Captain Was a Doctor

Discover the gripping true story in Captain Was a Doctor by Jonathon Reid, published by Dundurn Group Ltd in 2020. This compelling narrative follows Dr. John Reid, who, after five weeks of officer training, was deployed to Hong Kong in 1941. Following the Japanese victory, Reid endured a harrowing year in Hong Kong prison camps before being forced into slave labor in Japan. His courageous attempts to save his fellow soldiers showcase not only his medical expertise but also his unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. With 480 pages of riveting content, this book offers a profound insight into the resilience of the human spirit during one of history's darkest times. Perfect for readers interested in military history and personal accounts of bravery, Captain Was a Doctor is a must-read that will leave you inspired.