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Video: Battle of Ramree Island

Video: Battle of Ramree Island

18 December 2011

Rare footage taken on January 21st 1945 of the capture of Ramree Island by the British 26th Indian Division. The film follows the Allied Forces combined efforts against the Japanese fortifications on the island. US Air Force B-24 Liberator’s drop fragmentation bombs whilst ships from the Royal Navy bombard the tropical island. British forces conduct […]

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Photo Special: Battle of Ramree Island

Photo Special: Battle of Ramree Island

18 July 2011

The Battle of Ramree island was thought from 14th January to 22nd February 1945. The following are a collection of photos from the invasion and Allied occupation of the island and the neighbouring island of Cheduba. Photographs are from the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and the British Army Film & Photographic Unit.  

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