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The Forgotten Highlander

My Incredible Story of Survival During the War in the Far East

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The Forgotten Highlander

By: Alistair Urquhart
Narrated by: David Rintoul
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Alistair Urquhart was a soldier in the Gordon Highlanders captured by the Japanese in Singapore. He not only survived working on the notorious Bridge on the River Kwai, but he was subsequently taken on one of the Japanese 'hellships' which was torpedoed. Nearly everyone else on board died and Urquhart spent 5 days alone on a raft in the South China Sea before being rescued by a whaling ship. He was taken to Japan and then forced to work in a mine near Nagasaki. Two months later a nuclear bomb dropped just ten miles away . . .

This is the extraordinary story of a young men, conscripted at nineteen and whose father was a Somme Veteran, survived not just one, but three close encounters with death - encounters which killed nearly all his comrades.

©2010 Alistair Urquhart (P)2025 Hachette Audio UK Military & War China Imperial Japan War

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an amazing story hard to read at times but I couldn't stop reading what a kind generous brave young man who deserved better from the UK government

a amazing fight to survive the silent hero

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"ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE - 5 STARS ISN'T ENOUGH!!!

This book is a gut-wrenching, soul-stirring, and unforgettable read that left me breathless and tearful. The author's courageous story of survival and determination in the face of unimaginable hardship is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and bravery.

I was utterly humbled by the sacrifices of these young heroes, who fought for our freedoms with unwavering dedication and endurance. Their stories deserve to be told, and I'm forever grateful to the author for sharing his.

A poignant tribute to the brave men and women who served, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the true cost of freedom. Rest in peace, dear author, and may your story inspire generations to come. WE WILL REMEMBER THEM."

Human endurance and resilience at its finest

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An incredible story of such a brave and resilient man….a must for us all

Incredible!

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Should be read to all modern day prisoners., make them realise what people gave up for them. What a story!!!

Amazing

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