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Hong Kong's WWII memories evolve 80 years after fall on Christmas

Scholars find new ways to tell local war story, while Beijing narrative slips in

Lawrence Lai Wai-chung, professor at the University of Hong Kong, makes frequent trips to former military installations around the city as part of his research, aiming to raise awareness of their historical value. (Photo by Kenji Kawase)
KENJI KAWASE, Nikkei Asia chief business news correspondent | Hong Kong

HONG KONG -- Exactly 80 years ago on Christmas, Hong Kong came under Japanese occupation following an 18-day battle.

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