's book, "Endgame: The Secret Force 136". Children's book cover for "Endgame: The Secret Force 136" by Catherine Little and illustrated by Sean Huang.
April 16, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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#WWII Some anti-colonial movements in Asia sided with the #Japanese, while some local guerrilla groups co-operated with #Force136 against them; only many were pro-independence and would turn against their colonizers at the end of the war.
forgottenwarpod.bsky.social The Forgotten War Pod: Burma Campaign WW2 @forgottenwarpod.bsky.social · Mar 14
Subhas Chandra Bose and the INA: heroes or traitors? We tackle the complex legacy of the Indians who fought alongside the Japanese. Walter Reid examines how this movement challenged British authority and shifted the post-war landscape forever. Tune in! #INA #ChandraBose #HistoryPodcast
March 15, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Henry Albert “Hank” Wong (1919–2019), “The Trigger,” was a London, Ontario-born union auditor. He was one of 13 Chinese Canadians recruited by Mike Kendall for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136 ….

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Hank Wong wearing tropical kit without insignia. (courtesy Chinese Canadian Military Museum)
November 5, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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Nice to see the Vernon Morning Start cover Linda Yip's talk about Commando Bay and the Chinese Canadians of Force 136.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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At war's end, one role for #Force136 was assisting with the liberation of #POWs before their potential massacre by the #Japanese. Five Chinese #Canadians on Operation Hippo in Borneo were tasked with freeing prisoners at Batu Lintang Camp in #Kuching.
forgottenwarpod.bsky.social The Forgotten War Pod: Burma Campaign WW2 @forgottenwarpod.bsky.social · Feb 7
Upon surrender, Finnerty faced a Japanese officer who spoke perfect English. His words were chilling: 'Before this war, my best friend was a Scotsman. If I had him here now, I would treat him exactly as I am going to treat you'. (RAF POWs and Rangoon jail in pics) #WW2 #Burma #HistoryPod
February 7, 2026 at 8:22 AM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Louey King (1923–1989), “The Kid,” was the youngest of the 13 Chinese Canadians recruited by Mike Kendall for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136.

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Portrait of Louey King taken at the Yucho Chow Studio in Vancouver. (courtesy of Chinese Canadian Military Museum)
November 1, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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#LestWeForget Vancouver street banners recognizing Chinese-Canadian vets. Here is Ronald Lee and Bill Chong. Lee inspired the #Force136 children's book by
@catherinelittle.bsky.social. Bill Chong was a decorated secret agent. You can learn more about Chong at www.youtube.com/live/dEebnwD....
October 20, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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#LestWeForget In Kelowna on Nov. 10, learn about the little-known history of Commando Bay and its role in the making of modern Canada. Details at www.eventbrite.ca/e/commando-b....

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Poster for the Linda Yip lecture, Commando Bay & the Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: How Okanagan Changed the World on November 10, 2025, in Kelowna.
October 26, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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Did you know there will be a #force136 commemorative stamp in 2026?
December 15, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Douglas Hin Wah Jung (1924–2002), “The Insider,” was a prominent Victoria-born lawyer and Member of Parliament. He was one of 13 Chinese Canadians recruited for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136.

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Douglas Jung in his military dress uniform. (courtesy Chinese Canadian Military Museum)
November 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Looking for a thoughtful children's #Christmas gift? Endgame: The Secret #Force136, written by @catherinelittle.bsky.social and vividly illustrated by Sean Huang, teaches on many levels. Read this review for details thebcreview.ca/2025/09/21/2....

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The colourful book cover for "Endgame: The Secret Force 136", written by Catherine Little and illustrated by Sean Huang. An illustration from pages 6 & 7 of the children's book, "Endgame: The Secret Force 136", showing ancient Chinese warfare from the Chin Dynasty. Illustrations from pages 8 & 9 of the children's book, "Endgame: The Secret Force 136", explaining the game of Chinese chess, called Xiangqi (象棋 xiàngqí), which directly translates as "elephant chess". Graphics from pages 18 & 19 of the children's book, "Endgame: The Secret Force 136", that illustrate the skills that the main character's grandfather had to train for in Force 136.
December 15, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Norman Donald Wong (1916–2008), “Sarge,” was born in London, Ontario. He and his cousin, Hank Wong, were recruited by Mike Kendall for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136 …

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November 8, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 In September 1939, Chinese Canadians volunteered for military service. Their country rejected them because of their race. In 1944, #SOE gave them a second chance. Learn about #Force136 and the making of modern Canada at www.youtube.com/live/dEebnwD....
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From Oblivion to Triumph - How Two Vancouverites Meeting in Free China Changed Canadian History
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November 11, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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#LestWeForget🍁 Edward “Eddie” Chow (1919–1999), “The Entertainer,” was a Vancouver-born performer and one of 13 Chinese Canadians recruited by Mike Kendall for Operation Oblivion, a covert #SOE mission in southern China under #Force136 …

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Eddie Chow standing on the steps of his hut at the Liverpool Rest Camp in Moorebank, Australia. (courtesy Chinese Canadian Military Museum)
November 7, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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Ahead of #VJDay, overtures were made to the Japanese in Burma to advise that peace negotiations were underway. Here are a couple of responses from the Japanese, from an SOE / #Force136 file.

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Responses from Japanese commanders when told that peace negotiations were underway in August 1945, before the surrender on 15 August.
July 31, 2026 at 11:15 AM