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""The Valley Of Death Railway, A Dream, By An Old Traveller"" recounts the harrowing history of the Burma Railway, also known as the Death Railway. Built during World War II by the Japanese using Allied prisoners of war and Asian laborers, this railway through the jungles of Thailand and Burma was intended to support the Japanese war effort. This book details the brutal conditions, immense suffering, and staggering loss of life endured by those forced to construct this ambitious project. Through the eyes of an 'Old Traveller, ' the narrative explores the railway's conception, construction, and lasting impact on the region. It serves as a testament to human resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship, offering a stark reminder of the human cost of war and a tribute to the memory of those who perished during its creation. A compelling historical account for anyone interested in World War II history, railroad history, or the experiences of prisoners of war. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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