Today in World War II History—Dec. 25, 1941

Takashi Sakai leading Japanese troops on a march on Queen’s Road, Hong Kong, 26 Dec 1941 (public domain via WW2 Database)

75 Years Ago—Dec. 25, 1941: British forces in Hong Kong surrender to the Japanese.

Japanese secure Jolo Island in Philippines.

World premiere of “White Christmas,” sung by Bing Crosby on The Kraft Music Hall.