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The Forgotten Highlander
Book • 2010
This book tells the incredible story of Alistair Urquhart, a soldier in the Gordon Highlanders who was captured by the Japanese in Singapore.
Urquhart survived 750 days in the jungle, including time working on the notorious Burma-Siam Railway.
The book details his harrowing experiences and his journey to survival and eventual return home.
Urquhart survived 750 days in the jungle, including time working on the notorious Burma-Siam Railway.
The book details his harrowing experiences and his journey to survival and eventual return home.
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as an inspiring story of survival and perseverance during World War II.


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