On Friday 13 December, Grade 6 and 7 students visited the Hong Kong Museum of the War of Resistance and Coastal Defence. It was an educational experience that deepened my understanding of the conflicts that have affected Hong Kong. The museum showed us different weapons and tools used during battles; from the cannon to the artifacts, history came to life in a vivid way.

As I walked through the museum, I was moved by the stories and the exhibit, feeling I was visiting the past. The interactive displays and multimedia presentations brought history to life.

This visit has been a reminder of the importance of remembering Hong Kong Coastal Defence history. It records the development of coastal defence and also inspires me to reflect on the disappearing history in the modern world. The museum not only educates us but also encourages us to learn about history in general. We all enjoyed our trip to the Hong Kong Museum of the War of Resistance and Coastal Defence. Thank you to Mr. Rico and supporting teachers for accompanying us! 

Joanne, Grade 7

 

 

 

 

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The Hong Kong Museum of the War of Resistance and Coastal Defence was very surprising. During my visit, I learned a lot, such as the different ethnicities that fought for Hong Kong in WWII, which included Indian, Chinese, British-Chinese, British, and Nepalese soldiers, as well as the uniforms and weapons they used. I was fascinated by the number of bombs and bullet shells displayed in the museum; there was even one found at a construction site a few years ago.

I also learned some historical facts about the Japanese soldiers, such as their traditional weapon, which was the katana, the uniforms they wore, and the different types of combat they engaged in, including aerial, naval, and ground battles. Additionally, I learned about Chinese history, and the museum provided models of old battleships used in the war. 

Apollo, Grade 6