Veterans gather to remember the bravery of the Chindit soldiers in Burma during World War Two.
By Andrew Dawkins & Peter WilsonVeterans have gathered to remember the sacrifice of soldiers who served in Burma during World War Two, 80 years after an operation.
The Chindits, a special forces unit, fought in modern-day Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, and helped to turn the tide of the war against Japan. Veterans marked the anniversary at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, where wreaths were laid on Saturday.Saturday's event also marked the recent 78th anniversary of Victory in Japan Day , on 15 August 1945, after Imperial Japan surrendered.The Chindit Society said the event also marked the recent 78th anniversary of Victory in Japan DayThey engaged the Japanese behind enemy lines in Burma and specialised in navigating extremely difficult jungle terrain.
Sid Machin, 99, who served with The Kings Liverpool Regiment, 77th Brigade, and also fought in Operation Thursday, attended the memorial event.Chindit Society President Holly Wingate, the daughter-in-law of the Chindits' leader, Maj Gen Orde Wingate, was also among those at the event.Follow BBC West Midlands on
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