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398 An Incontrovertible Fact

The History of the Twentieth Century

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The Tragedy of the Burma Railway

This chapter explores the stark differences between the Burma Road and the Japan-led construction of the Burma Railway during World War II. It highlights the brutal conditions faced by forced laborers, culminating in the railway's grim reputation as the 'Death Railway' due to the immense suffering and high mortality rates.

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