Singapore 1942: End of Empire
A 70th anniversary television event, Singapore 1942- End of Empire tells the story of those early shocking days of the Pacific War when belief in security and comfort from empire collapsed. For the first time this momentous 20th century battle, and its equally dramatic aftermath, will be told from a multi-national perspective, revealing new and challenging insights into a battle that turned our world upside down. Whilst the Japanese victory confirmed how useless it was for Australians to rely on Britain for their defence, post-war Australians looked to another great protective power - the United States - to align itself with. And Asian nations would rapidly determine their own destiny and seek a tumultuous independence.
- 2012-2012
- 1 season
- Documentary
A 70th anniversary television event, Singapore 1942- End of Empire tells the story of those early shocking days of the Pacific War when belief in security and comfort from empire collapsed. For the first time this momentous 20th century battle, and its equally dramatic aftermath, will be told from a multi-national perspective, revealing new and challenging insights into a battle that turned our world upside down. Whilst the Japanese victory confirmed how useless it was for Australians to rely on Britain for their defence, post-war Australians looked to another great protective power - the United States - to align itself with. And Asian nations would rapidly determine their own destiny and seek a tumultuous independence.
Season 1 Episode Guide
2 Episodes 2012
Episode 1
Episode 1
60 mins
A two part documentary. This first part takes a look at Japan's lightning invasion of Malaya and how Scottish soldiers were front and centre of the city's defence.
Episode 2
Episode 2
60 mins
With the Commonwealth forces in retreat, General Yamashita assembles his troops at Johor Bharu and prepares to take control of Singapore Island.