Recently, I see a story book about'' A Letter From An Uncle''
the contents is write about an uncle write a letter to His nephew
- This story of s young man's endurance in Wold War II -
- The young man was Lim Bo Seng.He came from a well-to-do family.His father was a rich businessman.
Lim received his university education in Hong Kong.
On his return from Hong Kong,he worked hard for his family business.He became a successful businessman
and led a comfortable life.
Lim Bo Seng loved Singapore and cared for his fellow Singaporeans.In fact,he cared so deeply for
his country that he fought bravely against the Japanese soldiers during World War II. -
- World War II was a terrible time.It was a time of great suffering Food was scarce.
The people lived mainly on tapioca.Everyone lived in fear.The Japanese were killing hundreds of men every day !
Lim Bo Seng was sad to see his people suffer.He hated the cruelty of the Japanese.To fight the Japanese, Lim became a secret agent for the British Armed Forces. -
- Life as a secret agent was difficult and dangerous.They lived in the thick jungles of Malaya and trained very hard.The agents needed to gather important military information.The had to do this secretly to avoid getting caught by the Japanese.If they were caught, they would be thrown into jail ! -
- It was a very sad day for the whole Malaya when Lim Bo Seng was arrested and thrown into jail. Life in prison was truly a test of endurance.The Japanese wanted Lim to reveal the secret information he had but Lim refused to tell them anything.As a result, he was tortured.The Japanese were ruthless in their torture.They pumped water into the prisoners' mouths.The they struck the prisoner in the stomach to make the throw out the water! Hands and fingers were also cropped off ! -
- Many prisoners could not bear the pain and hardship.They would give in and reveal the secret information that they had.Lim Bo Seng went through the torture.He was in constant pain.He had also fallen ill.But, Lim endured and refused to betray his fellow agents.The courageous young man finally died in prison.His death was an inspiration to many people.His fellow compatriots waged on even more fiercely against the Japanese. -
World War II did not last.The Japanese surrendered when the Americans dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.What a glorious day it was when the Japanese surrendered!
All the sweat and tears seemed worthwhile afther all.Lim Bo Seng and all our war heroes had not died in vain
- The End -
the story i like the most part is the last part
The Last part is the uncle write to his nephew
You are blessed to be living in peaceful times.Imagine if war suddenly breaks out on us.You will no longer enjoy the good life you are used to.The schools and learning you are used to will no longer be available.
Learning is important. Without learning our minds become dull.
Do not Live Your Life in Vain.Make your life count !
Your Loving uncle,
Micheal
(copy in Terry Fox and others stories of endurance by Dr Ban Kah Choon)
