In 1941, the Second Sino-Japanese war became part of the Second World War. What was the name of the British Major-General who defended Hong Kong when the Japanese attacked the colony in December, 1941?
- William Hartnet
- Christopher M. Malby
- Mark Aitchison Young
- Edward Deveraux
Answer
The correct answer is B) Christopher M. Malby.
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