The third gentleman in the photograph is Max Oxford [1905-1980], in his wing commander uniform. Photo taken post WW2, probably in 1946. All were part of the Christmas Day 1941 escape party led by Admiral Chan Chek. Refer Tim Luard's 2012 book of the escape which includes the above photo.
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Max Oxford
The third gentleman in the photograph is Max Oxford [1905-1980], in his wing commander uniform. Photo taken post WW2, probably in 1946. All were part of the Christmas Day 1941 escape party led by Admiral Chan Chek. Refer Tim Luard's 2012 book of the escape which includes the above photo.
Ian
Daring and Courageous Attempt
Thank you Ian for that, which I missed.
For those who do not know the story. Please refer to below:-
http://www.mwadui.com/HongKong//Escape-3.htm
A movie should be made on this.....