Pacific Story

Ep 41

In Guam Our Forsaken Stepchild, the narrative delves into the critical role of Guam in the Pacific theater during World War II. As Japanese forces launch a surprise attack on December 8, 1941, the episode reflects on the American decision-making that led to the island's vulnerabi…

Ep 42

In The Myth of the Son of Heaven, a journalist named Carlton is eager to interview Tyler McWade, a repatriate who spent twenty-three years as a prisoner in Japan. As they discuss the Japanese belief in the divinity of their emperor and the mythology surrounding the origins of Jap…

Ep 43

In the episode Canada on the Pacific, the excitement of the gold rush grips the town of Victoria as men scramble for passage to Langley. Trapper Griddick pleads for a spot on a steamer, insisting that the gold in the Fraser River is worth the struggle. As tensions rise among the…

Ep 44

In this episode of Pacific Story, the focus is on Sakhalin Island, a critical point of contention between Russia and Japan. The narrative delves into the historical backdrop of their conflicts, tracing events that have shaped their relations over the past century. As the Pacific…

Ep 45

In The Case of Russia vs Japan, the escalating conflict between Japan and Russia takes center stage as both nations assert their claims over territories in Asia. With a million soldiers facing off, the episode explores the historical friction between the two powers, dating back o…

Ep 46

In The Commonwealth of the Philippines, the narrative centers on the harrowing experiences of the Filipino people during the Japanese occupation in World War II. The story follows Buenaventura J. Billo, a schoolteacher who stands firm in his loyalty to both the American and Phili…

Ep 47

In this gripping episode of Pacific Story, titled Air Transportation Lifeline of China C, the audience is taken on a perilous journey through the skies over the Himalayas. Pilots are tasked with delivering vital machine parts to aid China's war efforts, but they encounter severe…

Ep 48

In this episode of Pacific Story, the narrative unfolds in November 1931, shortly after the Japanese invasion of Manchuria. The kidnapping of Henry Puyi, the last Manchu emperor, by Colonel Doihara sets off a chain of events that highlights the precarious situation in the region.…

Ep 49

In Chongqing War Capitol of China C, the episode explores the daily lives of the Chinese citizens in Chongqing, the wartime capital of China, as they face the ongoing threat of Japanese bombings. Despite the destruction of their city, with four-fifths in ruins, the people maintai…

Ep 50

In this episode of Pacific Story, the narrative focuses on the Ainu people, who have been marginalized and oppressed by the Japanese for centuries. Once a proud and fierce race, the Ainu now live in squalor on Hokkaido, struggling to maintain their traditions and way of life amid…

Ep 51

In The Chinese Puppet Government, listeners are introduced to Wang Qingwei, a figurehead of the puppet government established by Japan in occupied China. As a former revolutionary, Wang's ambitions and charm contrast sharply with the disdain he faces from both nationalists and co…

Ep 52

In Japan's Advance Base: The Bonin Islands, the story unfolds against the backdrop of World War II, highlighting the importance of the Bonin Islands as Japan's advanced base. As Captain Hunnicana prepares to leave, he learns that no foreign ships will be allowed to dock there aga…

Ep 53

In The Overseas Chinese, part of Pacific Story, the narrative delves into the fraught relationships between the Chinese immigrants and the local Malayans in Malaya just before the outbreak of World War II. Japanese propagandists exploit existing tensions, portraying the Chinese a…

Ep 54

In Will Java Be Free?, Masaji Waheedan finds himself imprisoned by the Japanese during World War II, accused of harboring dangerous thoughts about Indonesian independence. As he recounts his life and the history of his people, he reveals the deep-rooted desire for autonomy that h…

Ep 55

In The Chinese Communists, the tension mounts as Major Chen leads a group of guerrilla fighters on a perilous night march through rain-soaked terrain, aiming to strike a Japanese garrison. The men face numerous challenges, including night blindness and injuries, but their resolve…